Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs Vivo iQOO Z11i
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo iQOO Z11i (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2; estimated prices are $1999 and $175. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 65/100 vs 26/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z11i has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 560,863); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z11i doesn't.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Vivo iQOO Z11i
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 560863
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 923
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 2249
- Faster charging: 45W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (45/100 vs 0/100)
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4800 mAh
- Lighter: 209g vs 215g
- Cheaper: $175 vs $1999
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 40/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (38/100 vs 31/100)
- Better value for money (98/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the Vivo iQOO Z11i, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 39 points higher (65/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (45/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11i leads (98/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11i (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11i (45/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11i is a bit better (48/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11i is a bit better (38/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11i significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (98/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | Vivo iQOO Z11i | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3942923 | 560863 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3640 | 923 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11033 | 2249 | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1968x2184 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 15W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | — | 167.4×77.1×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 209 g | |
| Price | $1999 | $175 |
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO Z11i
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z11i
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Z11i
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Vivo iQOO Z11i, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Vivo iQOO Z11i by 603.0% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1824. Vivo iQOO Z11i is cheaper by $1824.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11i (92/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11i (45/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11i is a bit better (48/100 vs 40/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11i is a bit better (38/100 vs 31/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11i significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (98/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Vivo iQOO Z11i?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11i by 39 points (65/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Vivo iQOO Z11i?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Vivo iQOO Z11i — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Vivo iQOO Z11i?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (45/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Vivo iQOO Z11i?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 over the Vivo iQOO Z11i?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo iQOO Z11i is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.