Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 vs ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600, while the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads — 71/100 vs 66/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,113,347 vs 1,294,871); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 204g).

The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

Profile comparison

Category scores

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8

Performance 93
Display 80
Camera 35
Battery 37
Portability 80
Value for money 42

ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition

Performance 68
Display 80
Camera 86
Battery 56
Portability 52
Value for money —

What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3113347 vs 1294871
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3235 vs 1662
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 10904 vs 4188
  • Lighter: 180g vs 204g

  • Higher performance (93/100 vs 68/100)
  • Better portability (80/100 vs 52/100)

What makes ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition better?

  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 25W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP

  • Better camera (86/100 vs 35/100)
  • Longer battery life (56/100 vs 37/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 vs the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition scores 5 points higher (71/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (93/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads (86/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads (56/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition (93/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 80/100. In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (86/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (56/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition (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 Ultra Space Edition: The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.

Specs comparison

Specification Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
Processor Exynos 2600 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
AnTuTu 3113347 1294871
Geekbench Single 3235 1662
Geekbench Multi 10904 4188
Display 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2520 1116x2480
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4300 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 25W 80W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 64 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 64 MP
Front camera 10 MP 16 MP
RAM 12GB 12GB / 18GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8.5 Android 12, MyOS 12
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits 1500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP48 —
Dimensions — 163.3×73.6×8.4 mm
Weight 180 g 204 g
Launch price $1099 —

Camera comparison

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8

  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
35
camera

ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition

  • Main: 64MP f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 64MP
  • Telephoto: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
86
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 Ultra Space Edition

  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1116x2480
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
80
display

Battery and charging

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8

  • 4300 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
37
battery

ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition

  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
56
battery

Overall performance score

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

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 Exynos 2600
66/100
3113347 AnTuTu
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
71/100 -140.4%
1294871 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition by 140.4% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8

$1099

ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition

Price unknown

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition (93/100 vs 68/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 80/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (86/100 vs 35/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (56/100 vs 37/100).

portability

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

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?

The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 by just 5 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 Ultra Space Edition?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition — 71/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?

The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads on camera score (86/100 vs 35/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (93/100 vs 68/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 over the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.