Redmi 7A vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8

The Redmi 7A (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 439, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $90 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 65/100 vs 11/100 (a 54-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 193,115); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 7A doesn't; the Redmi 7A is noticeably lighter (165g vs 215g).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 7A by 54 points (65/100 vs 11/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 7A
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 12
Design 93
Value for money 100
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Performance 92
Display 100
Camera 45
Battery 40
Design 31
Value for money 0
What makes Redmi 7A better?
  • Lighter: 165g vs 215g
  • Cheaper: $90 vs $1999

  • Better design/ergonomics (93/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 0/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 193115
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 199
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 795
  • Bigger battery: 4800 vs 4000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • 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 12/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 7A vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 54 points higher (65/100 vs 11/100). 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 "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (40/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 7A leads (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 7A (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 7A (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 7A (45/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Redmi 7A (40/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 7A significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (93/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 7A significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (100/100 vs 0/100).

Redmi 7A: The Redmi 7A is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 7A Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 193115 3942923
Geekbench Single 199 3640
Geekbench Multi 795 11033
Display 5.5" IPS LCD 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1968x2184
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4000 mAh 4800 mAh
Charging 45W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
Main camera 13 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 5 MP 10 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 16GB / 32GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8.5
NFC no yes
Protection IP48
Dimensions 146.3×70.4×9.6 mm
Weight 165 g 215 g
Price $90 $1999
Camera comparison
Redmi 7A
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 10MP
45
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 7A
  • 5.5" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 1968x2184
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 7A
  • 4000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
40
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi 7A and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi 7A Qualcomm Snapdragon 439
11/100
193115 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
65/100 +95.1%
3942923 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Redmi 7A by 95.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 7A
$90
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
$1999

Price difference: $1909. Redmi 7A is cheaper by $1909.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 7A (92/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 7A (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 7A (45/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Redmi 7A (40/100 vs 12/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi 7A significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (93/100 vs 31/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 7A significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (100/100 vs 0/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 7A or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 7A by 54 points (65/100 vs 11/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi 7A and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Redmi 7A has a MobileRank rating of 11/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 65/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 7A 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 7A or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi 7A over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Redmi 7A is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.