A comparison of Samsung's latest folding smartphones, focusing on design, performance, battery life, and camera capabilities.
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Key facts
- •The Fold8 and Fold8 Ultra share the same Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor.
- •The Fold8 Ultra features a 200-megapixel main camera, while the Fold8 uses a 50-megapixel primary sensor.
- •Both phones utilize silicon-carbon battery technology.
- •The Fold8 Ultra includes a 10-megapixel 3X optical zoom lens.
- •The Fold8 provides five to six hours of screen-on time, while the Ultra can exceed six hours.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra feature improved display creases that are less visible and smoother to the touch than previous models. Both devices are powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip, ensuring consistent performance across applications and games.
By the numbers
Design and Usability
A primary design critique for both models is the protruding rear camera, which causes the phones to rock when placed on flat surfaces. The Fold8 offers a wider screen experience that some users may find more comfortable for split-screen multitasking compared to the Ultra.
Battery and Camera Specs
The Fold8 Ultra includes a 5,000-mAh battery, while the Fold8 uses a 4,800-mAh cell, marking Samsung's first use of silicon-carbon battery technology. Camera performance differs significantly; the Ultra features a 200-megapixel main sensor and a 10-megapixel 3X optical zoom, whereas the Fold8 is equipped with a 50-megapixel primary sensor and a 50-megapixel ultrawide lens.
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This article was independently rewritten by ManyPress editorial AI from reporting originally published by Wired.
