Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs Tecno Pop X
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Tecno Pop X (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7250; estimated prices are $1999 and $100. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 65/100 vs 26/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pop X has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 310,000); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pop X doesn't; the Tecno Pop X is noticeably lighter (186g vs 215g).
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Tecno Pop X
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 310000
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 600
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 1800
- Faster charging: 45W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (45/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (40/100 vs 36/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
- Lighter: 186g vs 215g
- Cheaper: $100 vs $1999
- Better design/ergonomics (67/100 vs 31/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the Tecno Pop X, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 39 points higher (65/100 vs 26/100). 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 "value for money" category, the Tecno Pop X leads (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop X (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop X (45/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Tecno Pop X are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop X significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (67/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pop X significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (100/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | Tecno Pop X | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Unisoc T7250 | |
| AnTuTu | 3942923 | 310000 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3640 | 600 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11033 | 1800 | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LCD | |
| Resolution | 1968x2184 | 1600x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 15W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 15 | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | — | 167.9×79.3×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 186 g | |
| Price | $1999 | $100 |
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Tecno Pop X
- Main: 13MP f/f/1.85
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pop X
- 6.8" LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Tecno Pop X
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Tecno Pop X, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Tecno Pop X by 1171.9% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1899. Tecno Pop X is cheaper by $1899.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop X (92/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop X (45/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Tecno Pop X are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop X significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (67/100 vs 31/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pop X significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (100/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Tecno Pop X?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop X by 39 points (65/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Tecno Pop X?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Tecno Pop X — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Tecno Pop X?
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 X?
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 X?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Tecno Pop X is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.