Nubia Z50 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Nubia Z50 Ultra (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. Both devices score the same overall rating of 73/100. Key differences: the Nubia Z50 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,382,020 vs 1,842,269); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is noticeably lighter (201g vs 228g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Z50 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
What makes Nubia Z50 Ultra better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (86/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3382020 vs 1842269
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5311
- Lighter: 201g vs 228g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 76/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
The Nubia Z50 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 received the same MobileRank rating — 73/100. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (96/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z50 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Nubia Z50 Ultra (96/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 80/100. In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (86/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50 Ultra (74/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia Z50 Ultra | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1842269 | 3382020 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1116x2480 | 1828x2448 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, MyOS 13 | Android 17 / One UI 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1500 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 163.9×76.3×8.3 mm | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | |
| Weight | 228 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Nubia Z50 Ultra
- Main: 64MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Nubia Z50 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1116x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia Z50 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia Z50 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Nubia Z50 Ultra by 45.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Nubia Z50 Ultra
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Nubia Z50 Ultra (96/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 80/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (86/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50 Ultra (74/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Z50 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
Both devices scored 73/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (96/100 vs 76/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia Z50 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Nubia Z50 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Z50 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Nubia Z50 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 50/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Z50 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (96/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Z50 Ultra over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Nubia Z50 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.