Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs Vivo X Fold 5: Every difference that you wanted to know
Under the hood, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 is powered by the newer Snapdragon 8 Elite chip. Vivo uses the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, which is still great, but slightly behind in overall power. Samsung also offers more flexibility with RAM and storage – up to 16GB RAM and 1TB storage. Vivo offers just one variant with 16GB RAM and 512GB storage.SoftwareThis is one area where Samsung takes a clear lead. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 runs OneUI 8 based on Android 16 and promises seven years of software updates. Vivo's X Fold 5 comes with Funtouch OS 15 based on Android 15, with four years of updates. Not bad, but not as future-proof as Samsung. Additionally, Samsung offers a wider range of AI features in OneUI as opposed to the ones on Funtouch OS.Battery and chargingVivo dominates this round with a huge 6,000mAh battery compared to Samsung's 4,400mAh. The X Fold 5 also supports 80W wired and 40W wireless charging. Samsung offers 25W wired and 15W wireless on the Galaxy Z Fold 7, which is a lot slower. If you want a phone that charges quickly and lasts long, Vivo is the one to beat.CameraSamsung brings a 200-megapixel primary rear camera, along with a 10-megapixel telephoto and a 12-megapixel ultra-wide. Vivo uses a different approach with three 50-megapixel cameras for wide, ultra-wide, and telephoto shots. Samsung's sensor should give you more detail, but Vivo's setup is likely to offer more consistency across all three lenses. Both phones have dual front cameras (cover screen and internal screen) — 10-megapixel on Samsung, and 20-megapixel on Vivo.PriceadvertisementSamsung offers the Galaxy Z Fold 7 in three variants — the 12GB RAM + 256GB model costs Rs 1,74,999, the 12GB + 512GB version is priced at Rs 1,86,999, and the top-end 16GB RAM + 1TB storage model is priced at Rs 2,16,999. Vivo has launched just one variant of the X Fold 5 with 16GB RAM and 512GB storage at Rs 1,49,999.Summing upAt the end of the day, both the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and the Vivo X Fold 5 offer something impressive. Samsung gives you stronger software support, a slightly more refined design, and more powerful performance. Vivo counters with a bigger battery, faster charging, and a seriously bright display. Whichever one you choose, you're getting a premium foldable packed with features. It all comes down to what matters more to you.- Ends
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