Nubia Air vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
The Nubia Air (2025) runs on the Unisoc T8300, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600; estimated prices are $182 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads — 57/100 vs 34/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Air has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 639,225).
Nubia Air
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 25W
- Lighter: 172g vs 180g
- Cheaper: $182 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 23/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (85/100 vs 75/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 34/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 639225
- Better Geekbench Single: 3271 vs 880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11051 vs 2073
- Higher performance (77/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 29/100)
Comparing the Nubia Air vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 scores 23 points higher (57/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (77/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Air leads (39/100 vs 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Air leads (97/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (77/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Nubia Air are nearly equal (30/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Air notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (39/100 vs 23/100). In the "design" category, the Nubia Air is a bit better (85/100 vs 75/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Air significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (97/100 vs 34/100).
| Specification | Nubia Air | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T8300 | Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 639225 | 3161830 | |
| Geekbench Single | 880 | 3271 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2073 | 11051 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1224x2720 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 164.2×76.6×6.7 mm | — | |
| Weight | 172 g | 180 g | |
| Price | $182 | $1099 |
Nubia Air
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Nubia Air
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1224x2720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia Air
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Nubia Air and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Nubia Air by 79.8% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $917. Nubia Air is cheaper by $917.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (77/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Nubia Air are nearly equal (30/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Air notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (39/100 vs 23/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nubia Air is a bit better (85/100 vs 75/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Air significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (97/100 vs 34/100).
Which is better: the Nubia Air or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Nubia Air by 23 points (57/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia Air and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Nubia Air has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 57/100.
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Air or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (77/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Air over the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Nubia Air is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for active users.