Nothing Phone (1) vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Compare Nothing Phone (1) vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G (6 nm) vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform…
Nothing
Phone (1)
$469
3categories won
Samsung
Galaxy Z Fold 8
$1,900
13categories won
5 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 takes the overall win
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 proves superior overall against the Nothing Phone (1), outperforming on battery endurance and daily usability. In camera testing, the two devices offer similar flexibility, 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 Phone (1) if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
Galaxy Z Fold 8 takes battery honors offering 4,800 mAh alongside 45W charging.
Galaxy Z Fold 8 provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform for Galaxy and 16GB RAM.
Both camera setups are closely matched for daily street photography and low-light shooting.
Phone (1) provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $469 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.
Phone (1) vs Galaxy Z Fold 8: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Phone (1) | Galaxy Z Fold 8 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.55" | 7.6" |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 | 1848 x 2448Winner |
| Pixel density | 402 ppi | 404 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 1200 nits | 2400 nitsWinner |
Performance
| Specification | Phone (1) | Galaxy Z Fold 8 |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G (6 nm) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform for Galaxy |
| Process node | 6 nm | 3 nmWinner |
| AnTuTu score | 605,000 | 2,400,000Winner |
| Geekbench multi | 2980 | 8900Winner |
| Maximum RAM | 8 GB | 16 GBWinner |
| Maximum storage | 128GB | 1TBWinner |
Camera
| Specification | Phone (1) | Galaxy Z Fold 8 |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | 2 | 2 |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Selfie camera | 16 MPWinner | 10 MP |
| Max video | 4K at 30fps | 8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Phone (1) | Galaxy Z Fold 8 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 4,500 mAh | 4,800 mAhWinner |
| Wired charging | 33 W | 45 WWinner |
| Wireless charging | 15 W | 20 WWinner |
Design
| Specification | Phone (1) | Galaxy Z Fold 8 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 193.5 gWinner | 201 g |
| Thickness | 8.3 mm | 4.5 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP53 | IP48 |
| Build | 100% recycled aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass 5 front and back | Armor Aluminum frame, glass back |
Software and support
| Specification | Phone (1) | Galaxy Z Fold 8 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 12 | Android 17 |
| OS updates | 3 years | 6 yearsWinner |
| Security updates | 4 years | 6 yearsWinner |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Phone (1) | 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 | $469Winner | $1,900 |
Nothing Phone (1)
Carl Pei's groundbreaking debut smartphone, the Nothing Phone (1) introduced the iconic Glyph Interface with 900 individual LEDs, transparent industrial design, symmetrical OLED borders, and wireless charging on a mid-range Qualcomm chip.
- Display
- 6.55"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G (6 nm)
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 4,500mAh
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