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 (3,161,830 vs 1,425,446); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 199g).

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.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
Performance 94
Display 80
Camera 35
Battery 37
Portability 80
Value for money 44
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
Performance 71
Display 89
Camera 86
Battery 56
Portability 50
Value for money
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 1425446
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3271 vs 1761
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11051 vs 4688
  • Lighter: 180g vs 199g

  • Higher performance (94/100 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 (94/100 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 (94/100 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).

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8: The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra: The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
Processor Exynos 2600 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
AnTuTu 3161830 1425446
Geekbench Single 3271 1761
Geekbench Multi 11051 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
Price $1099
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
35
camera
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
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 50 Ultra
  • 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 50 Ultra
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
56
battery
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 Exynos 2600
66/100
3161830 AnTuTu
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
73/100 -121.8%
1425446 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads ZTE Axon 50 Ultra by 121.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
$1099
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (94/100 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 (94/100 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.