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+. Both devices score the same overall rating of 73/100. Key differences: the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 has the bigger battery (5750 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,382,020 vs 1,540,240); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is noticeably lighter (201g vs 249g).

Both devices scored the same rating of 73/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.

Profile comparison

Category scores

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8

Performance 96
Display 80
Camera 50
Battery 52
Portability 74
Value for money 54

Tecno Phantom V Fold2

Performance 74
Display 79
Camera 78
Battery 68
Portability 52
Value for money —

What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3382020 vs 1540240
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1967
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5401
  • Lighter: 201g vs 249g

  • Higher performance (96/100 vs 74/100)
  • Better display (80/100 vs 79/100)
  • Better portability (74/100 vs 52/100)

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)

Comparison verdict

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 received the same MobileRank rating — 73/100. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (96/100 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 (96/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 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 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 (74/100 vs 52/100).

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Tecno Phantom V Fold2: The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is a better fit for active users.

Specs comparison

Specification Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Tecno Phantom V Fold2
Processor Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 MediaTek Dimensity 9000+
AnTuTu 3382020 1540240
Geekbench Single 3639 1967
Geekbench Multi 11047 5401
Display 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1828x2448 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 17 / One UI 9 Android 14
Brightness (peak) 3000 nits 1600 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP48 IP54
Dimensions 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm 159.0×140.4×6.1 mm
Weight 201 g 249 g
Launch price $1999 —

Camera comparison

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8

  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 10MP
50
camera

Tecno Phantom V Fold2

  • Main: 50MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
78
camera

Display comparison

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8

  • 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 1828x2448
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
80
display

Tecno Phantom V Fold2

  • 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2000x2296
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display

Battery and charging

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8

  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
52
battery

Tecno Phantom V Fold2

  • 5750 mAh
  • Wired: 70W
  • Wireless: 15W
68
battery

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 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
73/100
3382020 AnTuTu
Tecno Phantom V Fold2 MediaTek Dimensity 9000+
73/100 -119.6%
1540240 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Tecno Phantom V Fold2 by 119.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8

$1999

Tecno Phantom V Fold2

Price unknown

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 (96/100 vs 74/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 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 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 (74/100 vs 52/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

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 74/100).

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 73/100, 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 (96/100 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.