OnePlus 13 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
The OnePlus 13 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $899 and $2199. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 13 leads — 84/100 vs 78/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 13 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,453,998 vs 3,145,582); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is thinner (4.1mm vs 8.5mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 13
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
What makes OnePlus 13 better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 60W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Lighter: 213g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $899 vs $2199
- Better camera (78/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 61/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 78/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3453998 vs 3145582
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3050
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 9700
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 92/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 13 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, the OnePlus 13 scores 6 points higher (84/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (78/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (83/100 vs 61/100). Value score: OnePlus 13 — 80/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 64/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and the OnePlus 13 are nearly equal (96/100 vs 92/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 is a bit better (89/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 is a bit better (78/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (83/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus 13 (66/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 13 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3145582 | 3453998 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9700 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 3168x1440 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / OxygenOS 15 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.5×8.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 213 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $2199 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 13
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:42 hrs, total 31:17 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 13 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads OnePlus 13 by 8.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1300. OnePlus 13 was $1300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and the OnePlus 13 are nearly equal (96/100 vs 92/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 is a bit better (89/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 is a bit better (78/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (83/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus 13 (66/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 13 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The OnePlus 13 edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus 13 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The OnePlus 13 has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 78/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 13 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The OnePlus 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 67/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 13 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The OnePlus 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users.