Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8

Our Verdict: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 suit different priorities. The Fold8 is stronger for portability, helped by a sharper 416 PPI display, its LTPO AMOLED 2X panel, and a higher-resolution 50MP rear camera, while the Fold3 5G is better suited to its Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel and a higher-resolution 16MP front camera. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. Choose the Fold8 for portability; choose the Fold3 5G if display quality matters more.
Screen
7.6" 7.6"
Display
Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2
Resolution
1768 x 2208 1828 x 2584
Pixels Per Inch
372 416
Rear Camera
12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
16 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 Qualcomm SM8750-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery
4,400 mAh 4,800 mAh
Storage
256GB, 512GB 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
OS
Android Android
SIM Type
Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7
Bluetooth
5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions
158.2 x 128.1 x 6.4 mm 161.4 x 123.9 x 4.9 mm
Weight
271 grams 199 grams
Water Resistance
Not rated IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts
- £44.99/mo (£269.00 upfront)
SIM-free
- £1656.99
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Screen 7.6" 7.6"
Display Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2
Resolution 1768 x 2208 1828 x 2584
Pixels Per Inch 372 416
Rear Camera 12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 16 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 Qualcomm SM8750-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery 4,400 mAh 4,800 mAh
Storage 256GB, 512GB 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
OS Android Android
SIM Type Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7
Bluetooth 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions 158.2 x 128.1 x 6.4 mm 161.4 x 123.9 x 4.9 mm
Weight 271 grams 199 grams
Water Resistance Not rated IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts - £44.99/mo
£269.00 upfront
SIM-free - £1656.99
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 7.6", the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has the sharper display at 416 pixels per inch versus 372, and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G uses a Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G features a 12 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.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G is available in 256GB, 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 use?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G is powered by the Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 uses the Qualcomm SM8750-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is the more portable of the two: it's 72g lighter at 199 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 161.4 x 123.9 x 4.9 mm, and is slimmer at 4.9mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G is rated Not rated, 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 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 run?

Both phones run Android.