Realme GT7 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Realme GT7 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $420 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT7 leads — 77/100 vs 70/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT7 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (2,814,251 vs 2,415,876).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT7
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
What makes Realme GT7 better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 45W
- Lighter: 206g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $420 vs $1999
- Better camera (61/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (53/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2814251 vs 2415876
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2233
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 7478
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT7 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Realme GT7 scores 7 points higher (77/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 leads (61/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 leads (90/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Realme GT7 — 80/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 48/100; 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 (93/100 vs 84/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (61/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (90/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (53/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT7 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2415876 | 2814251 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2233 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7478 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2780x1264 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Weight | 206 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $420 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT7
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Realme GT7
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT7 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Realme GT7 by 14.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1579. Realme GT7 was $1579 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (93/100 vs 84/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (61/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (90/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (53/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT7 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Realme GT7 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 GT7 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Realme GT7 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT7 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Realme GT7 leads on camera score (61/100 vs 50/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT7 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (93/100 vs 84/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT7 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Realme GT7 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.