Nokia 8 vs Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $699 and $2899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads — 69/100 vs 29/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold has the bigger battery (5600 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is faster in AnTuTu (2,926,532 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 309g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
What makes Nokia 8 better?
- Lighter: 160g vs 309g
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $2899
- Better portability (84/100 vs 20/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2926532 vs 438016
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1500
- Bigger battery: 5600 vs 3090 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (52/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (70/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold scores 40 points higher (69/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (90/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (52/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (63/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Nokia 8 — 0/100, Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold — 46/100; 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 TriFold significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (90/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (70/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (52/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (63/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (84/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia 8 | Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 438016 | 2926532 | |
| Geekbench Single | 427 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1500 | 9287 | |
| Display | 5.3" IPS LCD | 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2560x1440 | 2160x1584 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3090 mAh | 5600 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 7.1 | Android 16 / One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm | 159.2×75.0×12.9 mm | |
| Weight | 160 g | 309 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $2899 |
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Nokia 8
- 5.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2560x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2160x1584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
- 3090 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 5600 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia 8 and Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads Nokia 8 by 85.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $2200. Nokia 8 was $2200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (90/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (70/100 vs 52/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (52/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (63/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (84/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 40 points (69/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold — 69/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads on camera score (52/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads on performance (90/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a better fit for gamers and power users.