Redmi Note 10S vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8

The Redmi Note 10S (2021) runs on the MediaTek Helio G95, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $250 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 72/100 vs 45/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 10S has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 534,895); the Redmi Note 10S is noticeably lighter (179g vs 215g).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S by 27 points (72/100 vs 45/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 10S
Performance 41
Display 51
Camera 39
Battery 52
Portability 68
Value for money
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Performance 98
Display 79
Camera 50
Battery 52
Portability 44
Value for money
What makes Redmi Note 10S better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 179g vs 215g
  • Cheaper: $250 vs $1999

  • Better portability (68/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 534895
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 673
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 1881
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (98/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better camera (50/100 vs 39/100)
  • Better display (79/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Note 10S vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 27 points higher (72/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (98/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (50/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (98/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (79/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 52/100. In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10S notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (68/100 vs 44/100).

Redmi Note 10S: The Redmi Note 10S is a better fit for everyday use.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi Note 10S Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Processor MediaTek Helio G95 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 534895 3942923
Geekbench Single 673 3640
Geekbench Multi 1881 11033
Display 6.4" AMOLED 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1968x2184
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4800 mAh
Charging 45W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
Main camera 64 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 13 MP 10 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8.5
Brightness (peak) 1100 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP53 IP48
Dimensions 160.5×74.5×8.3 mm
Weight 179 g 215 g
Price $250 $1999
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 10S
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 13MP
39
camera
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 10MP
50
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Note 10S
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
51
display
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 1968x2184
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 10S
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
52
battery
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
52
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi Note 10S and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi Note 10S MediaTek Helio G95
45/100
534895 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
72/100 +86.4%
3942923 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Redmi Note 10S by 86.4% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi Note 10S
$250
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
$1999

Price difference: $1749. Redmi Note 10S is cheaper by $1749.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (98/100 vs 41/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (79/100 vs 51/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 39/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 52/100.

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10S notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (68/100 vs 44/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 10S or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S by 27 points (72/100 vs 45/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi Note 10S and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Redmi Note 10S has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 72/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 10S or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 39/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 10S or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (98/100 vs 41/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Note 10S over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Redmi Note 10S is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.