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Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Hindustan Times
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs Vivo X Fold 5: Compare design, display, camera and more
If you are considering a foldable phone this year, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Vivo X Fold 5 stand out as the latest options available in India. Both devices launched recently and offer foldable designs combined with advanced features, improved design, display, and AI enhancements. Here's a detailed specifications and features comparison of Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Vivo X Fold 5 to help you decide which foldable phone suits your needs and budget. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs Vivo X Fold 5: Find out which one offers the best value and suits your needs. (HT Tech, Vivo) Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs Vivo X Fold 5: Design The Vivo X Fold 5 measures 9.2mm when folded and 4.3mm when unfolded. It weighs 217 grams and features second-generation Armour Glass on its cover screen. The device also carries an IPX8, IPX9, and IPX9+ water resistance, a first in the industry. Meanwhile, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 weighs slightly less at 215 grams and maintains Samsung's established foldable design, but does not offer the same level of water resistance as Vivo. Also read: iPhone 17 Air vs iPhone 17 Pro Max: Leaked image reveals notable difference in thickness Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs Vivo X Fold 5: Display Vivo X Fold 5 features 8.03-inch foldable AMOLED inner screen with 2480 x 2200 resolution and a 6.53-inch cover display at 2748 x 1172 resolution. Both screens support a 120Hz refresh rate and reach up to 4,500 nits brightness. They also come with TÜV Rheinland certification and Zeiss Master Colour calibration. In comparison, the Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 7 features a 8-inch foldable inner display and a 6.5-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X cover screen with 2520 x 1080 resolution, also supporting 120Hz refresh rate. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs Vivo X Fold 5: Camera Vivo X Fold 5 sports a triple 50MP rear camera: a main sensor, an ultrawide lens, and a ZEISS telephoto lens offering 3x optical zoom and up to 100x digital zoom. It features 20MP front cameras on both the inner and cover screens. On the other hand, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 features a 200MP main sensor, a 12MP ultrawide lens, and a 10MP telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom, plus two 10MP front cameras. Also read: Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6: Which foldable smartphone may be the right buy Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs Vivo X Fold 5: Battery and Charging The Vivo X Fold 5 houses a 6,000mAh battery, the largest capacity among foldables, with 80W wired and 40W wireless charging support. In contrast, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 houses a smaller 4,400mAh battery with 25W wired and wireless charging support. Vivo's battery capacity and charging speeds make it more suited for longer use. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs Vivo X Fold 5: AI Features and Connectivity Vivo integrates Google's Gemini Assistant and an AI imaging suite that includes tools like AI Image Expander, AI Magic Move, AI Erase, and AI Reflection Erase. Meanwhile, the Samsung runs One UI 8 on Android 16 with several smart features, but it does not include dedicated AI imaging tools like Vivo. Both devices support modern connectivity options such as 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth, and dual SIM functionality. Samsung offers Bluetooth 5.4, which helps with faster data transfer and lower latency. Also read: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 vs Galaxy Z Flip5: Which foldable mobile phone should you buy? Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs Vivo X Fold 5: Price Comparison The Vivo X Fold 5 is priced at Rs. 1,49,999 for the 16GB RAM and 512GB storage variant. Meanwhile, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 comes in three configurations: 12GBRAM and 256GB storage variant at Rs. 1,74,999, 12GB RAM and 512GB storage variant is priced at Rs. 1,86,999, and 16GB RAM and 1TB storage variant is priced at Rs. 2,16,999.
India Today
30-06-2025
- India Today
Vivo confirms the X Fold 5 is coming soon to India, possibly alongside the X200 FE in July
Vivo is gearing to launch two big, high-end phones in India, possibly within the next few weeks if not months. One of them, the X200 FE, was confirmed a few days back. Today, Vivo has announced that even the Vivo X Fold 5 is coming soon to India. The exact timeline hasn't been revealed but speculation is rife that both, the X Fold 5 and X200 FE, will be launched together in the second week of X Fold 5, as you can probably tell from the naming, is a book-style foldable potentially rivaling the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7. It was recently launched in China with two major headline grabbing updates – best-in-class IP rating (IPX8/IPX9 Plus/IP5X) and a massive 6,000mAh battery. For a foldable that packs these quality-of-life upgrades, it is impressive how astonishingly thin and light the Vivo X Fold 5 is, measuring only about 9.2mm when folded and 4.3mm when unfolded while weighing just 217 the X Fold 5 has a 6.53-inch cover display and an 8.03-inch inner display protected by the second-generation Armour Glass, Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor paired with up to 16GB RAM and 1TB of storage, 50-megapixel ZEISS tuned triple rear cameras, and 80W wired and 40W wireless charging support. In China, the Vivo X Fold 5 has a starting price of CNY 6,999 which roughly translates to Rs 83,670 for a version with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage. Vivo has also separately teased the India launch of the X200 FE, a compact flagship phone on the lines of the OnePlus 13s. It has a 6.31-inch screen inside a chassis that's barely 7.9mm. It is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9300 Plus processor and a 6,500mAh battery with 90W wired charging. The phone has a trio of sensors, two 50-megapixel behind wide and telephoto lenses and a third 8-megapixel ultrawide, with ZEISS tuning. The X200 FE was recently launched in global markets after launching first in China. We will cover both devices as and when they formally arrive in India. With Vivo kicking off the hype-train, it won't be long before more details start to trickle down. Watch this space for more details.- Ends
