Poco F8 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Poco F8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $529 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F8 Pro leads — 79/100 vs 70/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F8 Pro has the bigger battery (6210 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco F8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,024,818 vs 2,814,251); the Poco F8 Pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F8 Pro
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
What makes Poco F8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3024818 vs 2814251
- Bigger battery: 6210 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 199g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $529 vs $1999
- Better camera (70/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 9287
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 91/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F8 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Poco F8 Pro scores 9 points higher (79/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Pro leads (70/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Poco F8 Pro — 78/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 48/100; 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 and the Poco F8 Pro are nearly equal (93/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (70/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (68/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco F8 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (60/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F8 Pro | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3024818 | 2814251 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6210 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 199 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $529 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Poco F8 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Poco F8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco F8 Pro
- 6210 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:55 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F8 Pro and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F8 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 by 7.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1470. Poco F8 Pro was $1470 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Poco F8 Pro are nearly equal (93/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (70/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (68/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco F8 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (60/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F8 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Poco F8 Pro edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco F8 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Poco F8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F8 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Poco F8 Pro leads on camera score (70/100 vs 50/100).
Should you choose the Poco F8 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Poco F8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.