Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs Tecno Camon 40 Premier
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Tecno Camon 40 Premier (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8350; launch prices were $1999 and $450. Both devices score the same overall rating of 73/100. Key differences: the Tecno Camon 40 Premier has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,382,020 vs 1,724,757); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is thinner (4.5mm vs 7.7mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Tecno Camon 40 Premier
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3382020 vs 1724757
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1398
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4313
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 70/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 66/100)
What makes Tecno Camon 40 Premier better?
- Bigger battery: 5100 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 70W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 193g vs 201g
- Cheaper at launch: $450 vs $1999
- Better camera (81/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Tecno Camon 40 Premier received the same MobileRank rating — 73/100. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (96/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier leads (81/100 vs 50/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 54/100, Tecno Camon 40 Premier — 70/100; 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 notably outperforms the Tecno Camon 40 Premier (96/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (81/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (74/100 vs 66/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | Tecno Camon 40 Premier | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 8350 | |
| AnTuTu | 3382020 | 1724757 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1398 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 4313 | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1828x2448 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 5100 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 70W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 17 / One UI 9 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | — | |
| Dimensions | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | 161.0×75.0×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 193 g | |
| Launch price | $1999 | $450 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Tecno Camon 40 Premier
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Camon 40 Premier
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Tecno Camon 40 Premier
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Tecno Camon 40 Premier, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Tecno Camon 40 Premier by 96.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1549. Tecno Camon 40 Premier was $1549 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Tecno Camon 40 Premier (96/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (81/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (74/100 vs 66/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Tecno Camon 40 Premier?
Both devices scored 73/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (96/100 vs 70/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Tecno Camon 40 Premier?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Tecno Camon 40 Premier?
The Tecno Camon 40 Premier leads on camera score (81/100 vs 50/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Tecno Camon 40 Premier?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (96/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 over the Tecno Camon 40 Premier?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Tecno Camon 40 Premier is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.