Honor 9 Lite vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
The Honor 9 Lite (2017) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 659, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600; launch prices were $200 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads — 66/100 vs 15/100 (a 51-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has the bigger battery (4300 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Honor 9 Lite doesn't; the Honor 9 Lite is noticeably lighter (149g vs 180g).
Honor 9 Lite
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Lighter: 149g vs 180g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $1099
- Better portability (88/100 vs 80/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 3271 vs 215
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11051 vs 810
- Bigger battery: 4300 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 2/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 32/100)
Comparing the Honor 9 Lite vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 scores 51 points higher (66/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (94/100 vs 2/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (35/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (37/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Honor 9 Lite — 0/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 44/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (94/100 vs 2/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (80/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (35/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (37/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor 9 Lite is a bit better (88/100 vs 80/100).
| Specification | Honor 9 Lite | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 659 | Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3161830 | |
| Geekbench Single | 215 | 3271 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 810 | 11051 | |
| Display | 5.7" IPS LCD | 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 151.0×71.9×7.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 149 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $1099 |
Honor 9 Lite
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Honor 9 Lite
- 5.7" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Honor 9 Lite
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Launch price difference: $899. Honor 9 Lite was $899 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (94/100 vs 2/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (80/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (35/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (37/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor 9 Lite is a bit better (88/100 vs 80/100).
Which is better: the Honor 9 Lite or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite by 51 points (66/100 vs 15/100).
What is the rating of the Honor 9 Lite and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Honor 9 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 15/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor 9 Lite or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor 9 Lite or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (94/100 vs 2/100).
Should you choose the Honor 9 Lite over the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Honor 9 Lite is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.