Apple iPhone 17 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8

Our Verdict: Comparing Apple iPhone 17 Pro and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, the choice mostly comes down to display quality versus portability. The iPhone gives you a sharper 458 PPI display, its LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panel, and a higher-resolution 18MP front camera, while the Samsung is more appealing for a larger 6.9-inch screen, its Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X panel, and a lighter 180g body. Software may decide it too: the iPhone keeps you in Apple's iOS ecosystem, while the Samsung is the Android choice. Choose the iPhone for display quality; choose the Samsung if portability matters more.

Over a full contract, the Galaxy Z Flip8 works out around £835 all-in, about £196 less than the iPhone 17 Pro.

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
18 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A19 Pro Exynos 2600 (2 nm)
Battery
3,988 mAh 4,300 mAh
Storage
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
6.0, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
150 x 71.9 x 8.8 mm 166.7 x 75.2 x 6.9 mm
Weight
206 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
£9.00/mo (£799.00 upfront) £10.00/mo (£579.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£893.00 £1147.00
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Apple iPhone 17 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 18 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A19 Pro Exynos 2600 (2 nm)
Battery 3,988 mAh 4,300 mAh
Storage 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 6.0, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 150 x 71.9 x 8.8 mm 166.7 x 75.2 x 6.9 mm
Weight 206 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 £9.00/mo
£799.00 upfront
£10.00/mo
£579.00 upfront
SIM-free £893.00 £1147.00
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Apple iPhone 17 Pro
Apple iPhone 17 Pro

24 Months

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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8

24 Months

256GB

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100GB

Data

Unlimited

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£10 per month, £579 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 17 Pro 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 17 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the Apple iPhone 17 Pro's 6.3", the Apple iPhone 17 Pro has the sharper display at 458 pixels per inch versus 397, and the Apple iPhone 17 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 17 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Apple iPhone 17 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 17 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £893.00.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 comes in 256GB, 512GB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 use?

The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is powered by the Apple A19 Pro, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 uses the Exynos 2600 (2 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is lighter but the Apple iPhone 17 Pro is more compact. It's 26g lighter at 180 grams, though the Apple iPhone 17 Pro is actually the more compact phone at 150 x 71.9 x 8.8 mm, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is slimmer at 6.9mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Apple iPhone 17 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 17 Pro and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 run?

The Apple iPhone 17 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.