Infinix Hot 12 Play vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Comparing the Infinix Hot 12 Play (2022) and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 65/100 vs 18/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the Infinix Hot 12 Play has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Hot 12 Play doesn't; the Infinix Hot 12 Play is noticeably lighter (195g vs 215g).
Infinix Hot 12 Play
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4800 mAh
- Lighter: 195g vs 215g
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 40/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (56/100 vs 31/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 0/100)
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (45/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Infinix Hot 12 Play vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 47 points higher (65/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (45/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play leads (55/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (45/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play is a bit better (45/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (56/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (55/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Infinix Hot 12 Play | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, XOS 10 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 170.5×77.6×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 195 g | 215 g | |
| Price | — | $1999 |
Infinix Hot 12 Play
- Main: 13MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Infinix Hot 12 Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Infinix Hot 12 Play
- 6000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Infinix Hot 12 Play
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (92/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (45/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play is a bit better (45/100 vs 40/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (56/100 vs 31/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (55/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 12 Play or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play by 47 points (65/100 vs 18/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 12 Play and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Infinix Hot 12 Play has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Hot 12 Play or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (45/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Hot 12 Play or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 12 Play over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Infinix Hot 12 Play is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.