Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $1999 and $700. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 70/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (2,814,251 vs 1,757,044).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2814251 vs 1757044
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5311
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 76/100)
- Better portability (44/100 vs 30/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 60 Ultra better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
- Cheaper at launch: $700 vs $1999
- Better camera (78/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra scores 3 points higher (73/100 vs 70/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (93/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads (63/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 48/100, ZTE Axon 60 Ultra — 60/100; 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 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (93/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (78/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a bit better (63/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (44/100 vs 30/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | ZTE Axon 60 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 2814251 | 1757044 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 5311 | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1968x2184 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| 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 | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 14 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.6×76.0×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | — | |
| Launch price | $1999 | $700 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and ZTE Axon 60 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads ZTE Axon 60 Ultra by 60.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1299. ZTE Axon 60 Ultra was $1299 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (93/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (78/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a bit better (63/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (44/100 vs 30/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 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 60 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads on camera score (78/100 vs 50/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (93/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 over the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a better fit for active users.