Apple iPhone 14 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8

Compare Apple iPhone 14 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 side by side: Apple A16 Bionic vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform for Galaxy, 48MP vs…

Apple

Galaxy Z Fold 8

$1,900

11categories won

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

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Apple iPhone 14 Pro takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Apple iPhone 14 Pro claims the overall win over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8, delivering a stronger technical package across gaming and photography. For battery longevity and charging speed, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 takes the lead, while the iPhone 14 Pro is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the iPhone 14 Pro if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Galaxy Z Fold 8 if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryGalaxy Z Fold 8

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

🎮 GamingiPhone 14 Pro

iPhone 14 Pro leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Apple A16 Bionic and 6GB RAM.

📸 CameraiPhone 14 Pro

iPhone 14 Pro wins photography with 48MP main imaging and 3x dedicated optical zoom.

🏷️ ValueiPhone 14 Pro

iPhone 14 Pro provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $999 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 Pro vs Galaxy Z Fold 8: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Apple iPhone 14 Pro, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	iPhone 14 Pro	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Screen size	6.1"	7.6"
Resolution	1179 x 2556	1848 x 2448Winner
Pixel density	461 ppiWinner	404 ppi
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Peak brightness	2000 nits	2400 nitsWinner

Performance

Performance comparison between the Apple iPhone 14 Pro, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	iPhone 14 Pro	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Chipset	Apple A16 Bionic	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform for Galaxy
Process node	4 nm	3 nmWinner
AnTuTu score	3,200,000Winner	2,400,000
Geekbench multi	10800Winner	8900
Maximum RAM	6 GB	16 GBWinner
Maximum storage	1TB	1TB

Camera

Camera comparison between the Apple iPhone 14 Pro, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	iPhone 14 Pro	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Main sensor	48 MP	50 MPWinner
Rear cameras	3Winner	2
Optical zoom	3x	—
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 Pro, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	iPhone 14 Pro	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Capacity	3,200 mAh	4,800 mAhWinner
Wired charging	20 W	45 WWinner
Wireless charging	15 W	20 WWinner

Design

Design comparison between the Apple iPhone 14 Pro, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	iPhone 14 Pro	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Weight	206 g	201 gWinner
Thickness	7.85 mm	4.5 mmWinner
Water resistance	IP68	IP48
Build	Ceramic Shield front, textured matte glass back, stainless steel design	Armor Aluminum frame, glass back

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Apple iPhone 14 Pro, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	iPhone 14 Pro	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 Pro, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	iPhone 14 Pro	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	$999Winner	$1,900