Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1199 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 73/100 vs 71/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,382,020 vs 1,762,339); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is noticeably lighter (201g vs 234g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $1199 vs $1999
- Better camera (73/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3382020 vs 1762339
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5311
- Lighter: 201g vs 234g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 76/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 29/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 2 points higher (73/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (96/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads (73/100 vs 50/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra — 52/100, 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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (96/100 vs 76/100). 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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (73/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (74/100 vs 29/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1762339 | 3382020 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1440x3088 | 1828x2448 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 140 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI 8 | Android 17 / One UI 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.1×8.9 mm | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | |
| Weight | 234 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3088
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra by 47.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $800. Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra was $800 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (96/100 vs 76/100).
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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (73/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (74/100 vs 29/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 edges out the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra by just 2 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 Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads on camera score (73/100 vs 50/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (96/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.