Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs vivo X Fold6
Key differences
- The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 launched ₹40,000 cheaper than the vivo X Fold6 (₹1,79,999 vs ₹2,19,999).
- The vivo X Fold6 has the bigger battery: 6,900mAh against 4,800mAh.
- Only the vivo X Fold6 has a dedicated telephoto camera.
Full specifications compared
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | vivo X Fold6 |
|---|---|---|
| Spec score | 7.1/10 | 8.9/10 |
| Brand | Samsung | vivo |
| Model | Galaxy Z Fold8 | X Fold6 |
| India launch date | 22 July 2026 | 6 October 2026 |
| First sale | Not published | 13 October 2026 |
| Launch price | From ₹1,79,999 | From ₹2,19,999 |
| Variants | 12GB RAM + 256GB · 12GB RAM + 512GB · 16GB RAM + 1TB | 12GB RAM + 512GB |
| Display | 7.6", Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 1848x2448, 120Hz, 3,000 nits peak | 8.02", AMOLED, 2504 × 2312, 120Hz, 5,000 nits peak |
| Cover display | 5.4" | 6.51", 120Hz |
| Screen protection | Not published | Not published |
| Processor | Not published | Dimensity 9500 Super Edition |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB |
| Rear camera | 50MP main + 50MP ultrawide | 200MP main + 50MP telephoto + 50MP ultrawide |
| Front camera | 10MP | 20MP |
| Rear video | 8K@30 | 8K |
| Front video | Not published | Not published |
| Battery | 4,800mAh | 6,900mAh |
| Wired charging | Not published | 80W |
| Wireless charging | Not published | 40W |
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| eSIM | Yes | Not published |
| Operating system | Not published | Android 17, OriginOS 7 |
| OS updates promised | Not published | Not published |
| Water/dust rating | Not published | IP58 / IP59 / IPX8 / IPX9 |
| Weight | 201 g | 228 g |
| Thickness | 4.5 mm | 9.4 mm |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | 2.4GHz / 5GHz / 6GHz |
| Bluetooth | 6.0 | 6.0 |
| USB | USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 | USB 3.2 Type-C |
| Fingerprint | Not published | Side-mounted |
| Colours | Graphite, Cream, Lavender, Pistachio | Nebula Teal, Prism Black |
Frequently asked questions
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or vivo X Fold6 — which is better?
On our spec score the vivo X Fold6 is ahead, 8.9/10 against 7.1/10. Spec score = processor tier 30% + camera hardware 25% + display 15% + battery and charging 15% + promised software updates 15%, calculated from the official specifications. It is not a hands-on review. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 launched ₹40,000 cheaper than the vivo X Fold6 (₹1,79,999 vs ₹2,19,999). The vivo X Fold6 has the bigger battery: 6,900mAh against 4,800mAh.