Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra vs Xiaomi 14
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 14 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; launch prices were $2199 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads — 78/100 vs 75/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4610); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,453,998 vs 2,363,726); the Xiaomi 14 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Xiaomi 14
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3453998 vs 2363726
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2200
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 7000
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4610 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 61/100)
What makes Xiaomi 14 better?
- Faster charging: 90W vs 60W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Lighter: 193g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $2199
- Better camera (71/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (65/100 vs 61/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 78/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra vs the Xiaomi 14, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra scores 3 points higher (78/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 82/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 64/100, Xiaomi 14 — 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 is a bit better (96/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 14 is a bit better (85/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 14 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra are nearly equal (71/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 14 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra are nearly equal (65/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a bit better (66/100 vs 61/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra | Xiaomi 14 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3453998 | 2363726 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 2200 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 7000 | |
| Display | 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1968x2184 | 2670x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4610 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 138 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 14 / HyperOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 152.8×71.5×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 193 g | |
| Launch price | $2199 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 14
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 14
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2670x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Xiaomi 14
- 4610 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and Xiaomi 14, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads Xiaomi 14 by 46.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1600. Xiaomi 14 was $1600 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a bit better (96/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 14 is a bit better (85/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 14 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra are nearly equal (71/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 14 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra are nearly equal (65/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a bit better (66/100 vs 61/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra or the Xiaomi 14?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra edges out the Xiaomi 14 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and the Xiaomi 14?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 78/100, the Xiaomi 14 — 75/100.
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra or the Xiaomi 14?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra over the Xiaomi 14?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 14 is a better fit for gamers and power users.