Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $1999 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 72/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 3,030,376).
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 3030376
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 3050
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 10200
- Lighter: 215g vs 225g
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 92/100)
- Better portability (44/100 vs 29/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Cheaper: $999 vs $1999
- Better camera (87/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 79/100)
- Better value for money (82/100 vs 48/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 13 points higher (85/100 vs 72/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 52/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (82/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (98/100 vs 92/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (87/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra 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 Ultra (44/100 vs 29/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (82/100 vs 48/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3942923 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3640 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11033 | 10200 | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1968x2184 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| 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 | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 225 g | |
| Price | $1999 | $999 |
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:19 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Xiaomi 15 Ultra by 30.1% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1000. Xiaomi 15 Ultra is cheaper by $1000.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (98/100 vs 92/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (87/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra 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 Ultra (44/100 vs 29/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (82/100 vs 48/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 50/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (98/100 vs 92/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.