Apple iPhone 17e vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8

Our Verdict: Apple iPhone 17e and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 suit different priorities. The iPhone is stronger for display quality, helped by a sharper 457 PPI display and its Super Retina XDR OLED panel, while the Samsung is better suited to a larger 6.9-inch screen and its Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X panel. 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 screen size matters more.

The iPhone 17e is the cheaper one to own: around £660 over a typical contract, £175 less than the Galaxy Z Flip8.

Screen
6.1" 6.9"
Display
Super Retina XDR OLED Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1170 x 2532 1080 x 2520
Pixels Per Inch
457 397
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A19 (3 nm) Exynos 2600 (2 nm)
Battery
4,005 mAh 4,300 mAh
Storage
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, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm 166.7 x 75.2 x 6.9 mm
Weight
169 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
£25.99/mo (£0.00 upfront) £10.00/mo (£579.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£539.99 £1147.00
Apple iPhone 17e Apple iPhone 17e Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
Screen 6.1" 6.9"
Display Super Retina XDR OLED Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1170 x 2532 1080 x 2520
Pixels Per Inch 457 397
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A19 (3 nm) Exynos 2600 (2 nm)
Battery 4,005 mAh 4,300 mAh
Storage 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, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm 166.7 x 75.2 x 6.9 mm
Weight 169 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 £25.99/mo
£0.00 upfront
£10.00/mo
£579.00 upfront
SIM-free £539.99 £1147.00
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Apple iPhone 17e
Apple iPhone 17e

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£25.99 per month, with FREE phone.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8

24 Months

256GB

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100GB

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£10 per month, £579 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 17e or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 17e is cheaper on contract at £659.76 over the life of the deal from £25.99 per month with £0.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 17e or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the Apple iPhone 17e's 6.1", the Apple iPhone 17e has the sharper display at 457 pixels per inch versus 397, and the Apple iPhone 17e 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 17e or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

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

The Apple iPhone 17e is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £539.99.

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

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

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

The Apple iPhone 17e is powered by the Apple A19 (3 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 uses the Exynos 2600 (2 nm).

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

The Apple iPhone 17e is the more portable of the two: it's 11g lighter at 169 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is slimmer at 6.9mm thick.

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

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

The Apple iPhone 17e 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.