Apple iPhone 15 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8

Our Verdict: Price is the first split: Apple iPhone 15 Pro is about £290 cheaper over the contract totals shown. Start with Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 if the hardware matters most, because it brings a larger 6.9" screen, a slight main-camera resolution edge at 50MP, and a larger 4,300mAh battery, though capacity alone is not a battery-life guarantee. Apple iPhone 15 Pro answers with a sharper 461 PPI panel and storage options up to 1TB. Platform preference matters too: Apple iPhone 15 Pro runs Apple iOS, while Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 uses Android. Go with Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 if the roomier display matters more; keep Apple iPhone 15 Pro in the mix for the lower total cost.

Over a full contract, the iPhone 15 Pro 5G works out around £634 all-in, about £271 less than the Galaxy Z Flip8.

Screen
6.1" 6.9"
Display
LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1179 x 2556 1080 x 2520
Pixels Per Inch
461 397
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A17 Pro Exynos 2600 (2 nm)
Battery
3,274 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
5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
146.6 x 70.6 x 8.3 mm 166.7 x 75.2 x 6.9 mm
Weight
187 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
£23.50/mo (£20.00 upfront) £29.99/mo (£159.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£393.00 £909.00

Prices updated 13 August 2026

Apple iPhone 15 Pro Apple iPhone 15 Pro Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
Screen 6.1" 6.9"
Display LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1179 x 2556 1080 x 2520
Pixels Per Inch 461 397
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A17 Pro Exynos 2600 (2 nm)
Battery 3,274 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 5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 146.6 x 70.6 x 8.3 mm 166.7 x 75.2 x 6.9 mm
Weight 187 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 £23.50/mo
£20.00 upfront
£29.99/mo
£159.00 upfront
SIM-free £393.00 £909.00
Prices updated 13 August 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 15 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro is cheaper on contract at £634.00 over the life of the deal from £23.50 per month with £20.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the Apple iPhone 15 Pro's 6.1", the Apple iPhone 15 Pro has the sharper display at 461 pixels per inch versus 397, and the Apple iPhone 15 Pro uses a LTPO 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 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro 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 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £393.00.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 15 Pro and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 comes in 256GB, 512GB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 15 Pro and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 use?

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro is powered by the Apple A17 Pro , while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 uses the Exynos 2600 (2 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is lighter but the Apple iPhone 15 Pro is more compact. It's 7g lighter at 180 grams, though the Apple iPhone 15 Pro is actually the more compact phone at 146.6 x 70.6 x 8.3 mm, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is slimmer at 6.9mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro 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 Pro and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 run?

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro 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.