OnePlus 15 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The OnePlus 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $799 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 15 leads — 86/100 vs 73/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 15 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4800); the OnePlus 15 is faster in AnTuTu (4,008,294 vs 3,382,020); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is thinner (4.5mm vs 8.1mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 15
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
What makes OnePlus 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4008294 vs 3382020
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 45W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1999
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 96/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Lighter: 201g vs 213g
- Better portability (74/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 15 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the OnePlus 15 scores 13 points higher (86/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (78/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (89/100 vs 52/100). Value score: OnePlus 15 — 86/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 54/100; 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 OnePlus 15 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (98/100 vs 96/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (78/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (89/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the OnePlus 15 (74/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 15 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 4008294 | 3382020 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1828x2448 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16, OxygenOS 16 (Global), ColorOS 16 (China) | Android 17 / One UI 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 161.4×76.7×8.1 mm | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 15
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 15 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 15 leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 by 18.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1200. OnePlus 15 was $1200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (98/100 vs 96/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (78/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (89/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the OnePlus 15 (74/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 15 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The OnePlus 15 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the OnePlus 15 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The OnePlus 15 has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 15 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The OnePlus 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 50/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 15 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The OnePlus 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.