Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs Tecno Spark 10C

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Tecno Spark 10C (2023) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A; estimated prices are $1999 and $100. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 65/100 vs 13/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 10C 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 153,667); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Spark 10C doesn't; the Tecno Spark 10C is noticeably lighter (189g vs 215g).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 10C by 52 points (65/100 vs 13/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Performance 92
Display 100
Camera 45
Battery 40
Design 31
Value for money 0
Tecno Spark 10C
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 63
Value for money 100
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 153667
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 205
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 846
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (45/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (40/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 10C better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
  • Lighter: 189g vs 215g
  • Cheaper: $100 vs $1999

  • Better design/ergonomics (63/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the Tecno Spark 10C, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 52 points higher (65/100 vs 13/100). 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 Spark 10C leads (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 10C (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 10C (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 10C (45/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Tecno Spark 10C are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Spark 10C significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (63/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 10C significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (100/100 vs 0/100).

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Tecno Spark 10C: The Tecno Spark 10C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Tecno Spark 10C
Processor Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Unisoc SC9863A
AnTuTu 3942923 153667
Geekbench Single 3640 205
Geekbench Multi 11033 846
Display 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 1968x2184 720x1612
Refresh rate 120 Hz 60 Hz
Battery 4800 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 45W 18W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 10 MP 5 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 4GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8.5 Android, HIOS 8.6
NFC yes no
Protection IP48
Dimensions 163.9×75.5×8.5 mm
Weight 215 g 189 g
Price $1999 $100
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 10MP
45
camera
Tecno Spark 10C
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 1968x2184
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Tecno Spark 10C
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1612
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
40
battery
Tecno Spark 10C
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Tecno Spark 10C, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
65/100
3942923 AnTuTu
Tecno Spark 10C Unisoc SC9863A
13/100 -2465.9%
153667 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Tecno Spark 10C by 2465.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
$1999
Tecno Spark 10C
$100

Price difference: $1899. Tecno Spark 10C is cheaper by $1899.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 10C (92/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 10C (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 10C (45/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Tecno Spark 10C are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Tecno Spark 10C significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (63/100 vs 31/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 10C significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (100/100 vs 0/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Tecno Spark 10C?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 10C by 52 points (65/100 vs 13/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Tecno Spark 10C?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Tecno Spark 10C — 13/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Tecno Spark 10C?

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 Spark 10C?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 over the Tecno Spark 10C?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Tecno Spark 10C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.