Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs Vivo iQOO Z11
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo iQOO Z11 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500; estimated prices are $1999 and $290. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 65/100 vs 51/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z11 has the bigger battery (9020 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 2,612,264).
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Vivo iQOO Z11
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 2612264
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1553
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 6403
- Lighter: 215g vs 228g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (45/100 vs 27/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (31/100 vs 15/100)
- Bigger battery: 9020 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper: $290 vs $1999
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 40/100)
- Better value for money (90/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the Vivo iQOO Z11, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 14 points higher (65/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (92/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (45/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 leads (77/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 leads (90/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (92/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (45/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (77/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (31/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (90/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | Vivo iQOO Z11 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3942923 | 2612264 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3640 | 1553 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11033 | 6403 | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1968x2184 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 9020 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.7×76.2×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 228 g | |
| Price | $1999 | $290 |
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO Z11
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z11
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Z11
- 9020 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Vivo iQOO Z11, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Vivo iQOO Z11 by 50.9% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1709. Vivo iQOO Z11 is cheaper by $1709.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (92/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (45/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (77/100 vs 40/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (31/100 vs 15/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (90/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z11 — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Vivo iQOO Z11 — 51/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (45/100 vs 27/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 over the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo iQOO Z11 is a better fit for those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.