Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1999 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 88/100 vs 73/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4800); the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 3,382,020); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is thinner (4.5mm vs 8.1mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Lighter: 201g vs 215g
- Better portability (74/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 3382020
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $1999
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 96/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 15 points higher (88/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 54/100, Vivo iQOO 15 — 90/100; 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 Vivo iQOO 15 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (98/100 vs 96/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (99/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (78/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (85/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (74/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3382020 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 11047 | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1828x2448 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| 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 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $1999 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- 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 15
- 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 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 by 14.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1400. Vivo iQOO 15 was $1400 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (98/100 vs 96/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (99/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (78/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (85/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (74/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 50/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.