Huawei Mate X3 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
The Huawei Mate X3 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 4G, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads — 66/100 vs 61/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Mate X3 has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 4300); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,113,347 vs 1,530,652); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 239g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Mate X3
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
What makes Huawei Mate X3 better?
- Bigger battery: 4800 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 66W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Better camera (40/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (64/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3113347 vs 1530652
- Better Geekbench Single: 3235 vs 1761
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10904 vs 4688
- Lighter: 180g vs 239g
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 72/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Mate X3 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 scores 5 points higher (66/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (93/100 vs 72/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate X3 leads (64/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Huawei Mate X3 (93/100 vs 72/100). In the "display" category, the Huawei Mate X3 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Mate X3 is a bit better (40/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate X3 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (64/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate X3 (80/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Mate X3 | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 4G | Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 1530652 | 3113347 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1761 | 3235 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4688 | 10904 | |
| Display | 7.8" Foldable OLED | 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2200x2480 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 3.1 (China), EMUI 13.1 (Europe), no Google Play Services | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX8 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 156.9×72.4×11.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 239 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Mate X3
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Huawei Mate X3
- 7.8" Foldable OLED
- Resolution: 2200x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Mate X3
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Mate X3 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Huawei Mate X3 by 50.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Huawei Mate X3
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Huawei Mate X3 (93/100 vs 72/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Huawei Mate X3 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Mate X3 is a bit better (40/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate X3 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (64/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate X3 (80/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Mate X3 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 edges out the Huawei Mate X3 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Huawei Mate X3 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Huawei Mate X3 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Mate X3 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Huawei Mate X3 leads on camera score (40/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Mate X3 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (93/100 vs 72/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Mate X3 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Huawei Mate X3 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.