Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs Xiaomi 12 Pro

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 12 Pro (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 65/100 vs 47/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 4600); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 1,305,466).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is noticeably better than the Xiaomi 12 Pro — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Performance 92
Display 100
Camera 45
Battery 40
Design 31
Value for money 0
Xiaomi 12 Pro
Performance 18
Display 100
Camera 64
Battery 51
Design 45
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 1305466
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1675
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 4453
  • Bigger battery: 4800 vs 4600 mAh

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 18/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12 Pro better?
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 45W
  • Lighter: 204g vs 215g

  • Better camera (64/100 vs 45/100)
  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 40/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (45/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the Xiaomi 12 Pro, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 18 points higher (65/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (92/100 vs 18/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro leads (64/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro leads (51/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro leads (55/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (92/100 vs 18/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (64/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro is a bit better (51/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro is a bit better (45/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (55/100 vs 0/100).

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Xiaomi 12 Pro: The Xiaomi 12 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Xiaomi 12 Pro
Processor Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
AnTuTu 3942923 1305466
Geekbench Single 3640 1675
Geekbench Multi 11033 4453
Display 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1968x2184 1440x3200
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4800 mAh 4600 mAh
Charging 45W 120W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 129
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 10 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8.5 Android 12, MIUI 13
Brightness (peak) 1500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP48
Dimensions 163.6×74.6×8.2 mm
Weight 215 g 204 g
Price $1999
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 10MP
45
camera
Xiaomi 12 Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
64
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 1968x2184
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 12 Pro
  • 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
40
battery
Xiaomi 12 Pro
  • 4600 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Xiaomi 12 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
65/100
3942923 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 12 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
47/100 -202.0%
1305466 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Xiaomi 12 Pro by 202.0% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
$1999
Xiaomi 12 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (92/100 vs 18/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (64/100 vs 45/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro is a bit better (51/100 vs 40/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro is a bit better (45/100 vs 31/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (55/100 vs 0/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Xiaomi 12 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is noticeably better than the Xiaomi 12 Pro — the overall rating gap is 18 points.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Xiaomi 12 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Xiaomi 12 Pro — 47/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Xiaomi 12 Pro?

The Xiaomi 12 Pro leads on camera score (64/100 vs 45/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Xiaomi 12 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 18/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 over the Xiaomi 12 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 12 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.