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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 vs vivo X Fold3 Pro: Which One Should You Buy?

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 95.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Samsung · 2025

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
95/ 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 2 of 6 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
1 win
vivo X Fold3 Pro
vivo X Fold3 Pro
2 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplayConnectivity
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7vivo X Fold3 Pro
Category winners

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

  • Speedfrom specsSamsung Galaxy Z Fold7
    97
    94
  • Camerafrom specsTie
    82
    82
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieTie
    88
    88
  • Batteryvivo X Fold3 Pro
    33
    91
  • Displayvivo X Fold3 Pro
    48
    94
  • ConnectivityTie
    90
    90
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueNot enough data
Key differences
  • vivo X Fold3 Pro has the bigger battery5,700 mAh vs 4,400 mAh
  • vivo X Fold3 Pro charges faster100W vs 25W
  • vivo X Fold3 Pro has the bigger screen8.03" vs 8"
  • Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is lighter215 g vs 236 g
  • Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 has the faster chipSnapdragon 8 Elite vs Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
  • ✓21 g lighter (215 g), easier to hold
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓8" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy vivo X Fold3 Pro
  • ✓$8500 cheaper at launch ($1499 vs $9999)
  • ✓Bigger 5,700 mAh battery (+1,300 mAh)
  • ✓50 MP main camera

Full specifications

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SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Z Fold7vivo X Fold3 Pro
1. Display & Screen🏆 vivo X Fold3 Pro Wins Display
Screen typeFoldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2XLTPO AMOLED (foldable)
Screen Size8"8.03"
Resolution & Density1968 x 2184 (367 ppi)FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED (403 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/A4,500 nits peak
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorSnapdragon 8 Elite Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsNot listedNot listed
Operating SystemAndroid 15 16Android 14
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory16 GB LPDDR16 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage1024 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🏆 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 Lightest Chassis
DimensionsN/A159.3 x 142.4 x 5.2 mm
Weight215 g236 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceIP48IPX8
8. Battery & Charging🏆 vivo X Fold3 Pro Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,400 mAh5,700 mAh
Wired Fast Charging25W wired fast chargingFast 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
Bluetoothv5.45.4
USB Port & SpeedUSB Type-C 3.2USB-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

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 wins — BeastScore 95.0/100

After comparing all the specs, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Higher overall BeastScore: 95.0 vs top rival 89.3 and Lighter body: 215g (21g lighter in hand).

Buy Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 if you want

Higher overall BeastScore: 95.0 vs top rival 89.3 · Lighter body: 215g (21g lighter in hand)

Buy vivo X Fold3 Pro if you want

Larger battery capacity: 5,700 mAh (+1,300 mAh more) · Significantly faster wired charging: 100W vs max 25W

Common questions

Which is better: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 or vivo X Fold3 Pro?

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads with an overall BeastScore of 95.0/100 compared to vivo X Fold3 Pro (89.3/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 95.0 vs top rival 89.3 and Lighter body: 215g (21g lighter in hand).

What are the main battery and display differences between Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 and vivo X Fold3 Pro?

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 has a 8-inch display and 4400 mAh battery. vivo X Fold3 Pro has a 8.03-inch display and 5700 mAh battery.

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