Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs Vivo X Fold3 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo X Fold3 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; launch prices were $1999 and $1499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X Fold3 Pro leads — 80/100 vs 70/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X Fold3 Pro has the bigger battery (5700 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (2,814,251 vs 2,251,381); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is noticeably lighter (215g vs 236g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Vivo X Fold3 Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2814251 vs 2251381
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 6511
- Lighter: 215g vs 236g
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Vivo X Fold3 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 5700 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $1499 vs $1999
- Better camera (84/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the Vivo X Fold3 Pro, the Vivo X Fold3 Pro scores 10 points higher (80/100 vs 70/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (93/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold3 Pro leads (84/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold3 Pro leads (81/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 48/100, Vivo X Fold3 Pro — 70/100; 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 is a bit better (93/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X Fold3 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold3 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (84/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold3 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (81/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold3 Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | Vivo X Fold3 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 2814251 | 2251381 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 2203 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 6511 | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 8.0" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1968x2184 | 2200x2480 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 5700 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 14, upgradable to Android 15, Funtouch 15 (International), OriginOS 4 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IPX8 | |
| Dimensions | — | 160.0×142.4×5.2 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 236 g | |
| Launch price | $1999 | $1499 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo X Fold3 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X Fold3 Pro
- 8.0" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2200x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X Fold3 Pro
- 5700 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Vivo X Fold3 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Vivo X Fold3 Pro by 25.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $500. Vivo X Fold3 Pro was $500 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (93/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X Fold3 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold3 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (84/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold3 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (81/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold3 Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Vivo X Fold3 Pro?
The Vivo X Fold3 Pro is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Vivo X Fold3 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Vivo X Fold3 Pro — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Vivo X Fold3 Pro?
The Vivo X Fold3 Pro leads on camera score (84/100 vs 50/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Vivo X Fold3 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (93/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 over the Vivo X Fold3 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo X Fold3 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.