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).
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Xiaomi 12 Pro
- 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)
- 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)
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).
| 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 | — |
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 12 Pro
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 12 Pro
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Xiaomi 12 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Xiaomi 12 Pro by 202.0% in our overall performance rating.
Xiaomi 12 Pro
Price unknownperformance
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).
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.