Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs ZTE V40 Pro

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the ZTE V40 Pro (2022) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T618. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 65/100 vs 22/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE V40 Pro has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE V40 Pro doesn't; the ZTE V40 Pro is noticeably lighter (190g vs 215g).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro by 43 points (65/100 vs 22/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Performance 92
Display 100
Camera 45
Battery 40
Design 31
Value for money 0
ZTE V40 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 37
Battery 50
Design 62
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (45/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
What makes ZTE V40 Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 5100 vs 4800 mAh
  • Faster charging: 65W vs 45W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 190g vs 215g

  • Longer battery life (50/100 vs 40/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the ZTE V40 Pro, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 43 points higher (65/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro leads (50/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the ZTE V40 Pro leads (55/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (45/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (50/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE V40 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (62/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the ZTE V40 Pro 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 V40 Pro: The ZTE V40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 ZTE V40 Pro
Processor Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Unisoc Tiger T618
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
Battery 4800 mAh 5100 mAh
Charging 45W 65W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 10 MP 16 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 6GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8.5 Android 11
NFC yes no
Protection IP48
Dimensions 163.9×76.2×8.3 mm
Weight 215 g 190 g
Price $1999
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 10MP
45
camera
ZTE V40 Pro
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 1968x2184
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
ZTE V40 Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
40
battery
ZTE V40 Pro
  • 5100 mAh
  • Wired: 65W
  • No wireless charging
50
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
$1999
ZTE V40 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (92/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (45/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (50/100 vs 40/100).

design

In the "design" category, the ZTE V40 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (62/100 vs 31/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the ZTE V40 Pro 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 V40 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro by 43 points (65/100 vs 22/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the ZTE V40 Pro — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (45/100 vs 37/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 over the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The ZTE V40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.