Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8

Compare Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile…

Samsung

Galaxy Z Fold 8

$1,900

6categories won

8 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 Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim, outperforming on battery endurance and daily usability. 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 S25 Slim 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.

🎮 GamingTie

Both handsets deliver top-tier speed with Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy and smooth everyday multitasking.

📸 CameraGalaxy Z Fold 8

Galaxy Z Fold 8 takes photography with 50MP optics.

🏷️ ValueGalaxy S25 Slim

Galaxy S25 Slim provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $999 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 S25 Slim vs Galaxy Z Fold 8: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	Galaxy S25 Slim	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Screen size	6.66"	7.6"
Resolution	1440 x 3120	1848 x 2448Winner
Pixel density	516 ppiWinner	404 ppi
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Peak brightness	3000 nitsWinner	2400 nits

Performance

Performance comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	Galaxy S25 Slim	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Chipset	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform for Galaxy
Process node	3 nm	3 nm
AnTuTu score	2,400,000	2,400,000
Geekbench multi	8900	8900
Maximum RAM	16 GB	16 GB
Maximum storage	512GB	1TBWinner

Camera

Camera comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	Galaxy S25 Slim	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Main sensor	50 MP	50 MP
Rear cameras	2	2
Ultrawide	12 MP	50 MPWinner
Selfie camera	16 MPWinner	10 MP
Max video	8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps	8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	Galaxy S25 Slim	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Capacity	4,400 mAh	4,800 mAhWinner
Wired charging	45 W	45 W
Wireless charging	15 W	20 WWinner

Design

Design comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	Galaxy S25 Slim	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Weight	168 gWinner	201 g
Thickness	6.6 mm	4.5 mmWinner
Water resistance	IP68	IP48
Build	Grade 5 Titanium frame, Gorilla Glass Armor 2 front, matte glass back	Armor Aluminum frame, glass back

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	Galaxy S25 Slim	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Operating system	Android 15	Android 17
OS updates	7 yearsWinner	6 years
Security updates	7 yearsWinner	6 years

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	Galaxy S25 Slim	Galaxy Z Fold 8
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth)	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth)
Storage expansion	None	None
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$999Winner	$1,900