Samsung Galaxy S26 FE vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
The S26 FE is the cheaper one to own: around £648 over a typical contract, £877 less than the Z Fold8 Ultra.
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
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| Screen | 6.7" | 8" |
| Display | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2 |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 | 1968 x 2184 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 385 | 367 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 200 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Exynos 2500 (3 nm) | Qualcomm SM8850-1-AD Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) |
| Battery | 4,900 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |
| OS | Android 17 | 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 | 5.4, A2DP, LE | 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Dimensions | 161.3 x 76.6 x 7.4 mm | 161.4 x 123.9 x 4.9 mm |
| Weight | 193 grams | 215 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 |
£14.99/mo
£259.00 upfront |
£25.00/mo
£905.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £697.00 | £1799.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is cheaper on contract at £648.36 over the life of the deal from £14.99 per month with £259.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra has the bigger screen at 8" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE's 6.7", the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE has the sharper display at 385 pixels per inch versus 367, and the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE uses a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra has a LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra has a 200 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.
Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £697.00.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra use?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is powered by the Exynos 2500 (3 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra uses the Qualcomm SM8850-1-AD Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is the more portable of the two: it's 22g lighter at 193 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 161.3 x 76.6 x 7.4 mm, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is slimmer at 4.9mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is rated IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min).
What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra run?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE runs Android 17 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.