Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs Tecno Phantom V Fold
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Tecno Phantom V Fold (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 65/100 vs 44/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Phantom V Fold has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 1,453,683); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is noticeably lighter (215g vs 299g).
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 1453683
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1967
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 5401
- Lighter: 215g vs 299g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 25/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (31/100 vs 0/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
- Better camera (53/100 vs 45/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 40/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the Tecno Phantom V Fold, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 21 points higher (65/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (92/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (55/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (92/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold is a bit better (53/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (42/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (31/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (55/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | Tecno Phantom V Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ | |
| AnTuTu | 3942923 | 1453683 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3640 | 1967 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11033 | 5401 | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1968x2184 | 2000x2296 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 13, HiOS 13 Fold | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | — | |
| Weight | 215 g | 299 g | |
| Price | $1999 | — |
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2000x2296
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Tecno Phantom V Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Tecno Phantom V Fold by 171.2% in our overall performance rating.
Tecno Phantom V Fold
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (92/100 vs 25/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold is a bit better (53/100 vs 45/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (42/100 vs 40/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (31/100 vs 0/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (55/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold by 21 points (65/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Tecno Phantom V Fold — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on camera score (53/100 vs 45/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 25/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 over the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Tecno Phantom V Fold is a better fit for everyday use.