ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600; launch prices were $899 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE leads — 68/100 vs 66/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 4300); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,113,347 vs 2,486,941); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE better?
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $899 vs $1099
- Better camera (42/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3113347 vs 2486941
- Better Geekbench Single: 3235 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10904 vs 6511
- Lighter: 180g vs 225g
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 83/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE scores 2 points higher (68/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (93/100 vs 83/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE leads (66/100 vs 37/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE — 48/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 42/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (93/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE is a bit better (42/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (66/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE (80/100 vs 34/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 2486941 | 3113347 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 3235 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 10904 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / ROG UI | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×76.8×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 225 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE by 20.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (93/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE is a bit better (42/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (66/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE (80/100 vs 34/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE leads on camera score (42/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (93/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE over the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.