Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1999 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 73/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,382,020 vs 3,150,555); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is thinner (4.5mm vs 8.0mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3382020 vs 3150555
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 9287
- Lighter: 201g vs 207g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 91/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $650 vs $1999
- Better camera (78/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 11 points higher (84/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 54/100, Vivo iQOO 13 — 82/100; 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 is a bit better (96/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (99/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (78/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (73/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (74/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3382020 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 9287 | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1828x2448 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 17 / One UI 9 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $1999 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6150 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Vivo iQOO 13 by 7.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1349. Vivo iQOO 13 was $1349 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (96/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (99/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (78/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (73/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (74/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 50/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (96/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.