Poco F6 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Poco F6 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $290 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 73/100 vs 63/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F6 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,382,020 vs 1,784,363); the Poco F6 is noticeably lighter (179g vs 201g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F6
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
What makes Poco F6 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Lighter: 179g vs 201g
- Cheaper at launch: $290 vs $1999
- Longer battery life (58/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3382020 vs 1784363
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1930
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5017
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 72/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F6 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 10 points higher (73/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (96/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (50/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Poco F6 — 66/100, 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 notably outperforms the Poco F6 (96/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F6 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F6 is a bit better (58/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Poco F6 are nearly equal (74/100 vs 72/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F6 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1784363 | 3382020 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1930 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5017 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 1828x2448 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 / HyperOS | Android 17 / One UI 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2400 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 160.5×74.5×8.0 mm | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $290 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Poco F6
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Poco F6
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco F6
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F6 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Poco F6 by 47.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1709. Poco F6 was $1709 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Poco F6 (96/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F6 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F6 is a bit better (58/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Poco F6 are nearly equal (74/100 vs 72/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F6 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is noticeably better than the Poco F6 — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Poco F6 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Poco F6 has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F6 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco F6 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (96/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Poco F6 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Poco F6 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.