Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo X300 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1999 and $950. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads — 91/100 vs 73/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Ultra has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,247,433 vs 3,382,020); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is noticeably lighter (201g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Vivo X300 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Lighter: 201g vs 230g
- Better portability (74/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4247433 vs 3382020
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $950 vs $1999
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 96/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 18 points higher (91/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 54/100, Vivo X300 Ultra — 94/100; 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 Vivo X300 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (99/100 vs 96/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (96/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (85/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (74/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3382020 | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 11047 | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 1828x2448 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 170 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 17 / One UI 9 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $1999 | $950 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:18 hrs, total 29:11 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Vivo X300 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 by 20.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1049. Vivo X300 Ultra was $1049 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (99/100 vs 96/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (96/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (85/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (74/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 50/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 over the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo X300 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.