Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Our Verdict: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra has a massively higher-resolution main camera, 200MP against the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max's 48MP, plus a 50MP selfie camera against 12MP, and the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra packs the bigger battery, 5000mAh against 4323mAh, but capacity doesn't compare cleanly across iOS and Android, so it isn't a battery-life verdict on its own. The Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra has the bigger screen at 8" against 6.7", while the iPhone 14 Pro Max 5G has the sharper one at 460 PPI, and the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is the lighter phone at 215g against 240g. The Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is the one to have if you want what it adds, but the iPhone 14 Pro Max 5G is the smarter buy if you'd rather keep the money.
The iPhone 14 Pro Max 5G is the cheaper one to own: around £964 over a typical contract, £591 less than the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra.
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| Expert Rating | 4.6 10 reviews |
4.2 6 reviews |
| Screen | 6.7" | 8" |
| Display | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2 |
| Resolution | 1290 x 2796 | 1968 x 2184 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 460 | 367 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 200 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM8850-1-AD Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) |
| Battery | 4,323 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |
| OS | Apple iOS | Android |
| SIM Type | nano-SIM and e-SIM | nano-SIM and e-SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 with A2DP, LE | 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Dimensions | 160.7 x 77.6 x 7.9 mm | 161.4 x 123.9 x 4.9 mm |
| Weight | 240 grams | 215 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) | IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) |
| Contracts |
£37.25/mo
£20.00 upfront |
£44.99/mo
£449.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £379.99 | £1846.99 |
| Deals | Deals |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max is cheaper on contract at £964.00 over the life of the deal from £37.25 per month with £20.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra has the bigger screen at 8" compared to the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max's 6.7", the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max has the sharper display at 460 pixels per inch versus 367, and the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max uses a LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra has a LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra has a 200 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 14 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £379.99.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra use?
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max is powered by the Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra uses the Qualcomm SM8850-1-AD Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is lighter but the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max is more compact. It's 25g lighter at 215 grams, though the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max is actually the more compact phone at 160.7 x 77.6 x 7.9 mm, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is slimmer at 4.9mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is rated IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min).
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra run?
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max runs Apple iOS and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.