Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs Vivo X Fold6
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo X Fold6 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $1999 and $1900. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X Fold6 leads — 88/100 vs 73/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X Fold6 has the bigger battery (6900 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X Fold6 is faster in AnTuTu (3,593,349 vs 3,382,020).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Vivo X Fold6
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3352
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10402
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 95/100)
What makes Vivo X Fold6 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3593349 vs 3382020
- Bigger battery: 6900 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $1900 vs $1999
- Better camera (87/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (100/100 vs 74/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the Vivo X Fold6, the Vivo X Fold6 scores 15 points higher (88/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (87/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (82/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 54/100, Vivo X Fold6 — 84/100; 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 and the Vivo X Fold6 are nearly equal (96/100 vs 95/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X Fold6 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (87/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (82/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (100/100 vs 74/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | Vivo X Fold6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3382020 | 3593349 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3352 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 10402 | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 8.0" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1828x2448 | 2480x2200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 6900 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 17 / One UI 9 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 5500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | 159.7×142.3×4.3 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | — | |
| Launch price | $1999 | $1900 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo X Fold6
- Main: 200MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X Fold6
- 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x2200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X Fold6
- 6900 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Vivo X Fold6, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X Fold6 leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 by 5.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $99. Vivo X Fold6 was $99 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Vivo X Fold6 are nearly equal (96/100 vs 95/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X Fold6 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (87/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (82/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (100/100 vs 74/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Vivo X Fold6?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Vivo X Fold6 — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 50/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 over the Vivo X Fold6?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo X Fold6 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.