Reviewers rate these two about the same overall: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 8.6/10 and the Vivo X300 Ultra 8.5/10. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 comes out ahead on performance, software and design & build. The Vivo X300 Ultra is stronger on camera, battery life and display. They’re level on charging and value. At launch in India the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 cost ₹1,79,999 and the Vivo X300 Ultra ₹1,59,999.
Updated 12 October 2026 · Scores from our review roundups of each
| Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | Vivo X300 Ultra | Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 8.6/10 | 8.5/10 | Level |
| Camera | 7.6 | 9.6 | Vivo X300 Ultra |
| Battery life | 7.8 | 8.8 | Vivo X300 Ultra |
| Performance | 8.3 | 8.0 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 |
| Display | 9.1 | 9.5 | Vivo X300 Ultra |
| Software | 8.7 | 7.6 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 |
| Charging | 8.5 | 8.6 | Level |
| Design & build | 9.1 | 8.0 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 |
| Value | 6.6 | 6.3 | Level |
| Confidence | High | High | |
| Reviewed in depth by | 15 outlets | 11 outlets | |
| Launch price (India) | ₹1,79,999 | ₹1,59,999 | |
| Launched | – | March 2026 |
Choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 if…
Buyers who want a light, pocketable foldable with a big, bright inner screen and good multitasking.
Look elsewhere if: You want a telephoto camera, top-tier dust protection or strong value for money.
Read the full Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 review roundup
Choose the Vivo X300 Ultra if…
Photography-focused buyers who want a top-tier zoom and ultrawide camera and can accept a large, heavy phone.
Look elsewhere if: You want a light, easy one-handed phone, steady thermals under heavy load, or a lower price.
Read the full Vivo X300 Ultra review roundup
How we compare
Both scores come from the review roundups on this site, on the same 10-point scale: we read the in-depth reviews of each, weigh them by how much testing they did, and combine them. A gap under 0.3 points is shown as level. Prices are Indian launch prices. How we score.