Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs Vivo T4
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo T4 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3; launch prices were $1999 and $299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 73/100 vs 58/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo T4 has the bigger battery (7300 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,382,020 vs 1,041,899); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo T4 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is thinner (4.5mm vs 7.9mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Vivo T4
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3382020 vs 1041899
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1161
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3390
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 60/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 60/100)
What makes Vivo T4 better?
- Bigger battery: 7300 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Lighter: 199g vs 201g
- Cheaper at launch: $299 vs $1999
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the Vivo T4, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 15 points higher (73/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (96/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (50/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo T4 leads (71/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 54/100, Vivo T4 — 54/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Vivo T4 (96/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Vivo T4 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo T4 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (71/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (74/100 vs 60/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | Vivo T4 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3382020 | 1041899 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1161 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 3390 | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1828x2448 | 2392x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 7300 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 17 / One UI 9 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | 163.4×76.4×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $1999 | $299 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo T4
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo T4
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2392x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo T4
- 7300 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Vivo T4, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Vivo T4 by 224.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1700. Vivo T4 was $1700 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Vivo T4 (96/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Vivo T4 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo T4 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (71/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (74/100 vs 60/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Vivo T4?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is noticeably better than the Vivo T4 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Vivo T4?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Vivo T4 — 58/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Vivo T4?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Vivo T4?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (96/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 over the Vivo T4?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo T4 is a better fit for active users.