Samsung Galaxy M21 2021 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy M21 2021 (2021) runs on the Exynos 9611, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads — 78/100 vs 43/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy M21 2021 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,453,998 vs 355,351); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy M21 2021 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy M21 2021 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M21 2021
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy M21 2021 better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 192g vs 215g
- Better display (83/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 66/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3453998 vs 355351
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 365
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1107
- Faster charging: 60W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 25/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M21 2021 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra scores 35 points higher (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (67/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (61/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M21 2021 (96/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M21 2021 is a bit better (83/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M21 2021 (67/100 vs 36/100). 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 M21 2021 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra are nearly equal (68/100 vs 66/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M21 2021 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 9611 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 355351 | 3453998 | |
| Geekbench Single | 365 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1107 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.4" Super AMOLED | 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, One UI 3.1 Core | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 420 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Weight | 192 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | — | $2199 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M21 2021
- Main: 48MP f/2.0
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M21 2021
- 6.4" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy M21 2021
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy M21 2021 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy M21 2021 by 89.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy M21 2021
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M21 2021 (96/100 vs 25/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M21 2021 is a bit better (83/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M21 2021 (67/100 vs 36/100).
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 M21 2021 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra are nearly equal (68/100 vs 66/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M21 2021 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M21 2021 by 35 points (78/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M21 2021 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy M21 2021 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 78/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M21 2021 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on camera score (67/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy M21 2021 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 25/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M21 2021 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users.