Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs ZTE Blade V50

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) is priced at $1999, the ZTE Blade V50 (2023) at $351. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 65/100 vs 32/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Blade V50 is noticeably lighter (178g vs 215g).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 by 33 points (65/100 vs 32/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Performance 92
Display 100
Camera 45
Battery 40
Design 31
Value for money 0
ZTE Blade V50
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 35
Design 77
Value for money 86
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 33W

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (45/100 vs 27/100)
  • Longer battery life (40/100 vs 35/100)
What makes ZTE Blade V50 better?
  • Lighter: 178g vs 215g
  • Cheaper: $351 vs $1999

  • Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the ZTE Blade V50, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 33 points higher (65/100 vs 32/100). 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 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade V50 leads (86/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 (45/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (40/100 vs 35/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE Blade V50 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (77/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade V50 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (86/100 vs 0/100).

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.
ZTE Blade V50: The ZTE Blade V50 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 ZTE Blade V50
Processor Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 3942923
Geekbench Single 3640
Geekbench Multi 11033
Display 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1968x2184 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4800 mAh 4800 mAh
Charging 45W 33W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 10 MP 16 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 6GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8.5 Android 13
NFC yes yes
Protection IP48
Dimensions 161.9×72.8×8.0 mm
Weight 215 g 178 g
Price $1999 $351
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 10MP
45
camera
ZTE Blade V50
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 1968x2184
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
ZTE Blade V50
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
40
battery
ZTE Blade V50
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
35
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
$1999
ZTE Blade V50
$351

Price difference: $1648. ZTE Blade V50 is cheaper by $1648.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 (92/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 (45/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (40/100 vs 35/100).

design

In the "design" category, the ZTE Blade V50 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (77/100 vs 31/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade V50 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (86/100 vs 0/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the ZTE Blade V50?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 by 33 points (65/100 vs 32/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the ZTE Blade V50?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the ZTE Blade V50 — 32/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the ZTE Blade V50?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (45/100 vs 27/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the ZTE Blade V50?

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 V50?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The ZTE Blade V50 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.