Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 vs Vivo X Fold 3 Pro: Which is the Best Foldable Smartphone in India in 2024?

Samsung has officially concluded its Galaxy Unpacked event with the introduction of several new products. However, the star of the show was undoubtedly the new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6.

While Samsung has been the dominant player in the foldable smartphone market for a while now, it has seen some stiff opposition in the past couple of years. In India, the Galaxy Z Fold 6's primary competitor the Vivo X Fold 3 Pro. Now, let's see if the Galaxy Z Fold 6 can overcome its competitors in this full specs comparison.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 vs Vivo X Fold 3 Pro: India’s Best Foldable?

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 vs Vivo X Fold 3 Pro: Specs Comparison

Vivo X Fold 3 Pro	Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6
Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC	Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC
Main Display: 8.03-inch 8T LTPO OLED (1Hz - 120Hz), Resolution: 2200 x 2480 pixels resolution, 4,500 nits Peak Brightness, HDR10+, Dolby Vision	Main Display: 7.6-inch LTPO OLED (1Hz - 120Hz), Resolution: 2,176 x 1,812 pixels resolution, 1,750 nits Peak Brightness 2,600 nits, HDR10+
Cover Display: 6.53-inch 8T LTPO OLED, 120Hz, Resolution: 2,748 x 1,172 pixels resolution, 21:9 aspect ratio, Peak Brightness 4,500 nits, HDR10+, Dolby Vision	Cover Display: 6.2-inch OLED (48Hz - 120Hz), Resolution: 2,316 x 904 pixels resolution, 23.1:9 aspect ratio, HDR10+, Peak Brightness 1,600 nits, Gorilla Victus 2
16GB LPDDR5X RAM + 512GB UFS 4.0 Storage	12GB LPDDR5 RAM + 256GB + 512GB + 1TB UFS 4.0 Storage
Rear Cameras: 50 MP with PDAF, OIS, ƒ/1.7 (Main) + 50 MP ƒ/2.0, AF (Ultrawide) + 64 MP with OIS, 3x Optical Zoom, ƒ/2.6 (Telephoto)	Rear Cameras: 50MP with Dual-Pixel AF, OIS, ƒ/1.8 (Main) + 12MP ƒ/2.2 (Ultrawide) + 10 MP with OIS, 3x Optial Zoom, ƒ/2.4
Front Cameras: 32 MP, f/2.4 (Cover), 32 MP, f/2.4 (Internal)	Front Cameras: 10MP, ƒ/2.2 (Cover) + 4MP, ƒ/1.8 (Internal)
5,700mAh Dual-Battery, 100W Wired Fast Charging, 100W Adapter in the box, 50W Wireless Fast Charging	4,400mAh Dual-Battery, 25W Wired Fast Charging, 15W Fast Wireless Charging 2.0, No Adapter in the box
IPX8 Water Resistance	IPX8 Water Resistance, IP48 Dust Resistance
Android 14, Funtouch OS 14 (4 Years OS & 5 Years Security Updates)	Android 14, OneUI 6.1 (7 Years OS & 7 Years Security Updates)
236 grams, 5.2mm (Unfolded), 11.2mm (Folded)	239 grams, 5.6mm (Unfolded), 12.1mm (Folded)
Price: Rs 1,59,999	Price: Rs 1,64,999

Design & Build

While Samsung has reduced the weight and thickness of the Galaxy Z Fold 6, it is still a little heavier and thicker than the Vivo X Fold 3 Pro. Moreover, the Vivo X Fold 3 Pro features a more traditional aspect ratio, making it more comfortable to use folded or unfolded. Vivo also does a better job of hiding the crease in the middle than Samsung.

The X Fold 3 Pro does hold an advantage in design but falls short in terms of overall build quality. Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 6 offers a tougher aluminum frame, while using the incredibly durable Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on the cover display and back panel. The Galaxy Z Fold 6 is also the first foldable smartphone to offer dust resistance.

