Realme C71 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Realme C71 (2025) runs on the Unisoc T7250, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $146 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 65/100 vs 33/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C71 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 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
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4800 mAh
- Lighter: 196g vs 215g
- Cheaper: $146 vs $1999
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 40/100)
- 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
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (45/100 vs 24/100)
Comparing the Realme C71 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 32 points higher (65/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (45/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C71 leads (51/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme C71 leads (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 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 notably outperforms the Realme C71 (45/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C71 is a bit better (51/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, the Realme C71 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (55/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme C71 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (100/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Realme C71 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T7250 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 310000 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 600 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1800 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 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 / 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 | $1999 |
Realme C71
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Realme C71
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme C71
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Realme C71 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Realme C71 by 92.1% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1853. Realme C71 is cheaper by $1853.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 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 notably outperforms the Realme C71 (45/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme C71 is a bit better (51/100 vs 40/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme C71 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (55/100 vs 31/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme C71 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (100/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Realme C71 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Realme C71 by 32 points (65/100 vs 33/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C71 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Realme C71 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C71 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (45/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C71 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme C71 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Realme C71 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.