Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600; launch prices were $1299 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads — 80/100 vs 66/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (5567 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,551,073 vs 3,113,347); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 249g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3551073 vs 3113347
- Better Geekbench Single: 4612 vs 3235
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11819 vs 10904
- Bigger battery: 5567 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 60W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 93/100)
- Better camera (71/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (67/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 180g vs 249g
- Cheaper at launch: $1099 vs $1299
- Better portability (80/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max scores 14 points higher (80/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads (71/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads (67/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max — 70/100, 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 Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (97/100 vs 93/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (71/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (67/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (80/100 vs 27/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 3551073 | 3113347 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4612 | 3235 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11819 | 10904 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1320x2868 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5567 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 249 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2868
- 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 18 Pro Max
- 5567 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 by 14.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (97/100 vs 93/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (71/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (67/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (80/100 vs 27/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (71/100 vs 35/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.