Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600; launch prices were $999 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 66/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has the bigger battery (4900 mAh vs 4300).

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Performance 91
Display 89
Camera 40
Battery 54
Portability 72
Value for money 52
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
Performance 94
Display 80
Camera 35
Battery 37
Portability 80
Value for money 44
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
  • Bigger battery: 4900 vs 4300 mAh
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
  • Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1099

  • Better camera (40/100 vs 35/100)
  • Longer battery life (54/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 80/100)
  • Better value for money (52/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3271 vs 2900
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11051 vs 9200
  • Lighter: 180g vs 190g

  • Higher performance (94/100 vs 91/100)
  • Better portability (80/100 vs 72/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 4 points higher (70/100 vs 66/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (54/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (94/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (54/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (80/100 vs 72/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (52/100 vs 44/100).

Samsung Galaxy S26+: The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8: The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy S26+ Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
Processor Samsung Exynos 2600 Exynos 2600
AnTuTu 3161830 3161830
Geekbench Single 2900 3271
Geekbench Multi 9200 11051
Display 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 3120x1440 1080x2520
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4900 mAh 4300 mAh
Charging 45W 25W
Wireless charging 15W 15W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 10 MP 0 MP
Front camera 12 MP 10 MP
RAM 12GB 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8.5 Android 16 / One UI 8.5
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits 2600 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP48
Dimensions 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm
Weight 190 g 180 g
Launch price $999 $1099
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 12MP
40
camera
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
35
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 3120x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
89
display
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
  • 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 1080x2520
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
80
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • 4900 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
54
battery
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
  • 4300 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
37
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy S26+ and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy S26+ Samsung Exynos 2600
70/100
3161830 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 Exynos 2600
66/100
3161830 AnTuTu

Equal performance based on benchmark results.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy S26+
$999
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
$1099

Launch price difference: $100. Samsung Galaxy S26+ was $100 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (94/100 vs 91/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 35/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (54/100 vs 37/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (80/100 vs 72/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (52/100 vs 44/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ 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 S26+ and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 66/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 35/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26+ over the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.