Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs Tecno Spark 8C
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Tecno Spark 8C (2022) 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 8C 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 Tecno Spark 8C is noticeably lighter (191g vs 215g).
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Tecno Spark 8C
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 153667
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 846
- 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)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
- Lighter: 191g vs 215g
- Cheaper: $100 vs $1999
- Better design/ergonomics (61/100 vs 31/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the Tecno Spark 8C, 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 8C leads (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 8C (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 8C (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 8C (45/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Tecno Spark 8C are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Spark 8C significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (61/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 8C significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (100/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | Tecno Spark 8C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 2GB / 3GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 164.6×76.0×9.0 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 191 g | |
| Price | $1999 | $100 |
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Tecno Spark 8C
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 8C
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Tecno Spark 8C
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Tecno Spark 8C, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Tecno Spark 8C by 2465.9% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1899. Tecno Spark 8C is cheaper by $1899.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 8C (92/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 8C (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 8C (45/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Tecno Spark 8C are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Spark 8C significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (61/100 vs 31/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 8C significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (100/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Tecno Spark 8C?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 8C by 52 points (65/100 vs 13/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Tecno Spark 8C?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Tecno Spark 8C — 13/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Tecno Spark 8C?
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 8C?
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 8C?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Tecno Spark 8C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.