Samsung Galaxy A13 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy A13 (2022) runs on the Samsung Exynos 850, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $200 and $2199. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads — 79/100 vs 30/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 234,339); the Samsung Galaxy A13 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 215g).
Samsung Galaxy A13
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- Lighter: 195g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $2199
- Overall rating 30/100
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 234339
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 300
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 836
- Faster charging: 60W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 16/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (78/100 vs 42/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 53/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A13 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra scores 49 points higher (79/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (98/100 vs 16/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (67/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (61/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A13 — 22/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 62/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A13 (98/100 vs 16/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A13 (78/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A13 (67/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A13 (61/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a bit better (66/100 vs 53/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A13 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 850 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 234339 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 300 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 836 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2408 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, One UI 4.1 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 165.1×76.4×8.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 195 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $2199 |
Samsung Galaxy A13
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Samsung Galaxy A13
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A13
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
We compared Samsung Galaxy A13 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy A13 by 94.1% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $1999. Samsung Galaxy A13 was $1999 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A13 (98/100 vs 16/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A13 (78/100 vs 42/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A13 (67/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A13 (61/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a bit better (66/100 vs 53/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A13 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A13 by 49 points (79/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A13 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A13 has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 79/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A13 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on camera score (67/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A13 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on performance (98/100 vs 16/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A13 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A13 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users.