Samsung Galaxy S26 FE vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (2026) runs on the Exynos 2500, 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 65/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE has the bigger battery (4900 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,382,020 vs 2,289,696); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is thinner (4.5mm vs 7.4mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 FE better?
- Bigger battery: 4900 vs 4800 mAh
- Lighter: 193g vs 201g
- Longer battery life (55/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3382020 vs 2289696
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2285
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 7874
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 70/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 8 points higher (73/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (96/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (50/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (96/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (55/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE are nearly equal (74/100 vs 70/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 FE | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 2500 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2289696 | 3382020 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2285 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7874 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1828x2448 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 17 / One UI 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1900 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 161.3×76.6×7.4 mm | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
- 6.7" Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- 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 S26 FE
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 FE and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Samsung Galaxy S26 FE by 32.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (96/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (55/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE are nearly equal (74/100 vs 70/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 edges out the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (96/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.