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ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro vs Galaxy Z Fold8

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

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ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro
· 2024

ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro

$1199
90.8/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
90.8
Benchmark
Performance95/100
Camera91/100
Battery94/100
Galaxy Z Fold8
Samsung · 2026

Galaxy Z Fold8

$1649
91.8/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
91.8
Benchmark
Performance96/100
Camera92/100
Battery86/100

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro:
  • ✓$450 lower launch MSRP ($1199 vs $1649)
  • ✓Larger 5,500 mAh battery capacity (+700 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
Reasons to buy Galaxy Z Fold8:
  • ✓24g lighter chassis (201g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓7.6" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationASUS ROG Phone 8 ProGalaxy Z Fold8
1. Display & Screen
Screen Type & TechAMOLEDFoldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 3000 nits (peak)
Screen Size6.78"7.6"
Resolution & Density2400x1080 (391 ppi)2448 x 1848 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~404 ppi) (404 ppi)
Refresh Rate165 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness2,500 nits peak1525 nits (measured)
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassCorning Gorilla Glass Victus Ceramic 3 / Flex Titanium
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm)
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 14Android 17, One UI 9 (7 major OS updates) 17
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory24 GB16 GB
Internal Storage512GB / 1024GB256GB / 512GB / 1TB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashUFS 4.x
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera50 MP, f/1.9, OIS, Sony IMX89050 MP, f/1.8, 23mm (wide), 1/1.56", OIS, dual pixel PDAF, OIS
Telephoto Zoom32 MP (3x optical zoom), f/2.4None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera13 MP, f/2.250 MP, f/1.9, 120˚ (ultrawide)
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
8K@30fps4K@30/60/120fps1080p@240fpsgyro-EISOIS
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@30/60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens32 MP, f/2.4510 MP, f/2.2, 18mm (ultrawide)
7. Body & Dimensions
Dimensions163.8 x 76.8 x 8.9 mmUnfolded: 161.4 x 123.9 x 4.5 mm, Folded: 81.9 x 123.9 x 9.7 mm
Weight225 g201 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front (Gorilla Glass Victus Ceramic 3) folded, plastic front unfolded, glass back, aluminum frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (dual active)
Water ResistanceIP68IP48 dust and water resistant
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity5,500 mAh4,800 mAh
Wired Fast Charging65W wired fast charging45W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging15W wireless charging20W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersYes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct)
Bluetooth5.46.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.2USB Type-C 3.2, OTG
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes (Samsung Pay Visa, MasterCard certified)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch Price$1199$1649
Editorial Lab Verdict

Galaxy Z Fold8 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 91.8/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Galaxy Z Fold8 ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) architecture and verified 92/100 camera rating.

When to buy ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro:
Larger battery capacity: 5,500 mAh (+700 mAh more) · Significantly faster wired charging: 65W vs max 45W
When to buy Galaxy Z Fold8:
Higher overall BeastScore: 91.8 vs top rival 90.8 · Brighter screen: 3,000 nits peak vs 2,500 nits
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro vs Galaxy Z Fold8

Which phone is better: ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro or Galaxy Z Fold8?

Galaxy Z Fold8 leads with an overall BeastScore of 91.8/100 compared to ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro (90.8/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 91.8 vs top rival 90.8 and Brighter screen: 3,000 nits peak vs 2,500 nits.

What are the primary battery and display differences between ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro and Galaxy Z Fold8?

ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro is equipped with a 6.78-inch display and 5500 mAh battery, while Galaxy Z Fold8 features a 7.6-inch display and 4800 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro and Galaxy Z Fold8?

In lab hardware evaluations, ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro scores 91/100 in camera performance, while Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 92/100.

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