Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600; launch prices were $1199 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads — 70/100 vs 66/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,113,347 vs 1,684,869); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 234g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (73/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3113347 vs 1684869
- Better Geekbench Single: 3235 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10904 vs 5311
- Lighter: 180g vs 234g
- Cheaper at launch: $1099 vs $1199
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 75/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 29/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra scores 4 points higher (70/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (93/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads (73/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads (56/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra — 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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (93/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (73/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (56/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (80/100 vs 29/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 1684869 | 3113347 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3235 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 10904 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1440x3088 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 140 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI 8 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.1×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 234 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3088
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra by 45.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (93/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (73/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (56/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (80/100 vs 29/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads on camera score (73/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (93/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra over the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.