Nokia C31 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Nokia C31 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 65/100 vs 10/100 (a 55-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia C31 has the bigger battery (5050 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C31 doesn't; the Nokia C31 is noticeably lighter (200g vs 215g).
Nokia C31
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Bigger battery: 5050 vs 4800 mAh
- Lighter: 200g vs 215g
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 31/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 0/100)
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (45/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (40/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Nokia C31 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 55 points higher (65/100 vs 10/100). 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 Nokia C31 leads (55/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (45/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Nokia C31 are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C31 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (50/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C31 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (55/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Nokia C31 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | 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 | 720x1600 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5050 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Weight | 200 g | 215 g | |
| Price | — | $1999 |
Nokia C31
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Nokia C31
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C31
- 5050 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Nokia C31
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (92/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (45/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Nokia C31 are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia C31 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (50/100 vs 31/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C31 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (55/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C31 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 by 55 points (65/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C31 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Nokia C31 has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C31 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 Nokia C31 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C31 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Nokia C31 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.