Redmi Note 8 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8

The Redmi Note 8 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 665, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $180 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 65/100 vs 17/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 329,457); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 8 doesn't; the Redmi Note 8 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 215g).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 by 48 points (65/100 vs 17/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 8
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 28
Battery 12
Design 62
Value for money 97
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Performance 92
Display 100
Camera 45
Battery 40
Design 31
Value for money 0
What makes Redmi Note 8 better?
  • Lighter: 190g vs 215g
  • Cheaper: $180 vs $1999

  • Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better value for money (97/100 vs 0/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 329457
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 321
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 1128
  • Bigger battery: 4800 vs 4000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (45/100 vs 28/100)
  • Longer battery life (40/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Note 8 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 48 points higher (65/100 vs 17/100). 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 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (40/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 8 leads (97/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (45/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (40/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (62/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (97/100 vs 0/100).

Redmi Note 8: The Redmi Note 8 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 Note 8 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 329457 3942923
Geekbench Single 321 3640
Geekbench Multi 1128 11033
Display 6.3" IPS LCD 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 2340x1080 1968x2184
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4000 mAh 4800 mAh
Charging 18W 45W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 50 MP
Front camera 13 MP 10 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB / 6GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 9 Android 16 / One UI 8.5
NFC no yes
Protection IP48
Dimensions 158.3×75.3×8.4 mm
Weight 190 g 215 g
Price $180 $1999
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 8
  • Main: 48MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 13MP
28
camera
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 10MP
45
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Note 8
  • 6.3" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • 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 Note 8
  • 4000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
40
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi Note 8 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi Note 8 Qualcomm Snapdragon 665
17/100
329457 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
65/100 +91.6%
3942923 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Redmi Note 8 by 91.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi Note 8
$180
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
$1999

Price difference: $1819. Redmi Note 8 is cheaper by $1819.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (92/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (45/100 vs 28/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (40/100 vs 12/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (62/100 vs 31/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (97/100 vs 0/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 by 48 points (65/100 vs 17/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi Note 8 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Redmi Note 8 has a MobileRank rating of 17/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 65/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (45/100 vs 28/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

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

Should you choose the Redmi Note 8 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Redmi Note 8 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.