Samsung Galaxy M17e vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Samsung Galaxy M17e (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $140 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 73/100 vs 43/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy M17e has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,382,020 vs 528,398); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy M17e doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is thinner (4.5mm vs 8.2mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M17e
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
What makes Samsung Galaxy M17e better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4800 mAh
- Lighter: 199g vs 201g
- Cheaper at launch: $140 vs $1999
- Overall rating 43/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3382020 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1980
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M17e vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 30 points higher (73/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (50/100 vs 30/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy M17e — 62/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 54/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (80/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (50/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 52/100. In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (74/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M17e | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 3382020 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" PLS LCD | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1828x2448 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 8 | Android 17 / One UI 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 167.4×77.4×8.2 mm | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $140 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- 6.7" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy M17e and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Samsung Galaxy M17e by 84.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1859. Samsung Galaxy M17e was $1859 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (96/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (80/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (50/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 52/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (74/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M17e or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e by 30 points (73/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M17e and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy M17e has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M17e or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy M17e or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (96/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M17e over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.