Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $1999 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 73/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 3,382,020); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is noticeably lighter (201g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3352
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10402
- Lighter: 201g vs 216g
- Better portability (74/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 3382020
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $1999
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 96/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 9 points higher (82/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 54/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 86/100; 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 15T and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (97/100 vs 96/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (99/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (65/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (75/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (74/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3382020 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3352 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 10402 | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1828x2448 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 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 | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 201 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $1999 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 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 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 by 28.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1500. Vivo iQOO 15T was $1500 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (97/100 vs 96/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (99/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (65/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (75/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (74/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 50/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.