Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888; launch prices were $1099 and $1799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads — 66/100 vs 48/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 has the bigger battery (4400 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 1,119,714); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 271g).
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 1119714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3271 vs 1488
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11051 vs 3373
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Faster wireless charging: 15W vs 10W
- Lighter: 180g vs 271g
- Cheaper at launch: $1099 vs $1799
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 63/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 20/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 20/100)
- Bigger battery: 4400 vs 4300 mAh
- Longer battery life (38/100 vs 37/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 scores 18 points higher (66/100 vs 48/100). 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 20/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 44/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 — 0/100; 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 Fold3 (94/100 vs 63/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (35/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (38/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (80/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 3161830 | 1119714 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3271 | 1488 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11051 | 3373 | |
| Display | 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2520 | 2208x1768 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 4400 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 10W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP48 | — | |
| Weight | 180 g | 271 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $1799 |
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2208x1768
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 10W
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 by 182.4% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $700. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 was $700 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (94/100 vs 63/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (35/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (38/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (80/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 — 48/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (94/100 vs 63/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 is a better fit for active users.