Apple iPhone 14 Plus vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8

Compare Apple iPhone 14 Plus vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 side by side: Apple A15 Bionic (5-core GPU) vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform for…

Apple

Galaxy Z Fold 8

$1,900

12categories won

4 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 proves superior overall against the Apple iPhone 14 Plus, outperforming on battery endurance and daily usability. For battery longevity and charging speed, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 takes the lead, while the iPhone 14 Plus is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the Galaxy Z Fold 8 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the iPhone 14 Plus if its lower retail price better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryGalaxy Z Fold 8

Galaxy Z Fold 8 takes battery honors offering 4,800 mAh alongside 45W charging.

🎮 GamingiPhone 14 Plus

iPhone 14 Plus leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Apple A15 Bionic (5-core GPU) and 6GB RAM.

📸 CameraGalaxy Z Fold 8

Galaxy Z Fold 8 takes photography with 50MP optics.

🏷️ ValueiPhone 14 Plus

iPhone 14 Plus provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $899 vs $1900.

Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.

iPhone 14 Plus vs Galaxy Z Fold 8: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Apple iPhone 14 Plus, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	iPhone 14 Plus	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Screen size	6.7"	7.6"
Resolution	1284 x 2778	1848 x 2448Winner
Pixel density	457 ppiWinner	404 ppi
Refresh rate	60 Hz	120 HzWinner
Peak brightness	1200 nits	2400 nitsWinner

Performance

Performance comparison between the Apple iPhone 14 Plus, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	iPhone 14 Plus	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Chipset	Apple A15 Bionic (5-core GPU)	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform for Galaxy
Process node	5 nm	3 nmWinner
AnTuTu score	3,200,000Winner	2,400,000
Geekbench multi	10800Winner	8900
Maximum RAM	6 GB	16 GBWinner
Maximum storage	512GB	1TBWinner

Camera

Camera comparison between the Apple iPhone 14 Plus, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	iPhone 14 Plus	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Main sensor	12 MP	50 MPWinner
Rear cameras	2	2
Ultrawide	12 MP	50 MPWinner
Selfie camera	12 MPWinner	10 MP
Max video	4K at 60fps Cinematic	8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Apple iPhone 14 Plus, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	iPhone 14 Plus	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Capacity	4,323 mAh	4,800 mAhWinner
Wired charging	20 W	45 WWinner
Wireless charging	15 W	20 WWinner

Design

Design comparison between the Apple iPhone 14 Plus, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	iPhone 14 Plus	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Weight	203 g	201 g
Thickness	7.8 mm	4.5 mmWinner
Water resistance	IP68	IP48
Build	Ceramic Shield front, glass back and aluminum design	Armor Aluminum frame, glass back

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Apple iPhone 14 Plus, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	iPhone 14 Plus	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Operating system	iOS 16, upgradable to iOS 18	Android 17
OS updates	6 years	6 years
Security updates	6 years	6 years

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Apple iPhone 14 Plus, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	iPhone 14 Plus	Galaxy Z Fold 8
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth)	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth)
Storage expansion	None	None
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$899Winner	$1,900