Realme Neo8 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $429 and $2199. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads — 78/100 vs 77/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 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 3,222,272); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is thinner (4.1mm vs 8.3mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 60W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $429 vs $2199
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 61/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 78/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3453998 vs 3222272
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 9119
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra scores 1 points higher (78/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (67/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 61/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, 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 is a bit better (96/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (94/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a bit better (67/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (71/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (66/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 3453998 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 215 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $2199 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads Realme Neo8 by 6.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1770. Realme Neo8 was $1770 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a bit better (96/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (94/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a bit better (67/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (71/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (66/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra edges out the Realme Neo8 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 78/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on camera score (67/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users.