Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs Tecno Spark 40
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Tecno Spark 40 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81; launch prices were $1999 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 73/100 vs 39/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 40 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,382,020 vs 358,608); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is thinner (4.5mm vs 7.7mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Tecno Spark 40
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3382020 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1416
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 40 better?
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4800 mAh
- Lighter: 192g vs 201g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $1999
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the Tecno Spark 40, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 34 points higher (73/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (96/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (50/100 vs 30/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 54/100, Tecno Spark 40 — 60/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (96/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (80/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (50/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (74/100 vs 68/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | Tecno Spark 40 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Helio G81 | |
| AnTuTu | 3382020 | 358608 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 1416 | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1828x2448 | 1600x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 17 / One UI 9 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | 165.6×77.0×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $1999 | $120 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Tecno Spark 40
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 40
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Tecno Spark 40
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Tecno Spark 40, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Tecno Spark 40 by 843.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1879. Tecno Spark 40 was $1879 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (96/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (80/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (50/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (74/100 vs 68/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 by 34 points (73/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Tecno Spark 40 — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (96/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 over the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.