Nokia 8 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide

The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads — 71/100 vs 29/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 199g).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 42 points (71/100 vs 29/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
Performance 33
Display 52
Camera 12
Battery 12
Portability 84
Value for money 0
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
Performance 92
Display 81
Camera 50
Battery 45
Portability 76
Value for money
What makes Nokia 8 better?
  • Lighter: 160g vs 199g

  • Better portability (84/100 vs 76/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 438016
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 427
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 1500
  • Bigger battery: 4800 vs 3090 mAh
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 33/100)
  • Better camera (50/100 vs 12/100)
  • Longer battery life (45/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (81/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide scores 42 points higher (71/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads (92/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads (50/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads (45/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (92/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (81/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (50/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (45/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 is a bit better (84/100 vs 76/100).

Nokia 8: The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia 8 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 438016 3119308
Geekbench Single 427 3041
Geekbench Multi 1500 9494
Display 5.3" IPS LCD 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2
Resolution 2560x1440 1828x2584
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3090 mAh 4800 mAh
Charging 18W 45W
Main camera 13 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 13 MP 10 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 7.1 Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54 IP48
Dimensions 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm 161.4×123.9×4.9 mm
Weight 160 g 199 g
Price $699
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
  • Main: 13MP f/2.0
  • Front: 13MP
12
camera
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 10MP
50
camera
Display comparison
Nokia 8
  • 5.3" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2560x1440
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
52
display
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
  • 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2
  • Resolution: 1828x2584
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
81
display
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
  • 3090 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
45
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nokia 8 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nokia 8 Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
29/100
438016 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
71/100 +86.0%
3119308 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads Nokia 8 by 86.0% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia 8
$699
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (92/100 vs 33/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (81/100 vs 52/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (50/100 vs 12/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (45/100 vs 12/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 is a bit better (84/100 vs 76/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 42 points (71/100 vs 29/100).

What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?

The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide — 71/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads on camera score (50/100 vs 12/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads on performance (92/100 vs 33/100).

Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?

The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a better fit for gamers and power users.