Poco F8 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
The Poco F8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $499 and $2199. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads — 78/100 vs 74/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,453,998 vs 3,126,402).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F8
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
What makes Poco F8 better?
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 60W
- Lighter: 205g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $2199
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 61/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 78/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3453998 vs 3126402
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 9287
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F8 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra scores 4 points higher (78/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (67/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 leads (86/100 vs 61/100). Value score: Poco F8 — 70/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 64/100; 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 Ultra is a bit better (96/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F8 is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco F8 (67/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (86/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a bit better (66/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F8 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3126402 | 3453998 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.6" OLED | 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Weight | 205 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $2199 |
Camera comparison
Poco F8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Poco F8
- 6.6" OLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco F8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F8 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads Poco F8 by 9.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1700. Poco F8 was $1700 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a bit better (96/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F8 is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco F8 (67/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (86/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a bit better (66/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra edges out the Poco F8 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco F8 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Poco F8 has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 78/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on camera score (67/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco F8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Poco F8 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Poco F8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users.