Apple iPhone 16 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
The Apple iPhone 16 (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600; launch prices were $799 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 16 leads — 68/100 vs 66/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has the bigger battery (4300 mAh vs 3561); 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).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
What makes Apple iPhone 16 better?
- Faster charging: 27W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Lighter: 170g vs 180g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1099
- Better camera (78/100 vs 35/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3113347 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Single: 3235 vs 3100
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10904 vs 7700
- Bigger battery: 4300 vs 3561 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 84/100)
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 61/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, the Apple iPhone 16 scores 2 points higher (68/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 leads (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (37/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 — 50/100, 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 is a bit better (93/100 vs 84/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (80/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (37/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Apple iPhone 16 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 3113347 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 3235 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7700 | 10904 | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3561 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 147 | — | |
| 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 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 147.6×71.6×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 170 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- 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
- 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16
- 3561 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Apple iPhone 16 by 36.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. Apple iPhone 16 was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (93/100 vs 84/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (80/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (78/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (37/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Apple iPhone 16 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Apple iPhone 16 edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Apple iPhone 16 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Apple iPhone 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (93/100 vs 84/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Apple iPhone 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.