Apple iPhone 12 mini vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8

Compare Apple iPhone 12 mini vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 side by side: Apple A14 Bionic (5 nm) vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform for Galaxy…

Apple

Galaxy Z Fold 8

$1,900

14categories won

2 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 proves superior overall against the Apple iPhone 12 mini, outperforming on gaming and photography. In camera testing, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 leads with superior optics, while battery endurance leans towards the Galaxy Z Fold 8. Choose the Galaxy Z Fold 8 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the iPhone 12 mini if its lower retail price better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryGalaxy Z Fold 8

Galaxy Z Fold 8 takes battery honors offering 4,800 mAh alongside 45W charging.

🎮 GamingGalaxy Z Fold 8

Galaxy Z Fold 8 provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform for Galaxy and 16GB RAM.

📸 CameraGalaxy Z Fold 8

Galaxy Z Fold 8 takes photography with 50MP optics.

🏷️ ValueiPhone 12 mini

iPhone 12 mini provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $699 vs $1900.

Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.

iPhone 12 mini vs Galaxy Z Fold 8: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Apple iPhone 12 mini, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	iPhone 12 mini	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Screen size	5.4"	7.6"
Resolution	1080 x 2340	1848 x 2448Winner
Pixel density	477 ppiWinner	404 ppi
Refresh rate	60 Hz	120 HzWinner
Peak brightness	1200 nits	2400 nitsWinner

Performance

Performance comparison between the Apple iPhone 12 mini, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	iPhone 12 mini	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Chipset	Apple A14 Bionic (5 nm)	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform for Galaxy
Process node	5 nm	3 nmWinner
AnTuTu score	1,050,000	2,400,000Winner
Geekbench multi	4720	8900Winner
Maximum RAM	4 GB	16 GBWinner
Maximum storage	64GB	1TBWinner

Camera

Camera comparison between the Apple iPhone 12 mini, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	iPhone 12 mini	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Main sensor	12 MP	50 MPWinner
Rear cameras	2	2
Ultrawide	12 MP	50 MPWinner
Selfie camera	12 MPWinner	10 MP
Max video	4K at 60fps Dolby Vision HDR	8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Apple iPhone 12 mini, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	iPhone 12 mini	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Capacity	2,227 mAh	4,800 mAhWinner
Wired charging	20 W	45 WWinner
Wireless charging	12 W	20 WWinner

Design

Design comparison between the Apple iPhone 12 mini, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	iPhone 12 mini	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Weight	135 gWinner	201 g
Thickness	7.4 mm	4.5 mmWinner
Water resistance	IP68	IP48
Build	Aerospace-grade aluminum frame, Ceramic Shield front, glass back	Armor Aluminum frame, glass back

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Apple iPhone 12 mini, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	iPhone 12 mini	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Operating system	iOS 14	Android 17
OS updates	6 years	6 years
Security updates	7 yearsWinner	6 years

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Apple iPhone 12 mini, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	iPhone 12 mini	Galaxy Z Fold 8
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth)
Storage expansion	None	None
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$699Winner	$1,900