Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs ZTE Axon 50 Ultra

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 72/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra 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 (3,942,923 vs 1,425,446); the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is noticeably lighter (199g vs 215g).

The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Performance 98
Display 79
Camera 50
Battery 52
Portability 44
Value for money 48
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
Performance 71
Display 89
Camera 86
Battery 56
Portability 50
Value for money
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 1425446
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1761
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 4688

  • Higher performance (98/100 vs 71/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 50 Ultra better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Lighter: 199g vs 215g

  • Better camera (86/100 vs 50/100)
  • Longer battery life (56/100 vs 52/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
  • Better portability (50/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra scores 1 points higher (73/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (98/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (98/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (86/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (50/100 vs 44/100).

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra: The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
Processor Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
AnTuTu 3942923 1425446
Geekbench Single 3640 1761
Geekbench Multi 11033 4688
Display 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1968x2184 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 4800 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 45W 80W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 10 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8.5 Android 12, MyOS 12
NFC yes yes
Protection IP48 IP54
Dimensions 161.8×73.1×8.9 mm
Weight 215 g 199 g
Price $1999
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 10MP
50
camera
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
86
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 1968x2184
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
89
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
52
battery
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
56
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and ZTE Axon 50 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
72/100
3942923 AnTuTu
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
73/100 -176.6%
1425446 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads ZTE Axon 50 Ultra by 176.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
$1999
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (98/100 vs 71/100).

display

In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (86/100 vs 50/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 52/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (50/100 vs 44/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra — 73/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 50/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (98/100 vs 71/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 over the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.