Apple iPhone 13 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro (2021) runs on the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600; launch prices were $999 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads — 66/100 vs 65/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has the bigger battery (4300 mAh vs 3095); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,113,347 vs 1,413,275); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 204g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 13 Pro
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
What makes Apple iPhone 13 Pro better?
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1099
- Better camera (73/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3113347 vs 1413275
- Better Geekbench Single: 3235 vs 2315
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10904 vs 5753
- Bigger battery: 4300 vs 3095 mAh
- Faster charging: 25W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Lighter: 180g vs 204g
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 20/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 13 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 scores 1 points higher (66/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (93/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro leads (73/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (37/100 vs 20/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 13 Pro — 40/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 42/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro (93/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (73/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro (37/100 vs 20/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro (80/100 vs 60/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 13 Pro | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A15 Bionic | Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 1413275 | 3113347 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2315 | 3235 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5753 | 10904 | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1170x2532 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3095 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 141 | — | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 15 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.7 mm | — | |
| Weight | 204 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 13 Pro
- Main: 12MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 13 Pro
- 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1170x2532
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 13 Pro
- 3095 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 13 Pro and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Apple iPhone 13 Pro by 54.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. Apple iPhone 13 Pro was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro (93/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (73/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro (37/100 vs 20/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro (80/100 vs 60/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 13 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 edges out the Apple iPhone 13 Pro by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 13 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 13 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro leads on camera score (73/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 13 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (93/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 13 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.