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Apple Foldable Duo vs Galaxy Z Fold8

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

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Apple Foldable Duo
Apple · 2026

Apple Foldable Duo

$1899
93.5/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
93.5
Benchmark
Performance97/100
Camera93/100
Battery88/100
Galaxy Z Fold8
Samsung · 2026

Galaxy Z Fold8

$1649
91.8/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
91.8
Benchmark
Performance96/100
Camera92/100
Battery86/100

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Apple Foldable Duo:
  • ✓Larger 5,200 mAh battery capacity (+400 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓48MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓7.8" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate
Reasons to buy Galaxy Z Fold8:
  • ✓38g lighter chassis (201g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$250 lower launch MSRP ($1649 vs $1899)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationApple Foldable DuoGalaxy Z Fold8
1. Display & Screen
Screen Type & TechFoldable Super Retina XDR ProMotionFoldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 3000 nits (peak)
Screen Size7.8"7.6"
Resolution & Density2200x2480 (430 ppi)2448 x 1848 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~404 ppi) (404 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness2,800 nits peak1525 nits (measured)
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassCorning Gorilla Glass Victus Ceramic 3 / Flex Titanium
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorApple M4 / A20 Pro Max (2nm)Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm)
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsApple 10-core GPUIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemiOS Fold 27Android 17, One UI 9 (7 major OS updates) 17
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory16 GB16 GB
Internal Storage512GB / 1024GB / 2048GB256GB / 512GB / 1TB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashUFS 4.x
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera48 MP, f/1.6, OIS50 MP, f/1.8, 23mm (wide), 1/1.56", OIS, dual pixel PDAF, OIS
Telephoto Zoom48 MP (5x optical zoom), f/2.8, OISNone (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera48 MP, f/2.250 MP, f/1.9, 120˚ (ultrawide)
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
8K@30fps4K@30/60/120fps1080p@240fpsgyro-EISOIS
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@30/60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens18 MP, f/1.910 MP, f/2.2, 18mm (ultrawide)
7. Body & Dimensions
DimensionsN/AUnfolded: 161.4 x 123.9 x 4.5 mm, Folded: 81.9 x 123.9 x 9.7 mm
Weight239 g201 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front (Gorilla Glass Victus Ceramic 3) folded, plastic front unfolded, glass back, aluminum frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (dual active)
Water ResistanceIPX8IP48 dust and water resistant
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity5,200 mAh4,800 mAh
Wired Fast Charging60W wired fast charging45W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging25W wireless charging20W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersYes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-bandWi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct)
BluetoothBluetooth 5.3+6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
USB Port & SpeedUSB Type-CUSB Type-C 3.2, OTG
NFCYesYes (Samsung Pay Visa, MasterCard certified)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch Price$1899$1649
Editorial Lab Verdict

Apple Foldable Duo edges ahead with a BeastScore of 93.5/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Apple Foldable Duo ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its Apple M4 / A20 Pro Max architecture and verified 93/100 camera rating.

When to buy Apple Foldable Duo:
Higher overall BeastScore: 93.5 vs top rival 91.8 · Larger battery capacity: 5,200 mAh (+400 mAh more)
When to buy Galaxy Z Fold8:
Lighter body: 201g (38g lighter in hand) · Lower launch price: $1649 (save $250)
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Apple Foldable Duo vs Galaxy Z Fold8

Which phone is better: Apple Foldable Duo or Galaxy Z Fold8?

Apple Foldable Duo leads with an overall BeastScore of 93.5/100 compared to Galaxy Z Fold8 (91.8/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 93.5 vs top rival 91.8 and Larger battery capacity: 5,200 mAh (+400 mAh more).

What are the primary battery and display differences between Apple Foldable Duo and Galaxy Z Fold8?

Apple Foldable Duo is equipped with a 7.8-inch display and 5200 mAh battery, while Galaxy Z Fold8 features a 7.6-inch display and 4800 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Apple Foldable Duo and Galaxy Z Fold8?

In lab hardware evaluations, Apple Foldable Duo scores 93/100 in camera performance, while Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 92/100.

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