Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs Tecno Spark 50 5G
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Tecno Spark 50 5G (2026) runs on the Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $1999 and $179. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 72/100 vs 47/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 50 5G has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 524,785); the Tecno Spark 50 5G is noticeably lighter (195g vs 215g).
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Tecno Spark 50 5G
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 524785
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 1980
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4800 mAh
- Lighter: 195g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $179 vs $1999
- Longer battery life (69/100 vs 52/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 44/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the Tecno Spark 50 5G, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 25 points higher (72/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (98/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (50/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 50 5G leads (69/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 48/100, Tecno Spark 50 5G — 62/100; 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 5G (98/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 5G (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 5G (50/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 50 5G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (69/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 50 5G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (64/100 vs 44/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | Tecno Spark 50 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 3942923 | 524785 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3640 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11033 | 1980 | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1968x2184 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | — | |
| 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 | — | |
| Protection | IP48 | — | |
| Weight | 215 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $1999 | $179 |
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Tecno Spark 50 5G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 50 5G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Tecno Spark 50 5G
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Tecno Spark 50 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Tecno Spark 50 5G by 651.3% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $1820. Tecno Spark 50 5G was $1820 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 5G (98/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 5G (79/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 5G (50/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 50 5G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (69/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 50 5G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (64/100 vs 44/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Tecno Spark 50 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 5G by 25 points (72/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Tecno Spark 50 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Tecno Spark 50 5G — 47/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Tecno Spark 50 5G?
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 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (98/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 over the Tecno Spark 50 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Tecno Spark 50 5G is a better fit for everyday use.