Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 vs ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600, while the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 66/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 50 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 (3,113,347 vs 1,420,808); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 199g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3113347 vs 1420808
- Better Geekbench Single: 3235 vs 1761
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10904 vs 4688
- Lighter: 180g vs 199g
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 71/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 50/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 50 Ultra better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Better camera (86/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 vs the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra scores 7 points higher (73/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (93/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads (56/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (93/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (86/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (56/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (80/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | ZTE Axon 50 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3113347 | 1420808 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3235 | 1761 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10904 | 4688 | |
| 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 | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | — | 161.8×73.1×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and ZTE Axon 50 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads ZTE Axon 50 Ultra by 119.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (93/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (86/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (56/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (80/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (93/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 over the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.