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).
Nokia 8
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- Lighter: 160g vs 199g
- Better portability (84/100 vs 76/100)
- 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)
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).
| 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 | — |
Nokia 8
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Nokia 8
- 5.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2560x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2
- Resolution: 1828x2584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia 8
- 3090 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared Nokia 8 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads Nokia 8 by 86.0% in our overall performance rating.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
Price unknownperformance
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).
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.