Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1999 and $2199. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads — 78/100 vs 70/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,453,998 vs 2,814,251).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $1999 vs $2199
- Better display (79/100 vs 78/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3453998 vs 2814251
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 60W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 93/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 52/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra scores 8 points higher (78/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (67/100 vs 50/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 48/100, 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 Fold8 are nearly equal (96/100 vs 93/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra are nearly equal (79/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (67/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (66/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2814251 | 3453998 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 11047 | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1968x2184 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP48 | |
| Weight | 215 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $1999 | $2199 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- 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 Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 by 18.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (96/100 vs 93/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra are nearly equal (79/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (67/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (66/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 78/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on camera score (67/100 vs 50/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users.