Vivo X Fold5 vs Vivo X Fold6
The Vivo X Fold5 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Vivo X Fold6 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $1160 and $1900. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X Fold6 leads — 88/100 vs 77/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X Fold6 has the bigger battery (6900 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X Fold6 is faster in AnTuTu (3,455,738 vs 2,345,563).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X Fold5
Vivo X Fold6
What makes Vivo X Fold5 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $1160 vs $1900
- Overall rating 77/100
What makes Vivo X Fold6 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3455738 vs 2345563
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 6900 vs 6000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 74/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 76/100)
- Better portability (100/100 vs 65/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X Fold5 vs the Vivo X Fold6, the Vivo X Fold6 scores 11 points higher (88/100 vs 77/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (95/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (87/100 vs 74/100). Value score: Vivo X Fold5 — 64/100, 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 Vivo X Fold6 is a bit better (95/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 81/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 is a bit better (87/100 vs 74/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 is a bit better (82/100 vs 76/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Vivo X Fold5 (100/100 vs 65/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X Fold5 | Vivo X Fold6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 2345563 | 3455738 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 10243 | |
| Display | 8.0" LTPO AMOLED | 8.0" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2200x2480 | 2480x2200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6900 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 5500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP58 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.7×142.3×4.3 mm | 159.7×142.3×4.3 mm | |
| Weight | 217 g | — | |
| Launch price | $1160 | $1900 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X Fold5
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo X Fold6
- Main: 200MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Vivo X Fold5
- 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2200x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X Fold6
- 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x2200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X Fold5
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 40W
Vivo X Fold6
- 6900 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X Fold5 and Vivo X Fold6, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X Fold6 leads Vivo X Fold5 by 32.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $740. Vivo X Fold5 was $740 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 is a bit better (95/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 81/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 is a bit better (87/100 vs 74/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 is a bit better (82/100 vs 76/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Vivo X Fold5 (100/100 vs 65/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X Fold5 or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 is noticeably better than the Vivo X Fold5 — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Vivo X Fold5 and the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold5 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Vivo X Fold6 — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X Fold5 or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 74/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X Fold5 or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 leads on performance (95/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X Fold5 over the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold5 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. 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.