Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs ZTE Blade A52 Lite
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) and the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (2022) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 65/100 vs 7/100 (a 58-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE Blade A52 Lite doesn't; the ZTE Blade A52 Lite is noticeably lighter (188g vs 215g).
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
ZTE Blade A52 Lite
- Bigger battery: 4800 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (45/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (40/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Lighter: 188g vs 215g
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 31/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the ZTE Blade A52 Lite, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 58 points higher (65/100 vs 7/100). 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 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade A52 Lite leads (55/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (45/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (40/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE Blade A52 Lite significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (65/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade A52 Lite significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (55/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | ZTE Blade A52 Lite | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | — | |
| AnTuTu | 3942923 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3640 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11033 | — | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1968x2184 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 11 (Go edition) | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP48 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $1999 | — |
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
ZTE Blade A52 Lite
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Blade A52 Lite
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
ZTE Blade A52 Lite
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
ZTE Blade A52 Lite
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (92/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (45/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (40/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the ZTE Blade A52 Lite significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (65/100 vs 31/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade A52 Lite significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (55/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the ZTE Blade A52 Lite?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite by 58 points (65/100 vs 7/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the ZTE Blade A52 Lite?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the ZTE Blade A52 Lite — 7/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the ZTE Blade A52 Lite?
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 ZTE Blade A52 Lite?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 over the ZTE Blade A52 Lite?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The ZTE Blade A52 Lite is a better fit for everyday use.