Nubia Z50S Pro vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Nubia Z50S Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $662 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 65/100 vs 37/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z50S Pro has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 4800).
Nubia Z50S Pro
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Bigger battery: 5100 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
- Cheaper: $662 vs $1999
- Better camera (51/100 vs 45/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 40/100)
- Better value for money (64/100 vs 0/100)
- Lighter: 215g vs 228g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (31/100 vs 15/100)
Comparing the Nubia Z50S Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 28 points higher (65/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro leads (54/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro leads (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro is a bit better (51/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (31/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (64/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Nubia Z50S Pro | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, MyOS 13 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 163.9×76.3×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 228 g | 215 g | |
| Price | $662 | $1999 |
Nubia Z50S Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Nubia Z50S Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia Z50S Pro
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Price difference: $1337. Nubia Z50S Pro is cheaper by $1337.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (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 Nubia Z50S Pro is a bit better (51/100 vs 45/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 40/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (31/100 vs 15/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (64/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Nubia Z50S Pro or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro by 28 points (65/100 vs 37/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia Z50S Pro and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Nubia Z50S Pro has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Z50S Pro or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Nubia Z50S Pro leads on camera score (51/100 vs 45/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Z50S Pro or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Z50S Pro over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Nubia Z50S Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.