Realme Neo7 SE vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Realme Neo7 SE (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8400 Max, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $260 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 73/100 vs 64/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo7 SE has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,382,020 vs 2,081,324); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is thinner (4.5mm vs 8.6mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo7 SE
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
What makes Realme Neo7 SE better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
- Cheaper at launch: $260 vs $1999
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3382020 vs 2081324
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1579
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 6100
- Lighter: 201g vs 212g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 77/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo7 SE vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 9 points higher (73/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (96/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (50/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 SE leads (68/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Realme Neo7 SE — 76/100, 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 notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 SE (96/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7 SE and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 SE (50/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 SE notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (68/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 SE (74/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo7 SE | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 8400 Max | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2081324 | 3382020 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1579 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6100 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 1828x2448 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 / One UI 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 162.5×76.3×8.6 mm | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | |
| Weight | 212 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $260 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo7 SE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo7 SE
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo7 SE
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo7 SE and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Realme Neo7 SE by 38.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1739. Realme Neo7 SE was $1739 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 SE (96/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7 SE and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 SE (50/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 SE notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (68/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 SE (74/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo7 SE or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 edges out the Realme Neo7 SE by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme Neo7 SE and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Realme Neo7 SE has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo7 SE 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 Neo7 SE or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (96/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo7 SE over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Realme Neo7 SE is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.