Samsung Galaxy A55 5G vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8

Compare Samsung Galaxy A55 5G vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 side by side: Samsung Exynos 1480 (4nm) vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform for…

Samsung

Galaxy Z Fold 8

$1,900

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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 Samsung Galaxy A55 5G, 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 Galaxy A55 5G 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.

🏷️ ValueGalaxy A55 5G

Galaxy A55 5G provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $449 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.

Galaxy A55 5G vs Galaxy Z Fold 8: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Samsung Galaxy A55 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	Galaxy A55 5G	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Screen size	6.6"	7.6"
Resolution	1080 x 2340	1848 x 2448Winner
Pixel density	390 ppi	404 ppiWinner
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Peak brightness	1000 nits	2400 nitsWinner

Performance

Performance comparison between the Samsung Galaxy A55 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	Galaxy A55 5G	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Chipset	Samsung Exynos 1480 (4nm)	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform for Galaxy
Process node	4 nm	3 nmWinner
AnTuTu score	735,000	2,400,000Winner
Geekbench multi	3520	8900Winner
Maximum RAM	12 GB	16 GBWinner
Maximum storage	256GB	1TBWinner

Camera

Camera comparison between the Samsung Galaxy A55 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	Galaxy A55 5G	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Main sensor	50 MP	50 MP
Rear cameras	3Winner	2
Ultrawide	12 MP	50 MPWinner
Selfie camera	32 MPWinner	10 MP
Max video	4K at 30fps / 1080p at 60fps / 720p at 480fps slo-mo	8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Samsung Galaxy A55 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	Galaxy A55 5G	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Capacity	5,000 mAhWinner	4,800 mAh
Wired charging	25 W	45 WWinner
Wireless charging	No	20 WWinner

Design

Design comparison between the Samsung Galaxy A55 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	Galaxy A55 5G	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Weight	213 g	201 gWinner
Thickness	8.2 mm	4.5 mmWinner
Water resistance	IP67	IP48
Build	Brushed metal aluminum frame, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ front and back, Key Island design	Armor Aluminum frame, glass back

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Samsung Galaxy A55 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	Galaxy A55 5G	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Operating system	Android 14 (One UI 6.1)	Android 17
OS updates	4 years	6 yearsWinner
Security updates	5 years	6 yearsWinner

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Samsung Galaxy A55 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	Galaxy A55 5G	Galaxy Z Fold 8
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax, dual-band 2.4/5GHz, HE80)	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth)
Storage expansion	microSD	None
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$449Winner	$1,900