Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs ZTE Blade A52

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the ZTE Blade A52 (2022) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 65/100 vs 9/100 (a 56-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Blade A52 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP.

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 by 56 points (65/100 vs 9/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Performance 92
Display 100
Camera 45
Battery 40
Design 31
Value for money 0
ZTE Blade A52
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 32
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
  • 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 36/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
What makes ZTE Blade A52 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
  • Lighter: 214g vs 215g

  • Better design/ergonomics (32/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the ZTE Blade A52, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 56 points higher (65/100 vs 9/100). 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 "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade A52 leads (55/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 (45/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the ZTE Blade A52 are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE Blade A52 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (32/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade A52 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (55/100 vs 0/100).

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.
ZTE Blade A52: The ZTE Blade A52 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 ZTE Blade A52
Processor Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Unisoc
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 5000 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 / 64GB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8.5 Android 11
NFC yes yes
Protection IP48
Dimensions 168.0×77.5×9.4 mm
Weight 215 g 214 g
Price $1999
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 10MP
45
camera
ZTE Blade A52
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 1968x2184
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
ZTE Blade A52
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
40
battery
ZTE Blade A52
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
$1999
ZTE Blade A52
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 (92/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 (45/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the ZTE Blade A52 are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the ZTE Blade A52 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (32/100 vs 31/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade A52 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (55/100 vs 0/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the ZTE Blade A52?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 by 56 points (65/100 vs 9/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the ZTE Blade A52?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the ZTE Blade A52 — 9/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the ZTE Blade A52?

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?

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?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The ZTE Blade A52 is a better fit for everyday use.