OnePlus 9 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The OnePlus 9 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $729 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 73/100 vs 60/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,382,020 vs 1,157,244); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is thinner (4.5mm vs 8.7mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 9
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
What makes OnePlus 9 better?
- Faster charging: 65W vs 45W
- Lighter: 192g vs 201g
- Cheaper at launch: $729 vs $1999
- Better camera (51/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3382020 vs 1157244
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 4800 vs 4500 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 50/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 9 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 13 points higher (73/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (96/100 vs 64/100). Value score: OnePlus 9 — 34/100, 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 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9 (96/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 80/100. In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 9 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (51/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the OnePlus 9 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the OnePlus 9 (74/100 vs 56/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 9 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1157244 | 3382020 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.5" AMOLED | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1828x2448 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 17 / One UI 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 160.0×74.2×8.7 mm | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $729 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 9
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 9
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- 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 9
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 9 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads OnePlus 9 by 65.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1270. OnePlus 9 was $1270 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9 (96/100 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 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (51/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the OnePlus 9 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the OnePlus 9 (74/100 vs 56/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 9 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is noticeably better than the OnePlus 9 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the OnePlus 9 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The OnePlus 9 has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 73/100.
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 9 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (96/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 9 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The OnePlus 9 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.