Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs Tecno Phantom V Fold2
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads — 73/100 vs 70/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 has the bigger battery (5750 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (2,814,251 vs 1,540,240); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is noticeably lighter (215g vs 249g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2814251 vs 1540240
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1967
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5401
- Lighter: 215g vs 249g
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 74/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom V Fold2 better?
- Bigger battery: 5750 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 70W vs 45W
- Better camera (78/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 52/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the Tecno Phantom V Fold2, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 scores 3 points higher (73/100 vs 70/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (93/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads (78/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads (68/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 (93/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100. In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (78/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (68/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is a bit better (52/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | Tecno Phantom V Fold2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ | |
| AnTuTu | 2814251 | 1540240 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1967 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 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 | 5750 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 70W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | — | 159.0×140.4×6.1 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 249 g | |
| Launch price | $1999 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
- 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2000x2296
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
- 5750 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Tecno Phantom V Fold2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Tecno Phantom V Fold2 by 82.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Tecno Phantom V Fold2
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 (93/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (78/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (68/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is a bit better (52/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 50/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (93/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 over the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is a better fit for active users.