Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 vs ZTE Axon 40 pro

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600, while the ZTE Axon 40 pro (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads — 66/100 vs 58/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 40 pro has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 1,010,069); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 199g).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 edges out the ZTE Axon 40 pro by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
Performance 94
Display 80
Camera 35
Battery 37
Portability 80
Value for money 44
ZTE Axon 40 pro
Performance 61
Display 89
Camera 44
Battery 52
Portability 52
Value for money
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 1010069
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3271 vs 1298
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11051 vs 3520
  • Lighter: 180g vs 199g

  • Higher performance (94/100 vs 61/100)
  • Better portability (80/100 vs 52/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
  • Faster charging: 65W vs 25W
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Better camera (44/100 vs 35/100)
  • Longer battery life (52/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 vs the ZTE Axon 40 pro, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 scores 8 points higher (66/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (94/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro leads (52/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 pro (94/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro is a bit better (44/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (52/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 pro (80/100 vs 52/100).

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8: The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.
ZTE Axon 40 pro: The ZTE Axon 40 pro is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 ZTE Axon 40 pro
Processor Exynos 2600 Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G
AnTuTu 3161830 1010069
Geekbench Single 3271 1298
Geekbench Multi 11051 3520
Display 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2520 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 4300 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 25W 65W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 8 MP
Front camera 10 MP 16 MP
RAM 12GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8.5 Android 12, MyOS 12
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits 1000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP48
Dimensions 162.9×72.9×8.7 mm
Weight 180 g 199 g
Launch price $1099
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
35
camera
ZTE Axon 40 pro
  • Main: 108MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
44
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
  • 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 1080x2520
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
80
display
ZTE Axon 40 pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
89
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
  • 4300 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
37
battery
ZTE Axon 40 pro
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 65W
  • No wireless charging
52
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and ZTE Axon 40 pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 Exynos 2600
66/100
3161830 AnTuTu
ZTE Axon 40 pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G
58/100 -213.0%
1010069 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads ZTE Axon 40 pro by 213.0% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
$1099
ZTE Axon 40 pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 pro (94/100 vs 61/100).

display

In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro is a bit better (44/100 vs 35/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (52/100 vs 37/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 pro (80/100 vs 52/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the ZTE Axon 40 pro?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 edges out the ZTE Axon 40 pro by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the ZTE Axon 40 pro?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the ZTE Axon 40 pro — 58/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the ZTE Axon 40 pro?

The ZTE Axon 40 pro leads on camera score (44/100 vs 35/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the ZTE Axon 40 pro?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (94/100 vs 61/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 over the ZTE Axon 40 pro?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The ZTE Axon 40 pro is a better fit for active users.