Samsung Galaxy A08 vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Samsung Galaxy A08 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 41/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 554,590); the Xiaomi 18 Fold has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A08 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A08
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Samsung Galaxy A08 better?
- Overall rating 41/100
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 554590
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 2047
- Faster charging: 67W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A08 vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 45 points higher (86/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A08 (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A08 (79/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A08 (85/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A08 (75/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A08 | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 554590 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.7" PLS LCD | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16, up to 6 major OS updates, One UI | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | — | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | — | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A08
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A08
- 6.7" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A08
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A08 and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Samsung Galaxy A08 by 89.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy A08
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A08 (99/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A08 (79/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A08 (85/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A08 (75/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A08 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A08 by 45 points (86/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A08 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Samsung Galaxy A08 has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A08 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A08 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A08 over the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.