Redmi A3 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Redmi A3 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 72/100 vs 21/100 (a 51-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi A3 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 195,539); the Redmi A3 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 215g).
Redmi A3
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
- Lighter: 193g vs 215g
- Better portability (60/100 vs 44/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 195539
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 189
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 781
- Faster charging: 45W vs 10W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 11/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 44/100)
Comparing the Redmi A3 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 51 points higher (72/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (98/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (98/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (79/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (52/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi A3 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (60/100 vs 44/100).
| Specification | Redmi A3 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G36 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 195539 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 189 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 781 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 45 | — | |
| Main camera | — | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, MIUI | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 168.3×76.3×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 193 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1999 |
Redmi A3
- Main: —
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Redmi A3
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi A3
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Redmi A3 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Redmi A3 by 95.0% in our overall performance rating.
Redmi A3
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (98/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (79/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (50/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (52/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi A3 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (60/100 vs 44/100).
Which is better: the Redmi A3 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 by 51 points (72/100 vs 21/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi A3 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Redmi A3 has a MobileRank rating of 21/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 72/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi A3 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi A3 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (98/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the Redmi A3 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Redmi A3 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.