Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1299 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads — 80/100 vs 73/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (5567 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,434,654 vs 3,382,020); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is noticeably lighter (201g vs 249g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3434654 vs 3382020
- Better Geekbench Single: 4733 vs 3639
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12836 vs 11047
- Bigger battery: 5567 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 60W vs 45W
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $1299 vs $1999
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 96/100)
- Better camera (71/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (67/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 201g vs 249g
- Better portability (74/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max scores 7 points higher (80/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads (71/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads (67/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max — 70/100, 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 Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (97/100 vs 96/100). 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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (71/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (67/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (74/100 vs 27/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3434654 | 3382020 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4733 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 12836 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1320x2868 | 1828x2448 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5567 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | Android 17 / One UI 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | |
| Weight | 249 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- 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 Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 5567 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 by 1.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $700. Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max was $700 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (97/100 vs 96/100).
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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (71/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (67/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (74/100 vs 27/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (71/100 vs 50/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.