Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 vs Tecno Phantom 9
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600, while the Tecno Phantom 9 (2019) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads — 66/100 vs 31/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has the bigger battery (4300 mAh vs 3500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 16 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,113,347 vs 199,111); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Phantom 9 doesn't; the Tecno Phantom 9 is noticeably lighter (164g vs 180g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
Tecno Phantom 9
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3113347 vs 199111
- Better Geekbench Single: 3235 vs 476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10904 vs 828
- Bigger battery: 4300 vs 3500 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 19/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 22/100)
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 15/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom 9 better?
- Lighter: 164g vs 180g
- Better display (83/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (82/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 vs the Tecno Phantom 9, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 scores 35 points higher (66/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (93/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (35/100 vs 22/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (37/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom 9 (93/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom 9 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (35/100 vs 22/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom 9 (37/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Phantom 9 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | Tecno Phantom 9 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 2600 | MediaTek Helio P35 | |
| AnTuTu | 3113347 | 199111 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3235 | 476 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10904 | 828 | |
| Display | 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2520 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 3500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 9.0 (Pie) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP48 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 158.5×75.3×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 164 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Tecno Phantom 9
- Main: 16MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Phantom 9
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Tecno Phantom 9
- 3500 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and Tecno Phantom 9, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Tecno Phantom 9 by 1463.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom 9 (93/100 vs 19/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom 9 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (35/100 vs 22/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom 9 (37/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Phantom 9 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the Tecno Phantom 9?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom 9 by 35 points (66/100 vs 31/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Tecno Phantom 9?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Tecno Phantom 9 — 31/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the Tecno Phantom 9?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 22/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the Tecno Phantom 9?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (93/100 vs 19/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 over the Tecno Phantom 9?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.