Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro 2 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro 2 (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 38/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 25 MP vs 50 MP; 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 10.1mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro 2
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
What makes Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro 2 better?
- Overall rating 38/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3382020 vs 615425
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 956
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2082
- Bigger battery: 4800 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 25MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 21/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 34/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 57/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro 2 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 35 points higher (73/100 vs 38/100). 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 21/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (52/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro 2 (96/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro 2 (80/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro 2 (50/100 vs 21/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro 2 (52/100 vs 34/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro 2 (74/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro 2 | 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" IPS LCD | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1828x2448 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 25 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, One UI 4.1 | Android 17 / One UI 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 169.5×81.1×10.1 mm | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | |
| Weight | — | 201 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro 2
- Main: 25MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro 2
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro 2
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro 2 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro 2 by 81.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro 2
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro 2 (96/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro 2 (80/100 vs 57/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro 2 (50/100 vs 21/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro 2 (52/100 vs 34/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro 2 (74/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro 2 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro 2 by 35 points (73/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro 2 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro 2 has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro 2 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 21/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro 2 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 Xcover Pro 2 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.