Huawei Pura X Max vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Huawei Pura X Max (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9030 Pro, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1520 and $1999. Both devices score the same overall rating of 70/100. Key differences: the Huawei Pura X Max has the bigger battery (5300 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (2,814,251 vs 2,107,301).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Pura X Max
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
What makes Huawei Pura X Max better?
- Bigger battery: 5300 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 66W vs 45W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $1520 vs $1999
- Better camera (55/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (58/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2814251 vs 2107301
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1680
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 6200
- Lighter: 215g vs 229g
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 77/100)
Comparison verdict
The Huawei Pura X Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 received the same MobileRank rating — 70/100. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (93/100 vs 77/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X Max leads (72/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Huawei Pura X Max — 48/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 48/100; 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 Fold8 notably outperforms the Huawei Pura X Max (93/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, the Huawei Pura X Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura X Max is a bit better (55/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (72/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei Pura X Max is a bit better (58/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Pura X Max | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 9030 Pro | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2107301 | 2814251 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1680 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6200 | 11047 | |
| Display | 7.7" Foldable LTPO2 OLED | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1828x2584 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5300 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 6.1 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP58/IP59 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 166.5×120.0×5.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 229 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $1520 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Pura X Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Huawei Pura X Max
- 7.7" Foldable LTPO2 OLED
- Resolution: 1828x2584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Pura X Max
- 5300 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Pura X Max and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Huawei Pura X Max by 25.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $479. Huawei Pura X Max was $479 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Huawei Pura X Max (93/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Huawei Pura X Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura X Max is a bit better (55/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (72/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei Pura X Max is a bit better (58/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Pura X Max or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
Both devices scored 70/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (93/100 vs 77/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei Pura X Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Huawei Pura X Max has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Pura X Max or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Huawei Pura X Max leads on camera score (55/100 vs 50/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Pura X Max or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (93/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Pura X Max over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Huawei Pura X Max is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.