Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra vs Vivo X300s
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $2199 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 78/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 3,453,998).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Vivo X300s
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3293
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10243
- Lighter: 215g vs 217g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 95/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 3453998
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 60W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $723 vs $2199
- Better camera (94/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 61/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 78/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 11 points higher (89/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 61/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 64/100, Vivo X300s — 92/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and the Vivo X300s are nearly equal (96/100 vs 95/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (94/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (94/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (83/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (66/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3453998 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 10243 | |
| Display | 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1968x2184 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP48 | — | |
| Weight | 215 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $2199 | $723 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra by 6.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1476. Vivo X300s was $1476 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and the Vivo X300s are nearly equal (96/100 vs 95/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (94/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (94/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (83/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (66/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and the Vivo X300s?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 78/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 67/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra over the Vivo X300s?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo X300s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.