Samsung Galaxy S25 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S25 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $799 and $2199. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads — 77/100 vs 66/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,453,998 vs 2,920,032); the Samsung Galaxy S25 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 better?
- Lighter: 162g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $2199
- Better display (81/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3453998 vs 2920032
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3050
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 9600
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 60W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra scores 11 points higher (77/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (67/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (61/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S25 — 46/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 62/100; 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 Ultra is a bit better (96/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra are nearly equal (81/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 (67/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 (61/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (89/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2920032 | 3453998 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9600 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 162 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $2199 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S25
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy S25 by 15.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1400. Samsung Galaxy S25 was $1400 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a bit better (96/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra are nearly equal (81/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 (67/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 (61/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (89/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S25 — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on camera score (67/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S25 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users.