Samsung Galaxy S20+ vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8

The Samsung Galaxy S20+ (2020) runs on the Samsung Exynos 990, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1199 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 71/100 vs 56/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,382,020 vs 874,382); the Samsung Galaxy S20+ is noticeably lighter (188g vs 215g).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S20+ — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S20+
Performance 57
Display 90
Camera 42
Battery 42
Portability 72
Value for money 22
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Performance 96
Display 79
Camera 50
Battery 52
Portability 44
Value for money 46
What makes Samsung Galaxy S20+ better?
  • Lighter: 188g vs 215g
  • Cheaper at launch: $1199 vs $1999

  • Better display (90/100 vs 79/100)
  • Better portability (72/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3382020 vs 874382
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1222
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 3060
  • Bigger battery: 4800 vs 4500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP

  • Higher performance (96/100 vs 57/100)
  • Better camera (50/100 vs 42/100)
  • Longer battery life (52/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S20+ vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 15 points higher (71/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (96/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (52/100 vs 42/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S20+ — 22/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 46/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20+ (96/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20+ is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (52/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20+ notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (72/100 vs 44/100).

Samsung Galaxy S20+: The Samsung Galaxy S20+ is a better fit for everyday use.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy S20+ Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Processor Samsung Exynos 990 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 874382 3382020
Geekbench Single 1222 3640
Geekbench Multi 3060 11033
Display 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 3200x1440 1968x2184
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4500 mAh 4800 mAh
Charging 25W 45W
Wireless charging 15W 15W
Main camera 12 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 64 MP 0 MP
Front camera 10 MP 10 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 10 Android 16 / One UI 8.5
NFC yes
Protection IP48
Weight 188 g 215 g
Launch price $1199 $1999
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S20+
  • Main: 12MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 64MP
  • Front: 10MP
42
camera
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 10MP
50
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S20+
  • 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
90
display
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 1968x2184
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S20+
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
42
battery
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
52
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy S20+ and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy S20+ Samsung Exynos 990
56/100
874382 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
71/100 +74.1%
3382020 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Samsung Galaxy S20+ by 74.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy S20+
$1199
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
$1999

Launch price difference: $800. Samsung Galaxy S20+ was $800 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20+ (96/100 vs 57/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20+ is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (52/100 vs 42/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20+ notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (72/100 vs 44/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S20+ or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S20+ — the overall rating gap is 15 points.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S20+ and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy S20+ has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 71/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S20+ or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 42/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S20+ or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (96/100 vs 57/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S20+ over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy S20+ is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.