Category Breakdown
Camera
18 Fold
Main sensor resolution (200 MP)
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18 Fold
Battery capacity (6,000 mAh)
WinsCharging
18 Fold
Wired charging speed (67W)
WinsPerformance
Galaxy Z Fold8
AnTuTu benchmark (2,947,517 pts)
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Screen size
≈ TieWeight
Galaxy Z Fold8
Total weight (201g)
WinsValue
18 Fold
Specs-per-dollar (server score) (7.5/10)
WinsFull Spec Comparison
| Spec | iPhone Duo | Galaxy Z Fold8 | 18 Fold |
|---|---|---|---|
Display | |||
| 7.6" | 7.6" | 7.58" | |
| 1,878 × 2,670 | 2,448 × 1,848 | 2,364 × 1,672 | |
| LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | LTPO AMOLED | |
| 120Hz | 120Hz | 120Hz | |
| 3,000 nits | 3,000 nits | 4,000 nits | |
Camera | |||
| 48 MP | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Dual | Dual | Triple | |
| Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| Fingerprint (side-mounted), Messages and Find My via satellite, Ultra Wideband (UWB) support (gen2 chip) Emergency SOS, accelerometer, barometer, compass, gyro, proximity | Fingerprint (side-mounted), Samsung DeX (desktop experience support) Ultra Wideband (UWB) support, accelerometer, barometer, compass, gyro, proximity | Fingerprint (side-mounted), Ultra Wideband (UWB) support, accelerometer, barometer, compass, gyro, proximity | |
Performance | |||
| Apple A20 Pro | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | XRing O3 | |
| — | 2,947,517 | — | |
| — | 6,459 | — | |
| 12 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
| 2048 GB | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
Battery | |||
| 4,883 mAh | 4,800 mAh | 6,000 mAh | |
| 60W | 45W | 67W | |
| 25W | 20W | 50W | |
Build | |||
| 254g | 201g | 219g | |
| 5.2mm | 9.7mm | 5mm | |
| Glass front (Ceramic Shield 2) (folded), titanium frame & hindge (grade 5), glass back (Ceramic Shield) | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus Ceramic 3) (folded), plastic front (unfolded), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame | Glass front (Xiaomi Dragon Crystal Glass 3) (folded), plastic front (unfolded), glass back, aluminum frame | |
| IP68 | not specified | IP58 | |
| Ultra Flagship | Ultra Flagship | Ultra Flagship | |
Who Each Phone Is Really For
If your priorities differ from the verdict above, start here.
Apple ecosystem users
Apple iPhone Duo
This device is the ideal choice for those deeply integrated into the Apple software environment.
Lightweight foldable fans
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
At only 201 grams, this is the most portable option for users prioritizing a lightweight build.
Best overall value
Xiaomi 18 Fold
It combines a massive 6000mAh battery and 200MP camera at the most competitive price point.