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).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z11 — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Performance 92
Display 100
Camera 45
Battery 40
Design 31
Value for money 0
Vivo iQOO Z11
Performance 41
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 77
Design 15
Value for money 90
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
  • 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)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z11 better?
  • 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)
Comparison verdict

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).

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Vivo iQOO Z11: The Vivo iQOO Z11 is a better fit for those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
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
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 10MP
45
camera
Vivo iQOO Z11
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 1968x2184
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z11
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
40
battery
Vivo iQOO Z11
  • 9020 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Vivo iQOO Z11, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
65/100
3942923 AnTuTu
Vivo iQOO Z11 MediaTek Dimensity 8500
51/100 -50.9%
2612264 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Vivo iQOO Z11 by 50.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
$1999
Vivo iQOO Z11
$290

Price difference: $1709. Vivo iQOO Z11 is cheaper by $1709.

Detailed category analysis
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).

Frequently asked questions
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.