Realme GT5 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Realme GT5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 73/100 vs 65/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT5 has the bigger battery (5240 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,382,020 vs 1,700,000); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is thinner (4.5mm vs 8.9mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT5
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
What makes Realme GT5 better?
- Bigger battery: 5240 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 150W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Longer battery life (69/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3382020 vs 1700000
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5311
- Lighter: 201g vs 205g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT5 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 8 points higher (73/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (96/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (50/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT5 leads (69/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Realme GT5 (96/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT5 is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Realme GT5 (50/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (69/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Realme GT5 (74/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT5 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1700000 | 3382020 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1240x2772 | 1828x2448 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5240 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 150W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, Realme UI 4.0 | Android 17 / One UI 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1400 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 163.1×75.4×8.9 mm | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT5
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Realme GT5
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1240x2772
- 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 GT5
- 5240 mAh
- Wired: 150W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT5 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Realme GT5 by 49.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme GT5
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Realme GT5 (96/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT5 is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Realme GT5 (50/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (69/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Realme GT5 (74/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT5 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 edges out the Realme GT5 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme GT5 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Realme GT5 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT5 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT5 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (96/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT5 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Realme GT5 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.