Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 vs Tecno Spark 40

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600, while the Tecno Spark 40 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81; estimated prices are $1099 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads — 57/100 vs 26/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 40 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 358,383).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 by 31 points (57/100 vs 26/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
Performance 77
Display 100
Camera 30
Battery 23
Design 75
Value for money 34
Tecno Spark 40
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 23
Battery 42
Design 60
Value for money 100
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 358383
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3271 vs 432
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11051 vs 1416
  • Faster charging: 25W vs 15W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
  • Lighter: 180g vs 192g

  • Higher performance (77/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (30/100 vs 23/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 60/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 40 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4300 mAh
  • Cheaper: $120 vs $1099

  • Longer battery life (42/100 vs 23/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 vs the Tecno Spark 40, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 scores 31 points higher (57/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (77/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 leads (42/100 vs 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 40 leads (100/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (77/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (30/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (42/100 vs 23/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (75/100 vs 60/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 40 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (100/100 vs 34/100).

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8: The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for active users.
Tecno Spark 40: The Tecno Spark 40 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 Tecno Spark 40
Processor Exynos 2600 MediaTek Helio G81
AnTuTu 3161830 358383
Geekbench Single 3271 432
Geekbench Multi 11051 1416
Display 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X 6.7" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2520 1612x720
Refresh rate 120 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 4300 mAh 5200 mAh
Charging 25W 15W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 48 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 0 MP
Front camera 10 MP 8 MP
RAM 12GB 4GB / 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8.5 Android 15
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP48 IP64
Dimensions 167.7×77.9×8.0 mm
Weight 180 g 192 g
Price $1099 $120
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
30
camera
Tecno Spark 40
  • Main: 48MP
  • Front: 8MP
23
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
  • 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 1080x2520
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Tecno Spark 40
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1612x720
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
  • 4300 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
23
battery
Tecno Spark 40
  • 5200 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and Tecno Spark 40, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 Exynos 2600
57/100
3161830 AnTuTu
Tecno Spark 40 MediaTek Helio G81
26/100 -782.2%
358383 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Tecno Spark 40 by 782.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
$1099
Tecno Spark 40
$120

Price difference: $979. Tecno Spark 40 is cheaper by $979.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (77/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (30/100 vs 23/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (42/100 vs 23/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (75/100 vs 60/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 40 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (100/100 vs 34/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the Tecno Spark 40?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 by 31 points (57/100 vs 26/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Tecno Spark 40?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Tecno Spark 40 — 26/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the Tecno Spark 40?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on camera score (30/100 vs 23/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the Tecno Spark 40?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (77/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 over the Tecno Spark 40?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for active users. The Tecno Spark 40 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.