Display

The Vivo X Fold 3 Pro features larger cover and internal displays compared to the Galaxy Z Fold 6. Moreover, transitioning between the two screens is also more seamless on the Vivo X Fold 3 Pro because of the aspect ratio and size of its displays. The X Fold 3 Pro's screens also support Dolby Vision.

Both internal and cover screens on the Vivo X Fold 3 Pro can achieve a peak brightness of 4,500 nits, although the Z Fold 6's inner display boasts a peak brightness of 2,600 nits, dropping to 1,600 nits on the cover display. On paper, Vivo certainly has the upper hand in terms of display tech.

Performance and Battery

The Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Vivo X Fold 3 Pro are both equipped with the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, ensuring flagship-grade performance. Both Samsung and Vivo have equipped their latest foldables with vapor chambers to help with heat dissipation.

It is worth noting though that the Vivo X Fold 3 Pro comes with more storage and RAM on the base model compared to the Galaxy Z Fold 6. Moreover, the Vivo X Fold 3 Pro also has a larger battery than the Galaxy Z Fold 6. Additionally, the X Fold 3 Pro comes with faster charging and a wired adapter included in the box.

Software

Software is a big part of the foldable experience and the Galaxy Z Fold 6's One UI 6.1.1 might just be the most advanced operating system yet, baked in with a ton of AI features. Samsung's upgrade cycle is the best among smartphones.

Moreover, the South Korean tech giant also offers better support in the long run. While Vivo does offer some competition against Samsung in terms of AI performance, Galaxy AI currently remains unrivalled in terms of AI assistance. Additionally, the Galaxy Z Fold 6's S Pen support further sweetens the deal.

Cameras

The Vivo X Fold 3 Pro features a 50 MP "Ultra-Sensing" OmniVision OV50H primary sensor with an f/1.68 aperture and OIS support. The main camera is accompanied by a 64 MP OV64B periscope lens with an f/2.57 aperture, OIS support, and 3x optical zoom as well as a 50 MP Samsung JN1 ultrawide lens.

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 features a 50 MP Samsung GN3 primary sensor with OIS and an f/1.8 aperture. The main camera is paired with a 12 MP Sony IMX258 ultrawide lens, and a 10 MP Samsung S5K3K1 sensor with OIS, an f/2.4 aperture, and 3x optical zoom.

While the Vivo X Fold 3 Pro comes with two 32 MP selfie cameras on the internal and external displays. The Galaxy Z Fold 6, on the other hand, features a 10 MP selfie camera on the cover display and a 4 MP sensor on the inside, which is primarily designed for video calls.

When it comes to camera hardware, the Vivo X Fold 3 Pro certainly has the upper hand. On the flip side, Samsung relies a lot on its software prowess to deliver stellar camera performance. However, Vivo is no slouch in the software department either, co-developing its camera sensors with ZEISS, although the Galaxy Z Fold 6 does offer improved AI features with its camera system.

Pricing

The Vivo X Fold 3 Pro price in India is set at Rs 1,59,999 for the sole 16GB/512GB variant. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 price in India starts from Rs 1,64,999 for the 12GB/256GB model. Moreover, the foldable also comes in a 12GB/512GB and 12GB/1TB configuration that costs Rs 1,76,999 and Rs 2,00,999, respectively.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 vs Vivo X Fold 3 Pro: Our Thoughts

There isn't much separating the Vivo X Fold 3 Pro from the Galaxy Z Flip 6. In terms of design, hardware prowess, battery life, charging speed, camera lenses, and visuals, we'd have to recommend the Vivo X Fold 3 Pro. However, the Galaxy Z Fold 6 holds a clear advantage in terms of software, build quality, and camera features.

If you are looking for a durable foldable for the long haul, then the Galaxy Z Fold 6 is worth considering. And thanks to Samsung's software prowess, it will also offer a more seamless user experience. That being said, if you are looking for a foldable smartphone with the best hardware, then the X Fold 3 Pro is a no-brainer.