OnePlus 9 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
The OnePlus 9 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600; launch prices were $729 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads — 66/100 vs 60/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 9 has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 1,135,878).
OnePlus 9
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $729 vs $1099
- Better camera (51/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (50/100 vs 37/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 3271 vs 1488
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11051 vs 3373
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 180g vs 192g
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 64/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 56/100)
Comparing the OnePlus 9 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 scores 6 points higher (66/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (94/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 9 leads (51/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 9 leads (50/100 vs 37/100). Value score: OnePlus 9 — 32/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 44/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9 (94/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 80/100. In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 9 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (51/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 9 is a bit better (50/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the OnePlus 9 (80/100 vs 56/100).
| Specification | OnePlus 9 | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 1135878 | 3161830 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1488 | 3271 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3373 | 11051 | |
| Display | 6.5" AMOLED | 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 160.0×74.2×8.7 mm | — | |
| Weight | 192 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $729 | $1099 |
OnePlus 9
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
OnePlus 9
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus 9
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared OnePlus 9 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads OnePlus 9 by 64.1% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $370. OnePlus 9 was $370 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9 (94/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 80/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 9 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (51/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 9 is a bit better (50/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the OnePlus 9 (80/100 vs 56/100).
Which is better: the OnePlus 9 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 edges out the OnePlus 9 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus 9 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The OnePlus 9 has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 9 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The OnePlus 9 leads on camera score (51/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 9 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (94/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 9 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The OnePlus 9 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.