Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 vs Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads — 57/100 vs 5/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra doesn't.

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra by 52 points (57/100 vs 5/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
Performance 77
Display 100
Camera 30
Battery 23
Design 75
Value for money 34
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 0
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?

  • Higher performance (77/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (30/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (23/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra better?

  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 vs the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 scores 52 points higher (57/100 vs 5/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (77/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (23/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra leads (55/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (77/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (23/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (75/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (55/100 vs 34/100).

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8: The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for active users.
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra: The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
Processor Exynos 2600
AnTuTu 3161830
Geekbench Single 3271
Geekbench Multi 11051
Display 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X 1.4" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2520 466x466
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 4300 mAh
Charging 25W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 50 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 0 MP
Front camera 10 MP
RAM 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8.5
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits 1000 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP48 IP68
Weight 180 g
Price $1099
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
30
camera
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
  • Main: —
  • Front: —
0
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
  • 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 1080x2520
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
  • 1.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 466x466
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
  • 4300 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
23
battery
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
$1099
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (77/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (30/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (23/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (75/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (55/100 vs 34/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra by 52 points (57/100 vs 5/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra — 5/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on camera score (30/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?

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

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 over the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra is a better fit for everyday use.