Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Ultimate; launch prices were $1999 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 70/100 vs 65/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (2,814,251 vs 1,673,316).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2814251 vs 1673316
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1398
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4313
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 69/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 7 Ultra better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 70W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 30W vs 15W
- Lighter: 209g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $1999
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 5 points higher (70/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (93/100 vs 69/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 48/100, Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 68/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (93/100 vs 69/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (72/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 44/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | Tecno Pova 7 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Dimensity 8350 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 2814251 | 1673316 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1398 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 4313 | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1968x2184 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 70W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 30W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 15 / HIOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | — | 160.0×75.2×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $1999 | $300 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- Wireless: 30W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Tecno Pova 7 Ultra by 68.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1699. Tecno Pova 7 Ultra was $1699 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (93/100 vs 69/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (72/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 44/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 edges out the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (93/100 vs 69/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 over the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a better fit for active users.