Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs Vivo S50 Pro mini
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo S50 Pro mini (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; estimated prices are $1999 and $485. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads — 71/100 vs 65/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo S50 Pro mini has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 3,068,952); the Vivo S50 Pro mini is noticeably lighter (191g vs 215g).
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 3068952
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 2903
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 9602
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 68/100)
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Lighter: 191g vs 215g
- Cheaper: $485 vs $1999
- Better camera (62/100 vs 45/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 40/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (61/100 vs 31/100)
- Better value for money (76/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the Vivo S50 Pro mini, the Vivo S50 Pro mini scores 6 points higher (71/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (92/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads (62/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads (73/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads (76/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Vivo S50 Pro mini (92/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (62/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (73/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (61/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (76/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | Vivo S50 Pro mini | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3942923 | 3068952 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3640 | 2903 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11033 | 9602 | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1968x2184 | 1216x2640 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 150.8×71.8×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 191 g | |
| Price | $1999 | $485 |
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Vivo S50 Pro mini, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Vivo S50 Pro mini by 28.5% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1514. Vivo S50 Pro mini is cheaper by $1514.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Vivo S50 Pro mini (92/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (62/100 vs 45/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (73/100 vs 40/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (61/100 vs 31/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (76/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Vivo S50 Pro mini edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Vivo S50 Pro mini — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Vivo S50 Pro mini leads on camera score (62/100 vs 45/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 over the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo S50 Pro mini is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.