Redmi R70 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
The Redmi R70 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T8300, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $120 and $2199. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads — 78/100 vs 39/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi R70 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,453,998 vs 639,225); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi R70 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is thinner (4.1mm vs 8.2mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi R70
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
What makes Redmi R70 better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 210g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $2199
- Overall rating 39/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3453998 vs 639225
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2073
- Faster charging: 60W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (78/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi R70 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra scores 39 points higher (78/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (67/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (61/100 vs 51/100). Value score: Redmi R70 — 60/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 64/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 (96/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi R70 (78/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 (67/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi R70 (66/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi R70 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T8300 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 639225 | 3453998 | |
| Geekbench Single | 880 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2073 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16, HyperOS 3 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 171.6×79.5×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 210 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $2199 |
Camera comparison
Redmi R70
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Redmi R70
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi R70
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi R70 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads Redmi R70 by 81.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $2079. Redmi R70 was $2079 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 (96/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi R70 (78/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 (67/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi R70 (66/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi R70 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 by 39 points (78/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi R70 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Redmi R70 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 78/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi R70 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on camera score (67/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi R70 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Redmi R70 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users.