Redmi 12C vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Redmi 12C (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $120 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 65/100 vs 13/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 12C has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 346,495); the Redmi 12C is noticeably lighter (192g vs 215g).
Redmi 12C
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
- Lighter: 192g vs 215g
- Cheaper: $120 vs $1999
- Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 31/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 346495
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 420
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 1364
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (45/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (40/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Redmi 12C vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 52 points higher (65/100 vs 13/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (45/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12C leads (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (45/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Redmi 12C are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 12C notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (60/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12C significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (100/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Redmi 12C | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 346495 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 420 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1364 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | — | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 45 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×76.4×8.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 192 g | 215 g | |
| Price | $120 | $1999 |
Redmi 12C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Redmi 12C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 12C
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Redmi 12C and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Redmi 12C by 91.2% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1879. Redmi 12C is cheaper by $1879.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (92/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (45/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Redmi 12C are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi 12C notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (60/100 vs 31/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12C significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (100/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 12C or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C by 52 points (65/100 vs 13/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 12C and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Redmi 12C has a MobileRank rating of 13/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12C or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (45/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12C or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12C over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Redmi 12C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.