Redmi A1 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8

The Redmi A1 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio A22, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600; estimated prices are $100 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads — 57/100 vs 13/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi A1 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 155,362); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi A1 doesn't.

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Redmi A1 by 44 points (57/100 vs 13/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A1
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 60
Value for money 100
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
Performance 77
Display 100
Camera 30
Battery 23
Design 75
Value for money 34
What makes Redmi A1 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
  • Cheaper: $100 vs $1099

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 23/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 34/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 155362
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3271 vs 300
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11051 vs 486
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
  • Lighter: 180g vs 192g

  • Higher performance (77/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (30/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi A1 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 scores 44 points higher (57/100 vs 13/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (77/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi A1 leads (36/100 vs 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A1 leads (100/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Redmi A1 (77/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Redmi A1 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Redmi A1 (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi A1 is a bit better (36/100 vs 23/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Redmi A1 (75/100 vs 60/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A1 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (100/100 vs 34/100).

Redmi A1: The Redmi A1 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8: The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi A1 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
Processor MediaTek Helio A22 Exynos 2600
AnTuTu 155362 3161830
Geekbench Single 300 3271
Geekbench Multi 486 11051
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 720x1600 1080x2520
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4300 mAh
Charging 25W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
Main camera 8 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 12 MP
Front camera 5 MP 10 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB 12GB
Storage 32GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 12 (Go edition), MIUI 12 Android 16 / One UI 8.5
Brightness (peak) 400 nits 2600 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP48
Dimensions 164.9×76.8×9.1 mm
Weight 192 g 180 g
Price $100 $1099
Camera comparison
Redmi A1
  • Main: 8MP f/f/2.0
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
30
camera
Display comparison
Redmi A1
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
  • 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 1080x2520
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi A1
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
  • 4300 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
23
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi A1 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi A1 MediaTek Helio A22
13/100
155362 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 Exynos 2600
57/100 +95.1%
3161830 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Redmi A1 by 95.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi A1
$100
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
$1099

Price difference: $999. Redmi A1 is cheaper by $999.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Redmi A1 (77/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Redmi A1 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Redmi A1 (30/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi A1 is a bit better (36/100 vs 23/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Redmi A1 (75/100 vs 60/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A1 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (100/100 vs 34/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi A1 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Redmi A1 by 44 points (57/100 vs 13/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi A1 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Redmi A1 has a MobileRank rating of 13/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 57/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi A1 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on camera score (30/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi A1 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (77/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi A1 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Redmi A1 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for active users.