Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1099 and $2199. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads — 78/100 vs 66/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,453,998 vs 3,113,347); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?
- Lighter: 180g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $1099 vs $2199
- Better display (80/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 66/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3453998 vs 3113347
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3235
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10904
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 60W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 93/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra scores 12 points higher (78/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (67/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (61/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 42/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 64/100; 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 Z Fold8 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (96/100 vs 93/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra are nearly equal (80/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (67/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (61/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 2600 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3113347 | 3453998 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3235 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10904 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2520 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 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 | IP48 | IP48 | |
| Weight | 180 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $2199 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 by 9.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1100. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 was $1100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (96/100 vs 93/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra are nearly equal (80/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (67/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (61/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 78/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on camera score (67/100 vs 35/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users.