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• The Vivo X Fold6 costs ₹2,19,999, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra costs ₹1,99,999.
• Vivo offers a 6,900mAh battery with 80W wired and 40W wireless charging.
• Samsung has a 5,000mAh battery, 45W wired charging and a 215g body.
• Vivo features a 200MP ZEISS main camera and a 50MP periscope telephoto camera.
• Samsung offers a 200MP main camera, 50MP ultra-wide camera and Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor.

Premium foldable smartphones now compete on more than screen size and slim designs. Camera versatility, battery endurance, multitasking and everyday comfort also influence buying decisions. The Vivo X Fold6 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra approach these priorities differently.

The Vivo X Fold6 costs ₹2,19,999 for its 12GB RAM and 512GB storage variant. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra is priced at ₹1,99,999. That puts Vivo ₹20,000 above Samsung, making their differences particularly important for buyers considering a premium foldable.

Design and displays: Samsung prioritises comfort

Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra weighs 215g and measures 4.1mm when unfolded. Its refined hinge, titanium plate and less noticeable display crease contribute to a comfortable everyday experience. The phone also features IP48-rated water and dust protection.

The Vivo X Fold6 uses a flat metal frame and a prominent circular camera module. It offers IP5X dust resistance and IPX8 and IPX9 water resistance. Vivo also includes a protective case in the box.

Both phones offer large inner displays with adaptive refresh rates up to 120Hz. Samsung has an 8-inch main display and a 6.5-inch cover screen. Vivo offers an 8.02-inch inner display and a 6.51-inch cover display.

Vivo claims peak brightness of up to 5,000 nits for both screens. Samsung specifies up to 3,000 nits for its cover display. These figures use different display specifications and should not be treated as directly equivalent measurements.

Performance and software: Two different approaches

Samsung uses Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, paired with One UI 9.0 based on Android 17. Its review performance remained smooth during demanding tasks and extended gaming sessions.

Vivo uses MediaTek’s Dimensity 9500 Super Edition with OriginOS 7, also based on Android 17. Its Origin Workbench supports up to five simultaneous apps. Desktop Mode also enables resizable app windows on an external display.

In the reported Geekbench tests, Samsung scored 3,510 in single-core and 9,456 in multi-core. Vivo scored 1,933 and 7,137, respectively. Samsung also recorded a higher GPU score of 21,287, compared with Vivo’s 13,925.

These results favour Samsung in the reported CPU and GPU tests. However, benchmark scores alone do not determine everyday responsiveness or productivity.

Cameras: Vivo offers a dedicated zoom advantage

Vivo’s camera system centres on a 200MP ZEISS main sensor with optical image stabilisation. It also includes a 50MP ultra-wide camera and a 50MP ZEISS APO periscope telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom.

Samsung also features a 200MP main camera, but pairs it with a 50MP ultra-wide and a 10MP telephoto camera offering 3x optical zoom. Its main camera supports 2x optical-quality zoom and up to 30x digital zoom.

Vivo offers up to 100x ZEISS Hyper Zoom, although higher magnifications rely heavily on digital processing. It also supports 4K recording at 60fps with Dolby Vision. Samsung supports 8K recording at 30fps.

Vivo has the more detailed dedicated telephoto hardware on paper. Samsung counters with higher-resolution video recording and a stronger overall benchmark showing in this comparison.

Battery and charging: Vivo takes the lead

Battery capacity is one of Vivo’s clearest advantages. The X Fold6 packs a 6,900mAh battery with 80W wired and 40W wireless charging. Samsung offers a 5,000mAh battery with 45W wired charging.

Both phones delivered full-day endurance in their respective reviews. Vivo’s larger battery and faster charging provide greater capacity on paper, although actual endurance depends on usage.

Verdict: Which foldable should you buy?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra costs ₹20,000 less and combines a lightweight design, strong benchmark results and an improved camera system. It is a compelling option for buyers who value everyday comfort and performance.

The Vivo X Fold6 makes a stronger case for buyers prioritising battery capacity, charging speed, telephoto photography and productivity features. Its larger battery and dedicated 50MP periscope camera distinguish it from Samsung.

Ultimately, Samsung offers the more attractive balance of price, portability and tested performance. Vivo remains worth considering if its battery and camera advantages match your priorities. The ₹20,000 difference makes Samsung the more straightforward choice for most buyers, while Vivo targets users who want its specific hardware strengths.