Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs Tecno Spark 50 4G
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Tecno Spark 50 4G (2026) runs on the Helio G81; launch prices were $1999 and $139. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 71/100 vs 39/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 50 4G has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,382,020 vs 358,383).
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Tecno Spark 50 4G
- Higher AnTuTu: 3382020 vs 358383
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 1416
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4800 mAh
- Lighter: 210g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $139 vs $1999
- Longer battery life (55/100 vs 52/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 44/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the Tecno Spark 50 4G, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 32 points higher (71/100 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 — 46/100, Tecno Spark 50 4G — 56/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 4G (96/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 4G (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 4G (50/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 50 4G and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (55/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 50 4G is a bit better (51/100 vs 44/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | Tecno Spark 50 4G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Helio G81 | |
| AnTuTu | 3382020 | 358383 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3640 | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11033 | 1416 | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1968x2184 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 18W | |
| 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 / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | — | 167.8×79.2×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $1999 | $139 |
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Tecno Spark 50 4G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 50 4G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Tecno Spark 50 4G
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Tecno Spark 50 4G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Tecno Spark 50 4G by 843.7% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $1860. Tecno Spark 50 4G was $1860 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 4G (96/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 4G (79/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 4G (50/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 50 4G and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (55/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 50 4G is a bit better (51/100 vs 44/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Tecno Spark 50 4G?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 4G by 32 points (71/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Tecno Spark 50 4G?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Tecno Spark 50 4G — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Tecno Spark 50 4G?
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 50 4G?
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 50 4G?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Tecno Spark 50 4G is a better fit for everyday use.