Apple iPhone 15 Plus vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
Our Verdict: The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has a slightly higher-resolution main camera, 50MP against the Apple iPhone 15 Plus's 48MP, and the Galaxy Z Flip8 has the bigger screen at 6.9" against 6.7", while the iPhone 15 Plus 5G has the sharper one at 460 PPI. The Galaxy Z Flip8 is the lighter phone at 180g against 201g. Get the iPhone 15 Plus 5G if those extras are worth it to you; otherwise the Galaxy Z Flip8 covers the basics for less.
On price there's almost nothing between them: both work out around £835 over a full contract.
Apple iPhone 15 Plus
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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
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| Screen | 6.7" | 6.9" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1290 x 2796 | 1080 x 2520 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 460 | 397 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 10 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm) | Exynos 2600 (2 nm) |
| Battery | 4,383 mAh | 4,300 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB | 256GB, 512GB |
| 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/6e/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 with A2DP, LE | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 160.9 x 77.8 x 7.8 mm | 166.7 x 75.2 x 6.9 mm |
| Weight | 201 grams | 180 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 |
£67.33/mo
£30.00 upfront |
£10.00/mo
£579.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £349.00 | £1147.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 15 Plus or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is cheaper on contract at £835.00 over the life of the deal from £10.00 per month with £579.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 15 Plus or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the Apple iPhone 15 Plus's 6.7", the Apple iPhone 15 Plus has the sharper display at 460 pixels per inch versus 397, and the Apple iPhone 15 Plus uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has a Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 15 Plus or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Apple iPhone 15 Plus features a 48 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 15 Plus or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Apple iPhone 15 Plus is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £349.00.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 15 Plus and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Apple iPhone 15 Plus is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 comes in 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 15 Plus and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 use?
The Apple iPhone 15 Plus is powered by the Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 uses the Exynos 2600 (2 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 15 Plus or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is lighter but the Apple iPhone 15 Plus is more compact. It's 21g lighter at 180 grams, though the Apple iPhone 15 Plus is actually the more compact phone at 160.9 x 77.8 x 7.8 mm, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is slimmer at 6.9mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 15 Plus or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Apple iPhone 15 Plus is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), 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 15 Plus and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 run?
The Apple iPhone 15 Plus 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.