Realme C83 5G vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
The Realme C83 5G (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $130 and $2199. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads — 78/100 vs 47/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C83 5G 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 (3,453,998 vs 581,041); the Realme C83 5G is noticeably lighter (198g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C83 5G
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
What makes Realme C83 5G better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 198g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $2199
- Overall rating 47/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3453998 vs 581041
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 803
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2047
- Faster charging: 60W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 45/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (78/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C83 5G vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra scores 31 points higher (78/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 45/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (67/100 vs 30/100). Value score: Realme C83 5G — 74/100, 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 significantly outperforms the Realme C83 5G (96/100 vs 45/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme C83 5G (67/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and the Realme C83 5G are nearly equal (61/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a bit better (66/100 vs 61/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C83 5G | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 581041 | 3453998 | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Weight | 198 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $130 | $2199 |
Camera comparison
Realme C83 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Realme C83 5G
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- 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
Realme C83 5G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme C83 5G and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads Realme C83 5G by 83.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $2069. Realme C83 5G was $2069 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme C83 5G (96/100 vs 45/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme C83 5G (67/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and the Realme C83 5G are nearly equal (61/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a bit better (66/100 vs 61/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C83 5G or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme C83 5G by 31 points (78/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C83 5G and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Realme C83 5G has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 78/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C83 5G or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on camera score (67/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C83 5G or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 45/100).
Should you choose the Realme C83 5G over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users.