Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs Xiaomi 14
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 14 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; launch prices were $1999 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 14 leads — 75/100 vs 73/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 4610); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,382,020 vs 2,363,726); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is thinner (4.5mm vs 8.2mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Xiaomi 14
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3382020 vs 2363726
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2200
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 7000
- Bigger battery: 4800 vs 4610 mAh
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 61/100)
What makes Xiaomi 14 better?
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Lighter: 193g vs 201g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $1999
- Better camera (71/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (65/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the Xiaomi 14, the Xiaomi 14 scores 2 points higher (75/100 vs 73/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (96/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 14 leads (71/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 14 leads (65/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 54/100, Xiaomi 14 — 64/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (96/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 14 is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 14 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (71/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 14 is a bit better (65/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (74/100 vs 61/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | Xiaomi 14 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3382020 | 2363726 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 2200 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 7000 | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1828x2448 | 2670x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 4610 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 138 | |
| 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 / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 17 / One UI 9 | Android 14 / HyperOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | 152.8×71.5×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 193 g | |
| Launch price | $1999 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 14
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 14
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2670x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 14
- 4610 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Xiaomi 14, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Xiaomi 14 by 43.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1400. Xiaomi 14 was $1400 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (96/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 14 is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 14 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (71/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 14 is a bit better (65/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (74/100 vs 61/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Xiaomi 14?
The Xiaomi 14 edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Xiaomi 14?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Xiaomi 14 — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Xiaomi 14?
The Xiaomi 14 leads on camera score (71/100 vs 50/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Xiaomi 14?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (96/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 over the Xiaomi 14?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 14 is a better fit for gamers and power users.