Apple iPhone 16 Plus vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads — 66/100 vs 65/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus has the bigger battery (4674 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,113,347 vs 1,972,476); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 199g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Plus better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3431 vs 3235
- Bigger battery: 4674 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Longer battery life (47/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3113347 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10904 vs 8638
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 180g vs 199g
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 86/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 34/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Plus vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 scores 1 points higher (66/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus leads (47/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (93/100 vs 86/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a bit better (90/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Apple iPhone 16 Plus are nearly equal (35/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a bit better (47/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (80/100 vs 61/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Plus | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 3113347 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3431 | 3235 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8638 | 10904 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1290x2796 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4674 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 18, upgradable to iOS 18.1 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 160.9×77.8×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 199 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1290x2796
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- 4674 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 25W
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Plus and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Apple iPhone 16 Plus by 36.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Apple iPhone 16 Plus
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (93/100 vs 86/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a bit better (90/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Apple iPhone 16 Plus are nearly equal (35/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a bit better (47/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (80/100 vs 61/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 edges out the Apple iPhone 16 Plus by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Plus and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 66/100.
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (93/100 vs 86/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Plus over the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.