Redmi 4A vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Redmi 4A (2016) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 425, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $100 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 73/100 vs 17/100 (a 56-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 3120); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,382,020 vs 180,934); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 4A doesn't; the Redmi 4A is noticeably lighter (131g vs 201g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 4A
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
What makes Redmi 4A better?
- Lighter: 131g vs 201g
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $1999
- Better portability (78/100 vs 74/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3382020 vs 180934
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 130
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 488
- Bigger battery: 4800 vs 3120 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 4A vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 56 points higher (73/100 vs 17/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (50/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (52/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Redmi 4A — 22/100, 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 Redmi 4A (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4A (80/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4A (50/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4A (52/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 4A and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (78/100 vs 74/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 4A | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 180934 | 3382020 | |
| Geekbench Single | 130 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 488 | 11047 | |
| Display | 5.0" IPS LCD | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | — | 1828x2448 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3120 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 16GB / 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 17 / One UI 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 139.9×70.4×8.5 mm | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | |
| Weight | 131 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $100 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 4A
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Redmi 4A
- 5.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 4A
- 3120 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 4A and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Redmi 4A by 94.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1899. Redmi 4A was $1899 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4A (96/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4A (80/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4A (50/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4A (52/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 4A and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (78/100 vs 74/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 4A or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4A by 56 points (73/100 vs 17/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 4A and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Redmi 4A has a MobileRank rating of 17/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 4A 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 Redmi 4A or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (96/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 4A over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.