Redmi 4A vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
The Redmi 4A (2016) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 425, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600; launch prices were $100 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads — 66/100 vs 17/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has the bigger battery (4300 mAh vs 3120); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,113,347 vs 180,934); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 4A doesn't; the Redmi 4A is noticeably lighter (131g vs 180g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 4A
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
What makes Redmi 4A better?
- Lighter: 131g vs 180g
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $1099
- Overall rating 17/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3113347 vs 180934
- Better Geekbench Single: 3235 vs 130
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10904 vs 488
- Bigger battery: 4300 vs 3120 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 78/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 4A vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 scores 49 points higher (66/100 vs 17/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (93/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (35/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (37/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Redmi 4A — 22/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 42/100; 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 Flip8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4A (93/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4A (80/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Redmi 4A (35/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Redmi 4A (37/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Redmi 4A are nearly equal (80/100 vs 78/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 4A | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 | Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 180934 | 3113347 | |
| Geekbench Single | 130 | 3235 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 488 | 10904 | |
| Display | 5.0" IPS LCD | 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3120 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 16GB / 32GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 139.9×70.4×8.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 131 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $100 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 4A
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Redmi 4A
- 5.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 4A
- 3120 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 4A and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Redmi 4A by 94.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $999. Redmi 4A was $999 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4A (93/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4A (80/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Redmi 4A (35/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Redmi 4A (37/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Redmi 4A are nearly equal (80/100 vs 78/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 4A or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4A by 49 points (66/100 vs 17/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 4A and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Redmi 4A has a MobileRank rating of 17/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 4A or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 4A or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (93/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 4A over the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.