Realme C100 5G vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Realme C100 5G (2026) runs on the Dimensity 6300, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $210 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 73/100 vs 45/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C100 5G has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,382,020 vs 528,398); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C100 5G doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is noticeably lighter (201g vs 224g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C100 5G
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
What makes Realme C100 5G better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4800 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $210 vs $1999
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3382020 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1980
- Lighter: 201g vs 224g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C100 5G vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 28 points higher (73/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (50/100 vs 30/100). Value score: Realme C100 5G — 48/100, 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 significantly outperforms the Realme C100 5G (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Realme C100 5G (80/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Realme C100 5G (50/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C100 5G is a bit better (60/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Realme C100 5G (74/100 vs 36/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C100 5G | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 6300 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 3382020 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1570 | 1828x2448 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 / realme UI 7.0 | Android 17 / One UI 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 166.8×78.2×8.9 mm | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | |
| Weight | 224 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $210 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Realme C100 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Realme C100 5G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C100 5G
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme C100 5G and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Realme C100 5G by 84.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1789. Realme C100 5G was $1789 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Realme C100 5G (96/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Realme C100 5G (80/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Realme C100 5G (50/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme C100 5G is a bit better (60/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Realme C100 5G (74/100 vs 36/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C100 5G or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Realme C100 5G by 28 points (73/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C100 5G and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Realme C100 5G has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C100 5G or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C100 5G or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (96/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme C100 5G over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.