Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 vs ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600, while the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads — 71/100 vs 66/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra 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 (3,161,830 vs 1,290,942); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 204g).
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 1290942
- Better Geekbench Single: 3271 vs 1675
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11051 vs 4453
- Lighter: 180g vs 204g
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 69/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 52/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (86/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 37/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 vs the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra scores 5 points higher (71/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (94/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads (52/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra (94/100 vs 69/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 80/100. In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (86/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra 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 Ultra (80/100 vs 52/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | ZTE Axon 40 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3161830 | 1290942 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3271 | 1675 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11051 | 4453 | |
| 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 | 65W | |
| 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 | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 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 | |
| Price | $1099 | — |
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1116x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and ZTE Axon 40 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads ZTE Axon 40 Ultra by 144.9% in our overall performance rating.
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra (94/100 vs 69/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 80/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (86/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra 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 Ultra (80/100 vs 52/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra 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?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (94/100 vs 69/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 over the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.