Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8

Our Verdict: Apple iPhone 16 Pro and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 suit different priorities. The Samsung is stronger for display quality, helped by a larger 7.6-inch screen, its LTPO AMOLED 2X panel, and a larger 4,800 mAh battery, while the iPhone is better suited to a sharper 458 PPI display and its LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panel. 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. Choose the Samsung for display quality; choose the iPhone if simplicity matters more.

The iPhone 16 Pro is the cheaper one to own: around £778 over a typical contract, £597 less than the Galaxy Z Fold8.

Expert Rating
4.2
11 reviews
4.4
10 reviews
Screen
6.3" 7.6"
Display
LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2
Resolution
1206 x 2622 1828 x 2584
Pixels Per Inch
458 416
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A18 Pro Qualcomm SM8750-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery
3,582 mAh 4,800 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/6e/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7
Bluetooth
5.2, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions
149.6 x 71.5 x 8.3 mm 161.4 x 123.9 x 4.9 mm
Weight
199 grams 199 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) £44.99/mo (£269.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£569.99 £1656.99
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Apple iPhone 16 Pro Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Expert Rating 4.2
11 reviews
4.4
10 reviews
Screen 6.3" 7.6"
Display LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2
Resolution 1206 x 2622 1828 x 2584
Pixels Per Inch 458 416
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A18 Pro Qualcomm SM8750-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery 3,582 mAh 4,800 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/6e/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7
Bluetooth 5.2, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions 149.6 x 71.5 x 8.3 mm 161.4 x 123.9 x 4.9 mm
Weight 199 grams 199 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
£44.99/mo
£269.00 upfront
SIM-free £569.99 £1656.99
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 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 Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has the bigger screen at 7.6" 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 416, and the Apple iPhone 16 Pro uses a LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 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 Fold8?

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 Fold8?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 use?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is powered by the Apple A18 Pro, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 uses the Qualcomm SM8750-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is the more portable of the two: they weigh about the same (199 grams vs 199 grams), it's also the more compact phone at 149.6 x 71.5 x 8.3 mm, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is slimmer at 4.9mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 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 Fold8 run?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro runs Apple iOS and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.