Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $799 and $2199. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads — 71/100 vs 54/100 (a 17-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 (3,942,923 vs 2,856,499); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 215g).
Samsung Galaxy S26
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- Lighter: 162g vs 215g
- Cheaper: $799 vs $2199
- Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 31/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 0/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 2856499
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 2880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 9100
- 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 (92/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (64/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 15/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra scores 17 points higher (71/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (64/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (51/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (55/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (92/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (64/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (51/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (97/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (55/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2856499 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | 11033 | |
| 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 16 / One UI 8.5 | 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 | |
| Price | $799 | $2199 |
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 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
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy S26 by 27.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1400. Samsung Galaxy S26 is cheaper by $1400.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (92/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (64/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (51/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (97/100 vs 31/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (55/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S26 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on camera score (64/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users.