Huawei Mate 70 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8

Compare Huawei Mate 70 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 side by side: HiSilicon Kirin 9020 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform for Galaxy, 50MP vs…

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Galaxy Z Fold 8

$1,900

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Huawei Mate 70 takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Huawei Mate 70 claims the overall win over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8, delivering a stronger technical package across battery endurance and core hardware. For battery longevity and charging speed, the Huawei Mate 70 takes the lead, while the Galaxy Z Fold 8 is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the Huawei Mate 70 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Galaxy Z Fold 8 if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryHuawei Mate 70

Huawei Mate 70 wins on endurance with 5,300 mAh and 66W fast 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.

📸 CameraHuawei Mate 70

Huawei Mate 70 wins photography with 50MP main imaging and 5x dedicated optical zoom.

🏷️ ValueHuawei Mate 70

Huawei Mate 70 provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $849 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.

Huawei Mate 70 vs Galaxy Z Fold 8: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Huawei Mate 70, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	Huawei Mate 70	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Screen size	6.7"	7.6"
Resolution	1216 x 2688	1848 x 2448Winner
Pixel density	440 ppiWinner	404 ppi
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Peak brightness	2500 nits	2400 nits

Performance

Performance comparison between the Huawei Mate 70, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	Huawei Mate 70	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Chipset	HiSilicon Kirin 9020	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform for Galaxy
Process node	7 nm	3 nmWinner
AnTuTu score	1,250,000	2,400,000Winner
Geekbench multi	4920	8900Winner
Maximum RAM	12 GB	16 GBWinner
Maximum storage	1TB	1TB

Camera

Camera comparison between the Huawei Mate 70, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	Huawei Mate 70	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Main sensor	50 MP	50 MP
Rear cameras	3Winner	2
Optical zoom	5x	—
Ultrawide	40 MP	50 MPWinner
Selfie camera	13 MPWinner	10 MP
Max video	4K@60fps, 1080p@960fps	—

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Huawei Mate 70, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	Huawei Mate 70	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Capacity	5,300 mAhWinner	4,800 mAh
Wired charging	66 WWinner	45 W
Wireless charging	50 WWinner	20 W

Design

Design comparison between the Huawei Mate 70, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	Huawei Mate 70	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Weight	204 g	201 g
Thickness	7.8 mm	4.5 mmWinner
Water resistance	IP68 / IP69	IP48
Build	Flat aerospace metal frame, second-gen Kunlun glass front, brocade textured back	Armor Aluminum frame, glass back

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Huawei Mate 70, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	Huawei Mate 70	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Operating system	HarmonyOS NEXT / 4.3	Android 17
OS updates	4 years	6 yearsWinner
Security updates	5 years	6 yearsWinner

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Huawei Mate 70, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	Huawei Mate 70	Galaxy Z Fold 8
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)	—
Storage expansion	microSD	None
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$849Winner	$1,900

Huawei Mate 70

The Huawei Mate 70 caters to flat screen purists, offering a flat 6.7-inch 120Hz LTPO OLED display protected by Second-Gen Kunlun Glass. Equipped with the Kirin 9020 chip, Red Maple spectral sensor with variable f/1.4-f/4.0 aperture, 5x optical periscope zoom, 50W wireless charging, and IP68/IP69 rating.

Display: 6.7"
Chipset: HiSilicon Kirin 9020
Main camera: 50MP
Battery: 5,300mAh

Full Huawei Mate 70 specifications →

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 is a premium $1900 book-style foldable aimed at power users and multitasking enthusiasts. Featuring a remarkably thin 4.5mm profile, dual 120Hz AMOLED displays, and the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, it delivers high-end performance, though its high price demands serious investment.

Display: 7.6"
Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform for Galaxy
Main camera: 50MP
Battery: 4,800mAh

Full Galaxy Z Fold 8 specifications →