Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 vs ZTE Blade A52

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600, while the ZTE Blade A52 (2022) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads — 57/100 vs 9/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Blade A52 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 214g).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 by 48 points (57/100 vs 9/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
Performance 77
Display 100
Camera 30
Battery 23
Design 75
Value for money 34
ZTE Blade A52
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 32
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Lighter: 180g vs 214g

  • Higher performance (77/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (30/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 32/100)
What makes ZTE Blade A52 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 23/100)
  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 vs the ZTE Blade A52, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 scores 48 points higher (57/100 vs 9/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (77/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Blade A52 leads (36/100 vs 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade A52 leads (55/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 (77/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Blade A52 is a bit better (36/100 vs 23/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 (75/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade A52 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (55/100 vs 34/100).

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8: The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for active users.
ZTE Blade A52: The ZTE Blade A52 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 ZTE Blade A52
Processor Exynos 2600 Unisoc
AnTuTu 3161830
Geekbench Single 3271
Geekbench Multi 11051
Display 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X 6.5" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2520 720x1600
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 4300 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 25W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 0 MP
Front camera 10 MP 5 MP
RAM 12GB 2GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 32GB / 64GB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8.5 Android 11
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP48
Dimensions 168.0×77.5×9.4 mm
Weight 180 g 214 g
Price $1099
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
30
camera
ZTE Blade A52
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
  • 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 1080x2520
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
ZTE Blade A52
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
  • 4300 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
23
battery
ZTE Blade A52
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
$1099
ZTE Blade A52
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 (77/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 (30/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE Blade A52 is a bit better (36/100 vs 23/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 (75/100 vs 32/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade A52 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (55/100 vs 34/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the ZTE Blade A52?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 by 48 points (57/100 vs 9/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the ZTE Blade A52?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the ZTE Blade A52 — 9/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the ZTE Blade A52?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on camera score (30/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the ZTE Blade A52?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (77/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 over the ZTE Blade A52?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Blade A52 is a better fit for everyday use.