Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (nm). By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 73/100 vs 70/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,382,020 vs 1,294,871); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is thinner (4.5mm vs 8.4mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3382020 vs 1294871
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4188
- Lighter: 201g vs 204g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 68/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 52/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (86/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 3 points higher (73/100 vs 70/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (96/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition leads (86/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition (96/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 80/100. In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (86/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 52/100. In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition (74/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (nm) | |
| AnTuTu | 3382020 | 1294871 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 4188 | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.7" Oled | |
| Resolution | 1828x2448 | 1116x2480 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 17 / One UI 9 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | — | |
| Dimensions | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | 163.3×73.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 204 g | |
| Launch price | $1999 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition
- 6.7" Oled
- Resolution: 1116x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition by 161.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition (96/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 80/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (86/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 52/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition (74/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 edges out the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition?
The ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition leads on camera score (86/100 vs 50/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (96/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 over the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.