Huawei nova 12 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Huawei nova 12 (2023) runs on the Kirin 830, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 65/100 vs 34/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 4600); the Huawei nova 12 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 215g).
Huawei nova 12
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Lighter: 191g vs 215g
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 40/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (61/100 vs 31/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 0/100)
- Bigger battery: 4800 vs 4600 mAh
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (45/100 vs 41/100)
Comparing the Huawei nova 12 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 31 points higher (65/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei nova 12 leads (55/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Huawei nova 12 are nearly equal (45/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei nova 12 is a bit better (46/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (61/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei nova 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (55/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Huawei nova 12 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Kirin 830 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1084x2412 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4600 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 60 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 4.0 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 161.5×75.4×7.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 191 g | 215 g | |
| Price | — | $1999 |
Huawei nova 12
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 60MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Huawei nova 12
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1084x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei nova 12
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Huawei nova 12
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 (92/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Huawei nova 12 are nearly equal (45/100 vs 41/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei nova 12 is a bit better (46/100 vs 40/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (61/100 vs 31/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Huawei nova 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (55/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Huawei nova 12 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 by 31 points (65/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova 12 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Huawei nova 12 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 65/100.
Which is more powerful: the Huawei nova 12 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova 12 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Huawei nova 12 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.