Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8

Our Verdict: With Apple iPhone 16 Pro versus Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, the stronger argument is portability. The Samsung has the useful edge there with a larger 6.9-inch screen, its Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X panel, and a larger 4,300 mAh battery. The iPhone still has a role if you prefer a sharper 458 PPI display, its LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panel, and 128GB to 1000GB storage. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. Software may decide it too: the iPhone keeps you in Apple's iOS ecosystem, while the Samsung is the Android choice. The Samsung is the stronger choice for portability, with the iPhone better suited to display quality.

The iPhone 16 Pro is the cheaper one to own: around £778 over a typical contract, £57 less than the Galaxy Z Flip8.

Screen
6.3" 6.9"
Display
LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1206 x 2622 1080 x 2520
Pixels Per Inch
458 397
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A18 Pro Exynos 2600 (2 nm)
Battery
3,582 mAh 4,300 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB 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/6e/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7
Bluetooth
5.2, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
149.6 x 71.5 x 8.3 mm 166.7 x 75.2 x 6.9 mm
Weight
199 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
£29.50/mo (£20.00 upfront) £10.00/mo (£579.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£569.99 £1147.00
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Apple iPhone 16 Pro Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
Screen 6.3" 6.9"
Display LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1206 x 2622 1080 x 2520
Pixels Per Inch 458 397
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A18 Pro Exynos 2600 (2 nm)
Battery 3,582 mAh 4,300 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB 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/6e/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7
Bluetooth 5.2, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 149.6 x 71.5 x 8.3 mm 166.7 x 75.2 x 6.9 mm
Weight 199 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 £29.50/mo
£20.00 upfront
£10.00/mo
£579.00 upfront
SIM-free £569.99 £1147.00
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Apple iPhone 16 Pro
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is cheaper on contract at £778.00 over the life of the deal from £29.50 per month with £20.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the Apple iPhone 16 Pro's 6.3", the Apple iPhone 16 Pro has the sharper display at 458 pixels per inch versus 397, and the Apple iPhone 16 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 16 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Apple iPhone 16 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 16 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £569.99.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 comes in 256GB, 512GB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 use?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is powered by the Apple A18 Pro, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 uses the Exynos 2600 (2 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is lighter but the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is more compact. It's 19g lighter at 180 grams, though the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is actually the more compact phone at 149.6 x 71.5 x 8.3 mm, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is slimmer at 6.9mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro 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 16 Pro and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 run?

The Apple iPhone 16 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.