Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs Tecno Pop 5X
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Tecno Pop 5X (2022) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 65/100 vs 9/100 (a 56-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 8 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pop 5X doesn't; the Tecno Pop 5X is noticeably lighter (150g vs 215g).
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Tecno Pop 5X
- Bigger battery: 4800 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (45/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (40/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Lighter: 150g vs 215g
- Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 31/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the Tecno Pop 5X, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 56 points higher (65/100 vs 9/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (45/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (40/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pop 5X leads (55/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (45/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (40/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (100/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (55/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | Tecno Pop 5X | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | 3942923 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3640 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11033 | — | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1968x2184 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 10 (Go edition), HiOS | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP48 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 166.0×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 150 g | |
| Price | $1999 | — |
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Tecno Pop 5X
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pop 5X
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Tecno Pop 5X
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pop 5X
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (92/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (45/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (40/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (100/100 vs 31/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (55/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X by 56 points (65/100 vs 9/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Tecno Pop 5X — 9/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (45/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 over the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Tecno Pop 5X is a better fit for everyday use.