Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads — 76/100 vs 73/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 4800); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 3,382,020); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is noticeably lighter (201g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Lighter: 201g vs 225g
- Better camera (50/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 3382020
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 96/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 3 points higher (76/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (50/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (99/100 vs 96/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (99/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (50/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (80/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (74/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3382020 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 11047 | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1828x2448 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 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 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $1999 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 by 27.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Neo 12
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (99/100 vs 96/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (99/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (50/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (80/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (74/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 35/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 over the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.