Redmi 12 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra

The Redmi 12 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $150 and $2199. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads — 79/100 vs 39/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 362,744); the Redmi 12 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 215g).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 by 40 points (79/100 vs 39/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12
Performance 29
Display 48
Camera 30
Battery 66
Portability 61
Value for money 54
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Performance 98
Display 78
Camera 67
Battery 61
Portability 66
Value for money 62
What makes Redmi 12 better?
  • Lighter: 198g vs 215g
  • Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $2199

  • Longer battery life (66/100 vs 61/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 362744
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 430
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 1375
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (98/100 vs 29/100)
  • Better camera (67/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better display (78/100 vs 48/100)
  • Better portability (66/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 12 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra scores 40 points higher (79/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (98/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (67/100 vs 30/100). Value score: Redmi 12 — 54/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 62/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (98/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (78/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (67/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 is a bit better (66/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a bit better (66/100 vs 61/100).

Redmi 12: The Redmi 12 is a better fit for everyday use.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 12 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Processor MediaTek Helio G88 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 362744 3942923
Geekbench Single 430 3640
Geekbench Multi 1375 11033
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1968x2184
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 60W
Wireless charging 25W
Main camera 50 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 10 MP
Front camera 8 MP 10 MP
RAM 4GB / 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8.5
NFC yes
Protection IP48
Weight 198 g 215 g
Launch price $150 $2199
Camera comparison
Redmi 12
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 10MP
67
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 12
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
48
display
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
  • 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 1968x2184
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
78
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 12
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wireless charging: no data
66
battery
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 60W
  • Wireless: 25W
61
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi 12 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi 12 MediaTek Helio G88
39/100
362744 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
79/100 +90.8%
3942923 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads Redmi 12 by 90.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi 12
$150
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
$2199

Launch price difference: $2049. Redmi 12 was $2049 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (98/100 vs 29/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (78/100 vs 48/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (67/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 is a bit better (66/100 vs 61/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a bit better (66/100 vs 61/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 12 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 by 40 points (79/100 vs 39/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi 12 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?

The Redmi 12 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 79/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on camera score (67/100 vs 30/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on performance (98/100 vs 29/100).

Should you choose the Redmi 12 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?

The Redmi 12 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users.