Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, 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 Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 70/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,463,142 vs 2,814,251).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 2814251
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 60W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Lighter: 214g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $1299 vs $1999
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 93/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3601
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10686
- Overall rating 70/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 14 points higher (84/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 50/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 78/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 48/100; 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 S26 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (96/100 vs 93/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (86/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3463142 | 2814251 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 214 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 by 23.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $700. Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra was $700 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (96/100 vs 93/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (86/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 50/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.