Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra vs TCL P80 5G
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the TCL P80 5G (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Elite; launch prices were $2199 and $229. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads — 78/100 vs 55/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,453,998 vs 879,714).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
TCL P80 5G
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3453998 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2813
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 52/100)
What makes TCL P80 5G better?
- Cheaper at launch: $229 vs $2199
- Better display (84/100 vs 78/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra vs the TCL P80 5G, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra scores 23 points higher (78/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (67/100 vs 40/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 64/100, TCL P80 5G — 64/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL P80 5G (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the TCL P80 5G is a bit better (84/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the TCL P80 5G (67/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra | TCL P80 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3453998 | 879714 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1011 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 2813 | |
| Display | 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.8" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1968x2184 | 1280x2766 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | — | |
| Weight | 215 g | — | |
| Launch price | $2199 | $229 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
TCL P80 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
TCL P80 5G
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2766
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
TCL P80 5G
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and TCL P80 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads TCL P80 5G by 292.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1970. TCL P80 5G was $1970 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL P80 5G (96/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the TCL P80 5G is a bit better (84/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the TCL P80 5G (67/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra or the TCL P80 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL P80 5G by 23 points (78/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and the TCL P80 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 78/100, the TCL P80 5G — 55/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra or the TCL P80 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on camera score (67/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra or the TCL P80 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra over the TCL P80 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users.