Poco C81 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
The Poco C81 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7250, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600; launch prices were $125 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads — 66/100 vs 34/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Poco C81 has the bigger battery (6300 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Poco C81 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 208g).
Poco C81
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Bigger battery: 6300 vs 4300 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $125 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 37/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 3271 vs 600
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11051 vs 1800
- Faster charging: 25W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 180g vs 208g
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 52/100)
Comparing the Poco C81 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 scores 32 points higher (66/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (35/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco C81 leads (52/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Poco C81 — 50/100, 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 Poco C81 (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Poco C81 (80/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Poco C81 (35/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco C81 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (52/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Poco C81 (80/100 vs 52/100).
| Specification | Poco C81 | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T7250 | Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3113347 | |
| Geekbench Single | 600 | 3271 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1800 | 11051 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6300 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 171.6×79.5×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 208 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $125 | $1099 |
Poco C81
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Poco C81
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco C81
- 6300 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Launch price difference: $974. Poco C81 was $974 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Poco C81 (94/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Poco C81 (80/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Poco C81 (35/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco C81 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (52/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Poco C81 (80/100 vs 52/100).
Which is better: the Poco C81 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Poco C81 by 32 points (66/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Poco C81 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Poco C81 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco C81 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco C81 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (94/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Poco C81 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Poco C81 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.