Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra vs Tecno Spark 50 5G
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Tecno Spark 50 5G (2026) runs on the Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $2199 and $179. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads — 79/100 vs 47/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 50 5G has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 524,785); the Tecno Spark 50 5G is noticeably lighter (195g vs 215g).
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Tecno Spark 50 5G
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 524785
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 1980
- Faster charging: 60W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (78/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 64/100)
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 195g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $179 vs $2199
- Longer battery life (69/100 vs 61/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra vs the Tecno Spark 50 5G, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra scores 32 points higher (79/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (98/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (67/100 vs 30/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 62/100, Tecno Spark 50 5G — 62/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 5G (98/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 5G (78/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 5G (67/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 50 5G is a bit better (69/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and the Tecno Spark 50 5G are nearly equal (66/100 vs 64/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra | Tecno Spark 50 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 3942923 | 524785 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3640 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11033 | 1980 | |
| Display | 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1968x2184 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP48 | — | |
| Weight | 215 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $2199 | $179 |
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Tecno Spark 50 5G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 50 5G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Tecno Spark 50 5G
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and Tecno Spark 50 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads Tecno Spark 50 5G by 651.3% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $2020. Tecno Spark 50 5G was $2020 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 5G (98/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 5G (78/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 5G (67/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 50 5G is a bit better (69/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and the Tecno Spark 50 5G are nearly equal (66/100 vs 64/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra or the Tecno Spark 50 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 5G by 32 points (79/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and the Tecno Spark 50 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Tecno Spark 50 5G — 47/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra or the Tecno Spark 50 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on camera score (67/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra or the Tecno Spark 50 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on performance (98/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra over the Tecno Spark 50 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Tecno Spark 50 5G is a better fit for everyday use.