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Apple iPhone 18 Pro vs vivo X Fold3 Pro: Which One Should You Buy?

vivo X Fold3 Pro edges ahead with a BeastScore of 89.3/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Apple · 2026

Apple iPhone 18 Pro

Apple iPhone 18 Pro
89/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Vivo · 2024

vivo X Fold3 Pro

vivo X Fold3 Pro
89/ 100
Launch price$1,499
Head-to-head

vivo X Fold3 Pro wins 1 of 5 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Apple iPhone 18 Pro
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
1 win
vivo X Fold3 Pro
vivo X Fold3 Pro
1 win
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplay
Apple iPhone 18 Provivo X Fold3 Pro
Category winners

Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score

  • Speedfrom specsApple iPhone 18 Pro
    97
    94
  • Camerafrom specsTie
    82
    82
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieTie
    88
    88
  • Batteryvivo X Fold3 Pro
    51
    91
  • Displayfrom specsTie
    88
    88
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueNot enough data
Key differences
  • vivo X Fold3 Pro has the bigger battery5,700 mAh vs 4,056 mAh
  • vivo X Fold3 Pro has the bigger screen8.03" vs 6.3"
  • Apple iPhone 18 Pro is lighter211 g vs 236 g
  • vivo X Fold3 Pro has more RAM16 GB vs 12 GB
  • Apple iPhone 18 Pro has the faster chipApple A20 Pro vs Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Apple iPhone 18 Pro
  • ✓25 g lighter (211 g), easier to hold
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.3" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy vivo X Fold3 Pro
  • ✓$8500 cheaper at launch ($1499 vs $9999)
  • ✓Bigger 5,700 mAh battery (+1,644 mAh)
  • ✓50 MP main camera

Full specifications

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SpecificationApple iPhone 18 Provivo X Fold3 Pro
1. Display & Screen
Screen typeNot listedLTPO AMOLED (foldable)
Screen Size6.3"8.03"
Resolution & DensityN/A FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED (403 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/A4,500 nits peak
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Apple iPhone 18 Pro Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorApple A20 Pro Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsNot listedNot listed
Operating SystemiOS 18 Android 14
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR16 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage2048 GB1024 GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera50 MP, 50MP Main (OIS) + 50MP Ultra-wide + Telephoto50 MP, f/1.7, OIS, Sony LYT-808
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)64 MP (3x optical zoom), f/2.6, OIS
Ultrawide CameraN/A50 MP, f/2
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens32 MP32 MP, f/2.5
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Apple iPhone 18 Pro Lightest Chassis
DimensionsN/A159.3 x 142.4 x 5.2 mm
Weight211 g236 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceNot listedIPX8
8. Battery & Charging🏆 vivo X Fold3 Pro Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,056 mAh5,700 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingN/AFast charging
Wireless ChargingNot listed50W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardNot listedWi-Fi 7
BluetoothNot listed5.4
USB Port & SpeedNot listedUSB-C 3.2
NFCYesYes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch PricePrice on request$1499
Our verdict

vivo X Fold3 Pro wins — BeastScore 89.3/100

After comparing all the specs, vivo X Fold3 Pro is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Higher overall BeastScore: 89.3 vs top rival 89.0 and Larger battery capacity: 5,700 mAh (+1,644 mAh more).

Buy Apple iPhone 18 Pro if you want

Lighter body: 211g (25g lighter in hand)

Buy vivo X Fold3 Pro if you want

Higher overall BeastScore: 89.3 vs top rival 89.0 · Larger battery capacity: 5,700 mAh (+1,644 mAh more)

Common questions

Which is better: Apple iPhone 18 Pro or vivo X Fold3 Pro?

vivo X Fold3 Pro leads with an overall BeastScore of 89.3/100 compared to Apple iPhone 18 Pro (89.0/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 89.3 vs top rival 89.0 and Larger battery capacity: 5,700 mAh (+1,644 mAh more).

What are the main battery and display differences between Apple iPhone 18 Pro and vivo X Fold3 Pro?

Apple iPhone 18 Pro has a 6.3-inch display and 4056 mAh battery. vivo X Fold3 Pro has a 8.03-inch display and 5700 mAh battery.

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