Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs Tecno Spark 50 Pro

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Tecno Spark 50 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate; estimated prices are $1999 and $160. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 72/100 vs 45/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 50 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 576,015); the Tecno Spark 50 Pro is noticeably lighter (195g vs 215g).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 Pro by 27 points (72/100 vs 45/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Performance 98
Display 79
Camera 50
Battery 52
Portability 44
Value for money
Tecno Spark 50 Pro
Performance 44
Display 55
Camera 30
Battery 59
Portability 64
Value for money
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 576015
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 727
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 2014

  • Higher performance (98/100 vs 44/100)
  • Better camera (50/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better display (79/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 50 Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4800 mAh
  • Faster charging: 60W vs 45W
  • Lighter: 195g vs 215g
  • Cheaper: $160 vs $1999

  • Longer battery life (59/100 vs 52/100)
  • Better portability (64/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the Tecno Spark 50 Pro, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 27 points higher (72/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (98/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (50/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 Pro (98/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 Pro (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 Pro (50/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 50 Pro is a bit better (59/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 50 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (64/100 vs 44/100).

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Tecno Spark 50 Pro: The Tecno Spark 50 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Tecno Spark 50 Pro
Processor Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate
AnTuTu 3942923 576015
Geekbench Single 3640 727
Geekbench Multi 11033 2014
Display 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 1968x2184 720x1612
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4800 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 45W 60W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 10 MP 8 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8.5 Android 16
NFC yes yes
Protection IP48 IP68
Dimensions 167.8×79.2×7.8 mm
Weight 215 g 195 g
Price $1999 $160
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 10MP
50
camera
Tecno Spark 50 Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 1968x2184
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Tecno Spark 50 Pro
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1612
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
55
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
52
battery
Tecno Spark 50 Pro
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 60W
  • No wireless charging
59
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Tecno Spark 50 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
72/100
3942923 AnTuTu
Tecno Spark 50 Pro MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate
45/100 -584.5%
576015 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Tecno Spark 50 Pro by 584.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
$1999
Tecno Spark 50 Pro
$160

Price difference: $1839. Tecno Spark 50 Pro is cheaper by $1839.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 Pro (98/100 vs 44/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 Pro (79/100 vs 55/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 Pro (50/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 50 Pro is a bit better (59/100 vs 52/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 50 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (64/100 vs 44/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Tecno Spark 50 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 Pro by 27 points (72/100 vs 45/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Tecno Spark 50 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Tecno Spark 50 Pro — 45/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Tecno Spark 50 Pro?

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 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (98/100 vs 44/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 over the Tecno Spark 50 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Tecno Spark 50 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.