Realme C71 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
The Realme C71 (2025) runs on the Unisoc T7250, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $146 and $2199. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads — 71/100 vs 33/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C71 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 310,000); the Realme C71 is noticeably lighter (196g vs 215g).
Realme C71
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 196g vs 215g
- Cheaper: $146 vs $2199
- Better design/ergonomics (55/100 vs 31/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 310000
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 600
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 1800
- Faster charging: 60W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (64/100 vs 24/100)
Comparing the Realme C71 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra scores 38 points higher (71/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (64/100 vs 24/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme C71 leads (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme C71 (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme C71 (64/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 51/100. In the "design" category, the Realme C71 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (55/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme C71 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (100/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Realme C71 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T7250 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 310000 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 600 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1800 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 725 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 165.8×75.9×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 196 g | 215 g | |
| Price | $146 | $2199 |
Realme C71
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Realme C71
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme C71
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
We compared Realme C71 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads Realme C71 by 92.1% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $2053. Realme C71 is cheaper by $2053.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme C71 (92/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme C71 (64/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 51/100.
design
In the "design" category, the Realme C71 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (55/100 vs 31/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme C71 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (100/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Realme C71 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme C71 by 38 points (71/100 vs 33/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C71 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Realme C71 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C71 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on camera score (64/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C71 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme C71 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Realme C71 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users.