Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs Vivo X200 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo X200 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1999 and $889. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X200 Ultra leads — 86/100 vs 73/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X200 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,382,020 vs 3,092,340); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is noticeably lighter (201g vs 229g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Vivo X200 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3382020 vs 3092340
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3100
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10095
- Lighter: 201g vs 229g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 92/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 34/100)
What makes Vivo X200 Ultra better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $889 vs $1999
- Better camera (93/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the Vivo X200 Ultra, the Vivo X200 Ultra scores 13 points higher (86/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 54/100, Vivo X200 Ultra — 86/100; 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 X200 Ultra are nearly equal (96/100 vs 92/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (93/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (78/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Vivo X200 Ultra (74/100 vs 34/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | Vivo X200 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3382020 | 3092340 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 10095 | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1828x2448 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 167 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 17 / One UI 9 | Android 15 / OriginOS 5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | 163.1×76.8×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 229 g | |
| Launch price | $1999 | $889 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo X200 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X200 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X200 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:14 hrs, total 24:25 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Vivo X200 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Vivo X200 Ultra by 9.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1110. Vivo X200 Ultra was $1110 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Vivo X200 Ultra are nearly equal (96/100 vs 92/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (93/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (78/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Vivo X200 Ultra (74/100 vs 34/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Vivo X200 Ultra?
The Vivo X200 Ultra is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Vivo X200 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Vivo X200 Ultra — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Vivo X200 Ultra?
The Vivo X200 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 50/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 over the Vivo X200 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo X200 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.