Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs Vivo T5 5G
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo T5 5G (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7500 Turbo; launch prices were $1999 and $235. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 73/100 vs 60/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo T5 5G has the bigger battery (7050 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,382,020 vs 1,106,227); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is thinner (4.5mm vs 8.0mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Vivo T5 5G
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3382020 vs 1106227
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1089
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3276
- Faster charging: 45W vs 44W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 60/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 40/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 60/100)
What makes Vivo T5 5G better?
- Bigger battery: 7050 vs 4800 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 199g vs 201g
- Cheaper at launch: $235 vs $1999
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the Vivo T5 5G, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 13 points higher (73/100 vs 60/100). 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 40/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 54/100, Vivo T5 5G — 74/100; 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 T5 5G (96/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo T5 5G is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo T5 5G is a bit better (60/100 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 T5 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 7500 Turbo | |
| AnTuTu | 3382020 | 1106227 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1089 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 3276 | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1828x2448 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 7050 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 17 / One UI 9 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | — | |
| Dimensions | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | 164.4×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $1999 | $235 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo T5 5G
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo T5 5G
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo T5 5G
- 7050 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Vivo T5 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Vivo T5 5G by 205.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1764. Vivo T5 5G was $1764 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Vivo T5 5G (96/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo T5 5G is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo T5 5G is a bit better (60/100 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 T5 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is noticeably better than the Vivo T5 5G — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Vivo T5 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Vivo T5 5G — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Vivo T5 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Vivo T5 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (96/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 over the Vivo T5 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo T5 5G is a better fit for active users.