Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8

Our Verdict: The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has a massively higher-resolution main camera, 50MP against the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max's 12MP, and the Galaxy Z Flip8 has the bigger screen at 6.9" against 6.7", while the iPhone 13 Pro Max has the sharper one at 457 PPI. Storage goes higher on the iPhone 13 Pro Max, up to 1TB against 512GB, and the Galaxy Z Flip8 uses an OLED panel, which gives it richer contrast than the iPhone 13 Pro Max's LCD. Only pay up for the Galaxy Z Flip8 if you'll use what it offers; if not, the iPhone 13 Pro Max makes more sense.

Buying outright, the iPhone 13 Pro Max starts at £320 SIM-free.

Screen
6.7" 6.9"
Display
Liquid Retina XDR mini-LED LCD Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1284 x 2778 1080 x 2520
Pixels Per Inch
457 397
Rear Camera
12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A15 Bionic Exynos 2600 (2 nm)
Battery
4,352 mAh 4,300 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB 256GB, 512GB
OS
Apple iOS Android
SIM Type
Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7
Bluetooth
5.2, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
Info unavailable 166.7 x 75.2 x 6.9 mm
Weight
238 grams 180 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts
- £10.00/mo (£579.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£319.99 £1147.00
Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
Screen 6.7" 6.9"
Display Liquid Retina XDR mini-LED LCD Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1284 x 2778 1080 x 2520
Pixels Per Inch 457 397
Rear Camera 12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A15 Bionic Exynos 2600 (2 nm)
Battery 4,352 mAh 4,300 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB 256GB, 512GB
OS Apple iOS Android
SIM Type Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7
Bluetooth 5.2, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions Info unavailable 166.7 x 75.2 x 6.9 mm
Weight 238 grams 180 grams
Water Resistance IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts - £10.00/mo
£579.00 upfront
SIM-free £319.99 £1147.00
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Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max's 6.7", the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max has the sharper display at 457 pixels per inch versus 397, and the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max uses a Liquid Retina XDR mini-LED LCD panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has a Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £319.99.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 comes in 256GB, 512GB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 use?

The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max is powered by the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 uses the Exynos 2600 (2 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is the more portable of the two: it's 58g lighter at 180 grams.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is rated IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min).

What operating system do the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 run?

The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max runs Apple iOS and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.