Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs Xiaomi 15 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 15 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1999 and $771. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads — 83/100 vs 73/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Pro has the bigger battery (6100 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,382,020 vs 2,995,695); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is thinner (4.5mm vs 8.4mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Xiaomi 15 Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3382020 vs 2995695
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2798
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10104
- Lighter: 201g vs 213g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 91/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 6100 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $771 vs $1999
- Better camera (78/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the Xiaomi 15 Pro, the Xiaomi 15 Pro scores 10 points higher (83/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads (78/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads (80/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 54/100, Xiaomi 15 Pro — 80/100; 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 91/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (78/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (80/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Pro (74/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | Xiaomi 15 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3382020 | 2995695 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 2798 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 10104 | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1828x2448 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 6100 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| 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 | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 17 / One UI 9 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | 161.3×75.3×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $1999 | $771 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- 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 15 Pro
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- 6100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Xiaomi 15 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Xiaomi 15 Pro by 12.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1228. Xiaomi 15 Pro was $1228 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (96/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (78/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (80/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Pro (74/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Xiaomi 15 Pro is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Xiaomi 15 Pro — 83/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Xiaomi 15 Pro leads on camera score (78/100 vs 50/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (96/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 over the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 15 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.