Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs TCL K70
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the TCL K70 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100 Turbo; launch prices were $1999 and $149. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 73/100 vs 43/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the TCL K70 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,382,020 vs 575,630); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is thinner (4.5mm vs 8.3mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
TCL K70
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3382020 vs 575630
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2014
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 62/100)
What makes TCL K70 better?
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4800 mAh
- Lighter: 190g vs 201g
- Cheaper at launch: $149 vs $1999
- Overall rating 43/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the TCL K70, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 30 points higher (73/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (96/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (50/100 vs 30/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 54/100, TCL K70 — 60/100; 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 significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (96/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the TCL K70 (80/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the TCL K70 (50/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the TCL K70 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (74/100 vs 62/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | TCL K70 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Helio G100 Turbo | |
| AnTuTu | 3382020 | 575630 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 2014 | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1828x2448 | 720x1570 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 17 / One UI 9 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 750 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | 167.7×79.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $1999 | $149 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
TCL K70
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
TCL K70
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
TCL K70
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and TCL K70, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads TCL K70 by 487.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1850. TCL K70 was $1850 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (96/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the TCL K70 (80/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the TCL K70 (50/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the TCL K70 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (74/100 vs 62/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the TCL K70?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the TCL K70 by 30 points (73/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the TCL K70?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the TCL K70 — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the TCL K70?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the TCL K70?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (96/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 over the TCL K70?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.