Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
The Z Flip8 is the cheaper one to own: around £835 over a typical contract, £89 less than the S26 Ultra.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
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| Screen | 6.9" | 6.9" |
| Display | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1440 x 3120 | 1080 x 2520 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 498 | 397 |
| Rear Camera | 200 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 10 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) | Exynos 2600 (2 nm) |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 4,300 mAh |
| Storage | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | Android | 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 | 5.4, A2DP, LE | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 163.6 x 78.1 x 7.9 mm | 166.7 x 75.2 x 6.9 mm |
| Weight | 214 grams | 180 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) | IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) |
| Contracts |
£37.29/mo
£29.00 upfront |
£10.00/mo
£579.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £899.00 | £1147.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra 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 Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.9", the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has the sharper display at 498 pixels per inch versus 397, and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra uses a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has a Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra features a 200 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 Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £899.00.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 comes in 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 use?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is powered by the Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 uses the Exynos 2600 (2 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is the more portable of the two: it's 34g lighter at 180 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 166.7 x 75.2 x 6.9 mm, and is slimmer at 6.9mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is rated IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min), 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 Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 run?
Both phones run Android.