Redmi A5 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Redmi A5 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36, 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 — 72/100 vs 25/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi A5 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 195,539); the Redmi A5 is noticeably lighter (196g vs 215g).
Redmi A5
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
- Lighter: 196g vs 215g
- Cheaper: $90 vs $1999
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 52/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 44/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 195539
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 189
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 781
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 11/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 32/100)
Comparing the Redmi A5 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 47 points higher (72/100 vs 25/100). 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 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi A5 leads (66/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (98/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (79/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (50/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi A5 is a bit better (66/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi A5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (64/100 vs 44/100).
| Specification | Redmi A5 | 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 | 6.9" IPS LCD | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | — | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 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 / 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Weight | 196 g | 215 g | |
| Price | $90 | $1999 |
Redmi A5
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Redmi A5
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi A5
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Redmi A5 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Redmi A5 by 95.0% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1909. Redmi A5 is cheaper by $1909.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (98/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (79/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (50/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi A5 is a bit better (66/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi A5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (64/100 vs 44/100).
Which is better: the Redmi A5 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 by 47 points (72/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi A5 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Redmi A5 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 72/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi A5 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 A5 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (98/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the Redmi A5 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Redmi A5 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.