Apple iPhone 16 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Apple iPhone 16 (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $799 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 73/100 vs 68/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 3561); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,382,020 vs 1,972,476); the Apple iPhone 16 is noticeably lighter (170g vs 201g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
What makes Apple iPhone 16 better?
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Lighter: 170g vs 201g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1999
- Better camera (78/100 vs 50/100)
- Better portability (79/100 vs 74/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3382020 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3100
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 7700
- Bigger battery: 4800 vs 3561 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 84/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 5 points higher (73/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (96/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 leads (78/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (52/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 — 50/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 54/100; 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 Fold8 is a bit better (96/100 vs 84/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (80/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (78/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (52/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 is a bit better (79/100 vs 74/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 3382020 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7700 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 1828x2448 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3561 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 147 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 17 / One UI 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 147.6×71.6×7.8 mm | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16
- 3561 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Apple iPhone 16 by 41.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1200. Apple iPhone 16 was $1200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (96/100 vs 84/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (80/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (78/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (52/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 is a bit better (79/100 vs 74/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 edges out the Apple iPhone 16 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Apple iPhone 16 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Apple iPhone 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 50/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (96/100 vs 84/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Apple iPhone 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.