Nokia 8 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8

The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $699 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 72/100 vs 29/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 215g).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 43 points (72/100 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 Fold8
Performance 98
Display 79
Camera 50
Battery 52
Portability 44
Value for money 48
What makes Nokia 8 better?
  • Lighter: 160g vs 215g
  • Cheaper: $699 vs $1999

  • Better portability (84/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 438016
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 427
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 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 (98/100 vs 33/100)
  • Better camera (50/100 vs 12/100)
  • Longer battery life (52/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (79/100 vs 52/100)
  • Better value for money (48/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 43 points higher (72/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (98/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (50/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (52/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (48/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (98/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (79/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (50/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (52/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (84/100 vs 44/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (48/100 vs 0/100).

Nokia 8: The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia 8 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 438016 3942923
Geekbench Single 427 3640
Geekbench Multi 1500 11033
Display 5.3" IPS LCD 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 2560x1440 1968x2184
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3090 mAh 4800 mAh
Charging 18W 45W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
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 / One UI 8.5
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54 IP48
Dimensions 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm
Weight 160 g 215 g
Price $699 $1999
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
  • Main: 13MP f/2.0
  • Front: 13MP
12
camera
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • 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 Fold8
  • 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 1968x2184
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
  • 3090 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
52
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nokia 8 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nokia 8 Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
29/100
438016 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
72/100 +88.9%
3942923 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Nokia 8 by 88.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia 8
$699
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
$1999

Price difference: $1300. Nokia 8 is cheaper by $1300.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (98/100 vs 33/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (79/100 vs 52/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (50/100 vs 12/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (52/100 vs 12/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (84/100 vs 44/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (48/100 vs 0/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 43 points (72/100 vs 29/100).

What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 72/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 12/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (98/100 vs 33/100).

Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.