Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, 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 Z Flip8 leads — 66/100 vs 47/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has the bigger battery (4300 mAh vs 3300); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 1,119,714).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
Performance 63
Display 82
Camera 16
Battery 19
Portability 76
Value for money 6
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
Performance 94
Display 80
Camera 35
Battery 37
Portability 80
Value for money 44
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 better?
  • Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1099

  • Better display (82/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 1119714
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3271 vs 1488
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11051 vs 3373
  • Bigger battery: 4300 vs 3300 mAh
  • Faster charging: 25W vs 15W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
  • Faster wireless charging: 15W vs 10W
  • Lighter: 180g vs 183g

  • Higher performance (94/100 vs 63/100)
  • Better camera (35/100 vs 16/100)
  • Longer battery life (37/100 vs 19/100)
  • Better portability (80/100 vs 76/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 scores 19 points higher (66/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (94/100 vs 63/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (35/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (37/100 vs 19/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 — 6/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 44/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (94/100 vs 63/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (35/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (37/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 76/100).

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3: The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 is a better fit for active users.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8: The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 Exynos 2600
AnTuTu 1119714 3161830
Geekbench Single 1488 3271
Geekbench Multi 3373 11051
Display 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 2640x1080 1080x2520
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3300 mAh 4300 mAh
Charging 15W 25W
Wireless charging 10W 15W
Main camera 12 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 12 MP
Front camera 10 MP 10 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 11 Android 16 / One UI 8.5
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits
NFC yes
Protection IP48
Weight 183 g 180 g
Launch price $999 $1099
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
  • Main: 12MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
16
camera
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
35
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
  • 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 2640x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
82
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 Z Flip3
  • 3300 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • Wireless: 10W
19
battery
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
  • 4300 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
37
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 Qualcomm Snapdragon 888
47/100
1119714 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 Exynos 2600
66/100 +64.6%
3161830 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 by 64.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
$999
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
$1099

Launch price difference: $100. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 was $100 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (94/100 vs 63/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (35/100 vs 16/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (37/100 vs 19/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 76/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 66/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 16/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (94/100 vs 63/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.