Realme P4 Lite vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Realme P4 Lite (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $130 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 73/100 vs 40/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Realme P4 Lite has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,382,020 vs 528,398); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme P4 Lite doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is thinner (4.5mm vs 8.4mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme P4 Lite
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
What makes Realme P4 Lite better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4800 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $1999
- Longer battery life (55/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3382020 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1980
- Faster charging: 45W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 201g vs 212g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme P4 Lite vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 33 points higher (73/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (50/100 vs 10/100). Value score: Realme P4 Lite — 60/100, 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 significantly outperforms the Realme P4 Lite (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Realme P4 Lite (80/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Realme P4 Lite (50/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme P4 Lite and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (55/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Realme P4 Lite (74/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme P4 Lite | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 3382020 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1570 | 1828x2448 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16, up to 2 major Android upgrades, Realme UI 7.0 | Android 17 / One UI 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 166.3×78.1×8.4 mm | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | |
| Weight | 212 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $130 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Realme P4 Lite
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Realme P4 Lite
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- 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 P4 Lite
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme P4 Lite and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Realme P4 Lite by 84.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1869. Realme P4 Lite was $1869 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Realme P4 Lite (96/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Realme P4 Lite (80/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Realme P4 Lite (50/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme P4 Lite and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (55/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Realme P4 Lite (74/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme P4 Lite or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Realme P4 Lite by 33 points (73/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the Realme P4 Lite and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Realme P4 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme P4 Lite or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme P4 Lite or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (96/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme P4 Lite over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.