Realme GT 8 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $350 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 73/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,382,020 vs 3,126,402).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 8
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $1999
- Better camera (56/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3382020 vs 3126402
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 9287
- Lighter: 201g vs 209g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 91/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT 8 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Realme GT 8 scores 7 points higher (80/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (85/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Realme GT 8 — 94/100, 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 is a bit better (96/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (98/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (85/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 (74/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT 8 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3126402 | 3382020 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1440x3136 | 1828x2448 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 / One UI 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | — | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- 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 GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT 8 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Realme GT 8 by 7.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1649. Realme GT 8 was $1649 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (96/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (98/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (85/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 (74/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Realme GT 8 edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Realme GT 8 has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Realme GT 8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 50/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT 8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (96/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.