Samsung Z Fold 6 vs Vivo X Fold 3 Pro Samsung introduced its newest line of foldable gadgets during its Paris launch event on Wednesday. The latest Galaxy Z Fold 6 is now equipped with the newest Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor and comes pre-installed with Android 14. However, Samsung is no longer the sole contender in the foldable market, as Vivo has entered with a strong competitor, the Vivo X Fold 3 Pro. Let’s delve into the major distinctions, pricing, and specifications of these two devices.
Samsung Fold 6 2025
Samsung has initiated pre-orders for its most recent foldable smartphones, the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6, as well as the Galaxy Buds 3 and Galaxy Buds 3 Pro. These fresh devices now feature Galaxy AI, mirroring the premium offerings of the Galaxy S24 series. Furthermore, the Galaxy Watch 7 and Galaxy Watch Ultra were unveiled during the launch event. Prices for the foldable phones have been increased by a minimum of Rs 10,000. Sales of the new smartphones will commence on July 24. The announcement for the new releases was made amidst an indefinite strike by a union representing nearly 30,000 workers at the South Korean technology company, who are demanding improved pay and benefits.
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Specifications
The Galaxy Z Fold 6 runs on a customized Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Mobile Platform made exclusively for Samsung, paired with 12GB of RAM for top-notch performance. It features a 6.3-inch HD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X display on the outer screen with 968×2,376 pixels resolution and 410ppi pixel density. The internal screen is a 7.6-inch QXGA+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X Infinity Flex display, offering 1,856×2,160 pixels resolution and 374ppi pixel density. Both displays have an adaptive refresh rate from 1Hz to 120Hz for seamless performance.
The device features a triple rear camera setup comprising a 50-megapixel wide-angle camera with dual pixel autofocus and OIS, a 12-megapixel ultra-wide-angle camera with a 123-degree field of view, and a 10-megapixel telephoto camera. Moreover, it includes a 10-megapixel front camera on the cover display and a 4-megapixel under-display camera on the inner screen. The foldables are powered by Android 14 with Samsung’s One UI 6.1.1 overlay, with a commitment from Samsung to deliver seven years of Android OS and security updates for both devices, ensuring extended software support and security.
Vivo X Fold 3 Pro Specifications
The Vivo X Fold 3 Pro runs on Android 14 with Funtouch OS 14. It features an 8.03-inch primary E7 AMOLED display with a 2K resolution (2,200×2,480 pixels), a peak brightness reaching 4,500 nits, and is compatible with Dolby Vision and HDR10. The secondary AMOLED screen measures 6.53 inches with a resolution of 1,172×2,748 pixels, both screens supporting a 120Hz refresh rate. The main display has a screen-to-body ratio of 91.77%, while the cover display boasts a ratio of 90.92%.
Running on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, the Vivo X Fold 3 Pro is equipped with 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 512GB of UFS4.0 storage. It is built with a durable carbon fiber hinge, tested to withstand 100 folds daily for more than 12 years. The device’s front is made of glass, the back of glass fiber, and the middle frame of aluminum alloy.
The camera system on the Vivo X Fold 3 Pro comprises a Zeiss-enhanced triple rear setup: a 50MP main sensor with OIS, a 64MP telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom, and a 50MP ultra-wide lens. Additionally, both the primary and cover screens feature 32MP front-facing cameras with an f/2.4 aperture, supported by Vivo’s V3 imaging chip.
Connectivity options include 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, and various global navigation systems. The device comes with multiple sensors such as an accelerometer, ambient light sensor, proximity sensor, gyroscope, electronic compass, among others. It is also equipped with a fingerprint sensor and boasts an IPX8 rating for water and dust resistance.
Powering the Vivo X Fold 3 Pro is a 5,700mAh battery that supports 100W wired charging and 50W wireless charging. When unfolded, the device measures 159.96×142.4×5.2mm and weighs 236 grams, offering a substantial yet portable choice for technology enthusiasts.
Vivo X Fold 3 Pro vs Samsung Z Fold 6 Price
The Galaxy Z Fold 6 is available at ₹1,64,999 for the 256GB storage model, ₹1,76,999 for the 512GB storage model, and ₹2,00,999 for the 1TB storage model.
The Vivo X Fold 3 Pro, however, comes with a price tag of ₹1,59,999 for the single 16GB RAM/512GB storage option.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6: India pricing and variants
12GB RAM + 256GB storage: Rs 164,999
12GB RAM + 512GB storage: Rs 176,999
Colours: Silver Shadow, Navy, Pink
12GB RAM + 1TB storage: Rs 200,999
Colours
Colours: Silver Shadow
Colours exclusively offered through Samsung online store: Black and White
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6: India pricing and variants
12GB RAM + 256GB storage: Rs 109,999
12GB RAM + 512GB storage: Rs 121,999
Colours: Blue, Mint, and Silver Shadow
Colours exclusively offered through Samsung online store: Black, White, and Peach
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6: Availability and pre-book offers
Both the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6 are now available for pre-order in India, with general availability slated to commence from July 24.
Customers who pre-order the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6 have the option of receiving a cashback of Rs 8,000 from HDFC Bank cards and a nine-month no-interest bank equated monthly installment (no-cost EMI). Alternatively, they can choose to receive an upgrade bonus of Rs 8,000 and enjoy up to a nine-month no-cost EMI. Existing Samsung flagship smartphone customers are eligible for an upgrade bonus of Rs 15,000.
Samsung has announced that customers who pre-order either the Galaxy Z Fold 6 or the Z Flip 6 will be enrolled in the Galaxy Z Assurance program, which offers the first two screen/parts replacements at Rs 999. Moreover, Samsung is providing discounts of up to 50% on selected Samsung covers and up to 35% on the newly released Galaxy Watch Ultra, Watch 7, and Galaxy Buds 3 series.
