Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs Xiaomi Mi 9
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi Mi 9 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855; launch prices were $1999 and $400. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 73/100 vs 47/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 3300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,382,020 vs 824,513); the Xiaomi Mi 9 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 201g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Xiaomi Mi 9
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3382020 vs 824513
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 968
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2731
- Bigger battery: 4800 vs 3300 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Xiaomi Mi 9 better?
- Faster wireless charging: 20W vs 15W
- Lighter: 173g vs 201g
- Cheaper at launch: $400 vs $1999
- Better portability (79/100 vs 74/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the Xiaomi Mi 9, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 26 points higher (73/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (96/100 vs 54/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (52/100 vs 22/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 54/100, Xiaomi Mi 9 — 22/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 (96/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 (80/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 (52/100 vs 22/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9 is a bit better (79/100 vs 74/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | Xiaomi Mi 9 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | |
| AnTuTu | 3382020 | 824513 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 968 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 2731 | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1828x2448 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 3300 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 27W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 20W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 17 / One UI 9 | Android 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | — | |
| Dimensions | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | 157.5×74.7×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 173 g | |
| Launch price | $1999 | $400 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi Mi 9
- Main: 48MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Mi 9
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi Mi 9
- 3300 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 20W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Xiaomi Mi 9, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Xiaomi Mi 9 by 310.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1599. Xiaomi Mi 9 was $1599 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 (96/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 (80/100 vs 56/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 (52/100 vs 22/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9 is a bit better (79/100 vs 74/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Xiaomi Mi 9?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 by 26 points (73/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Xiaomi Mi 9?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Xiaomi Mi 9 — 47/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Xiaomi Mi 9?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Xiaomi Mi 9?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (96/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 over the Xiaomi Mi 9?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.