Compare vivo X Fold5 vs ZTE Nubia Fold
In this technical comparison between the vivo X Fold5 and the ZTE Nubia Fold, we analyze the key features to help you choose.
The display is a highlight, featuring a resolution of 2480 x 2200 pixels (~413 ppi) for the X Fold5 versus 2200 x 2480 pixels (~414 ppi) for the Nubia Fold.
Choosing between these two Foldable Phones models often comes down to your budget, with prices around Approx. $1,100 - $1,350 USD and Approx. $1,150 USD.
| Specifications |
vivo X Fold5 |
ZTE Nubia Fold |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | July 2025 | December 2025 |
| Network | ||
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE / 5G | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| SIM | Dual Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM (Dual SIM support) |
| Body | ||
| Dimensions | Unfolded: 159.7 x 142.3 x 4.3 mm; Folded: 159.7 x 72.6 x 9.2 mm | Unfolded: 160 x 144 x 5.4 mm; Folded: 160 x 73 x 11.1 mm |
| Weight | 217g (Gray/Titanium), 226g (White/Glass) | 249g |
| Build materials | Front: 2nd-gen Armor Glass; Back: Glass fiber or Glass; Frame: Aluminum alloy; Hinge: Carbon fiber support | Front: UTG glass (unfolded), Glass (folded); Back: Glass; Frame: Aluminum |
| Water/Dust rating | IPX8 / IPX9 (Water) and IP5X (Dust) | IP54 (Dust and splash resistant) |
| Miscellaneous | Foldable-focused 3-stage Alert Slider; Functional down to -20°C | 3D-etched back glass, High-strength steel hinge |
| Display | ||
| Type | Foldable LTPO AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, Dolby Vision, HDR10+ | Foldable OLED, 1B colors, 120Hz |
| Size | 8.03 inches | 8.0 inches |
| Resolution | 2480 x 2200 pixels (~413 ppi) | 2200 x 2480 pixels (~414 ppi) |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz (Adaptive 1-120Hz) | 120Hz |
| HDR support | HDR10+, Dolby Vision | HDR10+ |
| Protection | 2nd-gen Armor Glass | Ultra-Thin Glass (UTG) |
| Display (Cover) | 6.53" AMOLED, 1172 x 2748 pixels, 120Hz, 4500 nits (peak) | 6.50" OLED, 1172 x 2748 pixels, 120Hz |
| Various | 4500 nits peak brightness (both screens); Zeiss Master Color | 1.5K resolution on cover screen; independent multitasking support |
| Platform | ||
| OS | Android 15, Funtouch 15 (Global) / OriginOS 5 (China) | Android 15, MyOS |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.3 GHz Cortex-X4 & 3x3.2 GHz & 2x3.0 GHz & 2x2.3 GHz) | Octa-core (2x4.32 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix L + 6x3.53 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix M) |
| GPU | Adreno 750 | Adreno 830 |
| Software Features | Origin Workbench (up to 5 active windows), AI Captions, DocMaster | AI Call Assist, AI Simultaneous Interpretation, AI Writing |
| Memory | ||
| Card slot | No | No |
| Internal storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB (UFS 4.1) | 256GB / 512GB (UFS 4.0) |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB (LPDDR5X Ultra) | 12GB (LPDDR5X) |
| Main Camera | ||
| Wide (main) | 50 MP, f/1.57, 23mm, 1/1.56", PDAF, OIS (Sony IMX921) | 50 MP, f/1.8, PDAF, OIS |
| Ultra-wide | 50 MP, f/2.05, 15mm, 120°, PDAF (Samsung JN1) | 50 MP, f/2.2, 120° |
| Telephoto / periscope | 50 MP, f/2.55, 70mm (3x optical), OIS, 100x HyperZoom (Sony IMX882) | Not available (uses digital zoom on main/macro) |
| Macro | 15cm Telephoto Macro | 5 MP, f/2.4 |
| OIS | Yes (Main and Telephoto) | Yes (Main lens) |
| Video recording | 8K@30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS | 8K, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p, gyro-EIS |
| Selfie Camera | ||
| Inner selfie camera | 20 MP, f/2.4 (wide) | 20 MP, f/2.2 (Wide) |
| Cover selfie camera | 20 MP, f/2.4 (wide) | 20 MP, f/2.2 (Wide) |
| Selfie Camera features | HDR, Portrait, Dual-Display Preview | HDR, AI Face Sticker |
| Selfie Camera video | 1080p@30fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps |
| Sound | ||
| Loudspeaker | Yes, Stereo speakers | Yes, Stereo speakers |
| Stereo speakers | Yes | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Audio features | Snapdragon Sound, 24-bit/192kHz Hi-Res audio | 24-bit/192kHz Hi-Res audio, DTS:X Ultra |
| Connectivity | ||
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 7, Tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 7, Tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS, NavIC | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Infrared | Yes | Yes |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 1, OTG | USB Type-C 3.1, OTG |
| Features | ||
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Gyro, Proximity, Compass, Barometer, Color Temp | Accelerometer, Gyro, Proximity, Compass |
| Fingerprint | Side-mounted capacitive sensor | Side-mounted |
| Special Features | Apple ecosystem support (Apple Watch/iCloud integration), Security Chip | AI Gaming Space, FeliCa support (Japan model) |
| Battery | ||
| Battery type / capacity | 6000mAh (Silicon-Carbon), Dual-cell | 6560mAh (Silicon-Carbon), Non-removable |
| Wired charging | 80W FlashCharge | 55W (100% in ~70 mins) |
| Wireless charging | 40W Wireless; 5W Reverse Wireless charging | - |
| Reverse wireless charging | Yes | - |
| Misc | ||
| Colors | Titanium Gray, Feather White, Pine Green | Black |
| Price | Approx. $1,100 - $1,350 USD | Approx. $1,150 USD |
| Full Details | X Fold5 - Full Specifications | Nubia Fold - Full Specifications |