Samsung Galaxy M33 5G vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Samsung Galaxy M33 5G (2022) runs on the Exynos 1280, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 73/100 vs 45/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,382,020 vs 615,425); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is thinner (4.5mm vs 9.4mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M33 5G
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
What makes Samsung Galaxy M33 5G better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
- Lighter: 198g vs 201g
- Overall rating 45/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3382020 vs 615425
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 956
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2082
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 28 points higher (73/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (96/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (50/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G (96/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G (50/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (52/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G (74/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M33 5G | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1280 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 615425 | 3382020 | |
| Geekbench Single | 956 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2082 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.6" TFT LCD | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2408 | 1828x2448 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, One UI 4.1 | Android 17 / One UI 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 165.4×76.9×9.4 mm | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M33 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M33 5G
- 6.6" TFT LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- 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 M33 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy M33 5G and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Samsung Galaxy M33 5G by 81.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Samsung Galaxy M33 5G
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G (96/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G (50/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (52/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G (74/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G by 28 points (73/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy M33 5G has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (96/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.