Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs Vivo Y21d
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo Y21d (2025) runs on the Unisoc T7225; estimated prices are $1999 and $110. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 65/100 vs 27/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y21d has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 300,000); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y21d doesn't.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Vivo Y21d
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 300000
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 580
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 1750
- Faster charging: 45W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (45/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4800 mAh
- Lighter: 209g vs 215g
- Cheaper: $110 vs $1999
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 40/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (38/100 vs 31/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the Vivo Y21d, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 38 points higher (65/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (45/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y21d leads (54/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y21d leads (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21d (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21d (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Vivo Y21d (45/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y21d is a bit better (54/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y21d is a bit better (38/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y21d significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (100/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | Vivo Y21d | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Unisoc T7225 | |
| AnTuTu | 3942923 | 300000 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3640 | 580 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11033 | 1750 | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1968x2184 | 720x1608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 166.1×77.0×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 209 g | |
| Price | $1999 | $110 |
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo Y21d
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y21d
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1608
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo Y21d
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Vivo Y21d, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Vivo Y21d by 1214.3% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1889. Vivo Y21d is cheaper by $1889.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21d (92/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21d (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Vivo Y21d (45/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y21d is a bit better (54/100 vs 40/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo Y21d is a bit better (38/100 vs 31/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y21d significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (100/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Vivo Y21d?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21d by 38 points (65/100 vs 27/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Vivo Y21d?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Vivo Y21d — 27/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Vivo Y21d?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (45/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Vivo Y21d?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 over the Vivo Y21d?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo Y21d is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.