Samsung Galaxy M21s vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
The Samsung Galaxy M21s (2020) runs on the Exynos 9611, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads — 66/100 vs 45/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy M21s has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,113,347 vs 355,351); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy M21s doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M21s
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
What makes Samsung Galaxy M21s better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4300 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (48/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3113347 vs 355351
- Better Geekbench Single: 3235 vs 365
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10904 vs 1107
- Faster charging: 25W vs 15W
- Lighter: 180g vs 191g
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 25/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M21s vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 scores 21 points higher (66/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (93/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M21s leads (48/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M21s leads (51/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M21s (93/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M21s and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M21s is a bit better (48/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M21s is a bit better (51/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M21s (80/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M21s | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 9611 | Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 355351 | 3113347 | |
| Geekbench Single | 365 | 3235 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1107 | 10904 | |
| Display | 6.4" Super AMOLED | 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 10, One UI 2.5 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 420 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 159.2×75.1×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 191 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M21s
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M21s
- 6.4" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy M21s
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy M21s and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Samsung Galaxy M21s by 88.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Samsung Galaxy M21s
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M21s (93/100 vs 25/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M21s and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M21s is a bit better (48/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M21s is a bit better (51/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M21s (80/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M21s or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M21s by 21 points (66/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M21s and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy M21s has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M21s or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy M21s leads on camera score (48/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy M21s or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (93/100 vs 25/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M21s over the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.