Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro (2024) runs on the Apple A18 Pro, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads — 74/100 vs 73/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 3582); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 1,782,199); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is thinner (4.5mm vs 8.3mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Pro better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 201g
- Better camera (86/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 1782199
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3400
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 8300
- Bigger battery: 4800 vs 3582 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 85/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 24/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide scores 1 points higher (74/100 vs 73/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads (98/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads (86/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads (52/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a bit better (98/100 vs 85/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (86/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (52/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (74/100 vs 56/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Pro | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 Pro | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1782199 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3400 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8300 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.3" Super Retina XDR OLED | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 1828x2448 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3582 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 17 / One UI 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.3 mm | 161.4×123.9×4.5 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | — |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
- 6.3" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
- 3582 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Pro and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads Apple iPhone 16 Pro by 54.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a bit better (98/100 vs 85/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (86/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (52/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (74/100 vs 56/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide edges out the Apple iPhone 16 Pro by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads on camera score (86/100 vs 50/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads on performance (98/100 vs 85/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a better fit for gamers and power users.