Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra vs ZTE Axon 50 Ultra

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads — 78/100 vs 73/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 200 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,453,998 vs 1,420,808); the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is noticeably lighter (199g vs 215g).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra edges out the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

Profile comparison

Category scores

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra

Performance 96
Display 78
Camera 67
Battery 61
Portability 66
Value for money 64

ZTE Axon 50 Ultra

Performance 71
Display 89
Camera 86
Battery 56
Portability 50
Value for money —

What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3453998 vs 1420808
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1761
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4688
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP

  • Higher performance (96/100 vs 71/100)
  • Longer battery life (61/100 vs 56/100)
  • Better portability (66/100 vs 50/100)

What makes ZTE Axon 50 Ultra better?

  • Faster charging: 80W vs 60W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Lighter: 199g vs 215g

  • Better camera (86/100 vs 67/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 78/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra vs the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra scores 5 points higher (78/100 vs 73/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (96/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (86/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (66/100 vs 50/100).

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users.
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra: The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.

Specs comparison

Specification Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
Processor Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
AnTuTu 3453998 1420808
Geekbench Single 3639 1761
Geekbench Multi 11047 4688
Display 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1968x2184 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 60W 80W
Wireless charging 25W 0W
Main camera 200 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 10 MP 50 MP
Front camera 10 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8.5 Android 12, MyOS 12
NFC yes yes
Protection IP48 IP54
Dimensions — 161.8×73.1×8.9 mm
Weight 215 g 199 g
Launch price $2199 —

Camera comparison

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra

  • Main: 200MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 10MP
67
camera

ZTE Axon 50 Ultra

  • Main: 64MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
86
camera

Display comparison

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra

  • 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 1968x2184
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
78
display

ZTE Axon 50 Ultra

  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
89
display

Battery and charging

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra

  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 60W
  • Wireless: 25W
61
battery

ZTE Axon 50 Ultra

  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
56
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and ZTE Axon 50 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
78/100
3453998 AnTuTu
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
73/100 -143.1%
1420808 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads ZTE Axon 50 Ultra by 143.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra

$2199

ZTE Axon 50 Ultra

Price unknown

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (96/100 vs 71/100).

display

In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 78/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (86/100 vs 67/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 56/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (66/100 vs 50/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra edges out the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 78/100, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra — 73/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 67/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 71/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra over the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users. The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.