Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $2199 and $2899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads — 78/100 vs 69/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold has the bigger battery (5600 mAh vs 5000); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,453,998 vs 2,926,532); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is noticeably lighter (215g vs 309g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3453998 vs 2926532
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 9287
- Faster charging: 60W vs 45W
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Lighter: 215g vs 309g
- Cheaper at launch: $2199 vs $2899
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 90/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (78/100 vs 70/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 20/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold better?
- Bigger battery: 5600 vs 5000 mAh
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra vs the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra scores 9 points higher (78/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (67/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 64/100, Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold — 46/100; 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 is a bit better (96/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (67/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra are nearly equal (63/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (66/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra | Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3453998 | 2926532 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 9287 | |
| Display | 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1968x2184 | 2160x1584 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5600 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 / One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | — | 159.2×75.0×12.9 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 309 g | |
| Launch price | $2199 | $2899 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2160x1584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 5600 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold by 18.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $700. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra was $700 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a bit better (96/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (67/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra are nearly equal (63/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (66/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 78/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold — 69/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on camera score (67/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 90/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra over the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a better fit for gamers and power users.