Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 65/100 vs 5/100 (a 60-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 doesn't.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (45/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (40/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 31/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 60 points higher (65/100 vs 5/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (45/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (40/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 leads (55/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (45/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (40/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (50/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (55/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | — | |
| AnTuTu | 3942923 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3640 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11033 | — | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 1.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1968x2184 | 466x466 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | — | |
| Charging | 45W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | — | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | — | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | — | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68 | |
| Weight | 215 g | — | |
| Price | $1999 | — |
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- Main: —
- Front: —
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- 1.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 466x466
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- —
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (92/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (45/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (40/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (50/100 vs 31/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (55/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 by 60 points (65/100 vs 5/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 — 5/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (45/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 over the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 is a better fit for everyday use.