Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra vs Tecno Pop X

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Tecno Pop X (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7250; estimated prices are $2199 and $100. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads — 71/100 vs 26/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 200 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 310,000); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pop X doesn't; the Tecno Pop X is noticeably lighter (186g vs 215g).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop X by 45 points (71/100 vs 26/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Performance 92
Display 100
Camera 64
Battery 51
Design 31
Value for money 0
Tecno Pop X
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 67
Value for money 100
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 310000
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 600
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 1800
  • Faster charging: 60W vs 15W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (64/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 36/100)
What makes Tecno Pop X better?
  • Lighter: 186g vs 215g
  • Cheaper: $100 vs $2199

  • Better design/ergonomics (67/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra vs the Tecno Pop X, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra scores 45 points higher (71/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pop X leads (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop X (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop X (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Tecno Pop X (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop X significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (67/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pop X significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (100/100 vs 0/100).

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Tecno Pop X: The Tecno Pop X is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra Tecno Pop X
Processor Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Unisoc T7250
AnTuTu 3942923 310000
Geekbench Single 3640 600
Geekbench Multi 11033 1800
Display 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X 6.8" LCD
Resolution 1968x2184 1600x720
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 60W 15W
Wireless charging 25W 0W
Main camera 200 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 10 MP 0 MP
Front camera 10 MP 8 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 4GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 64GB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8.5 Android 15
NFC yes no
Protection IP48 IP64
Dimensions 167.9×79.3×8.2 mm
Weight 215 g 186 g
Price $2199 $100
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 10MP
64
camera
Tecno Pop X
  • Main: 13MP f/f/1.85
  • Front: 8MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
  • 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 1968x2184
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Tecno Pop X
  • 6.8" LCD
  • Resolution: 1600x720
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 60W
  • Wireless: 25W
51
battery
Tecno Pop X
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and Tecno Pop X, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
71/100
3942923 AnTuTu
Tecno Pop X Unisoc T7250
26/100 -1171.9%
310000 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads Tecno Pop X by 1171.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
$2199
Tecno Pop X
$100

Price difference: $2099. Tecno Pop X is cheaper by $2099.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop X (92/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop X (64/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Tecno Pop X (51/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop X significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (67/100 vs 31/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pop X significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (100/100 vs 0/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra or the Tecno Pop X?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop X by 45 points (71/100 vs 26/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and the Tecno Pop X?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Tecno Pop X — 26/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra or the Tecno Pop X?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on camera score (64/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra or the Tecno Pop X?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra over the Tecno Pop X?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Tecno Pop X is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.