Nubia Air vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Nubia Air (2025) runs on the Unisoc T8300, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $182 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 65/100 vs 34/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Air has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 639,225); the Nubia Air is noticeably lighter (172g vs 215g).
Nubia Air
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
- Lighter: 172g vs 215g
- Cheaper: $182 vs $1999
- Better design/ergonomics (85/100 vs 31/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 0/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 639225
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 2073
- Faster charging: 45W vs 33W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (45/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (40/100 vs 39/100)
Comparing the Nubia Air vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 31 points higher (65/100 vs 34/100). 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 29/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Air leads (97/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Nubia Air (45/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Nubia Air are nearly equal (40/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the Nubia Air significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (85/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Air significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (97/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Nubia Air | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T8300 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 639225 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 880 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2073 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1224x2720 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 164.2×76.6×6.7 mm | — | |
| Weight | 172 g | 215 g | |
| Price | $182 | $1999 |
Nubia Air
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Nubia Air
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1224x2720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia Air
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Nubia Air and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Nubia Air by 83.8% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1817. Nubia Air is cheaper by $1817.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (92/100 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 Fold8 notably outperforms the Nubia Air (45/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Nubia Air are nearly equal (40/100 vs 39/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nubia Air significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (85/100 vs 31/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Air significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (97/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Nubia Air or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Nubia Air by 31 points (65/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia Air and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Nubia Air has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Air or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (45/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Air or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Air over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Nubia Air is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.