Poco M3 Pro 5G vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Poco M3 Pro 5G (2021) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $200 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 72/100 vs 43/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Poco M3 Pro 5G has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 515,647); the Poco M3 Pro 5G is noticeably lighter (190g vs 215g).
Poco M3 Pro 5G
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
- Lighter: 190g vs 215g
- Cheaper: $200 vs $1999
- Better portability (69/100 vs 44/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 515647
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 688
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 1794
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 54/100)
Comparing the Poco M3 Pro 5G vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 29 points higher (72/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (98/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (50/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (98/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (79/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (50/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Poco M3 Pro 5G are nearly equal (52/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M3 Pro 5G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (69/100 vs 44/100).
| Specification | Poco M3 Pro 5G | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 700 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 515647 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 688 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1794 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Weight | 190 g | 215 g | |
| Price | $200 | $1999 |
Poco M3 Pro 5G
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Poco M3 Pro 5G
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco M3 Pro 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Poco M3 Pro 5G and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Poco M3 Pro 5G by 86.9% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1799. Poco M3 Pro 5G is cheaper by $1799.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (98/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (79/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (50/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Poco M3 Pro 5G are nearly equal (52/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M3 Pro 5G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (69/100 vs 44/100).
Which is better: the Poco M3 Pro 5G or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G by 29 points (72/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M3 Pro 5G and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Poco M3 Pro 5G has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 72/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M3 Pro 5G or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M3 Pro 5G or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (98/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Poco M3 Pro 5G over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Poco M3 Pro 5G is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.