Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8

Compare Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 side by side: Apple A18 Pro vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform for Galaxy, 48MP…

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

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 proves superior overall against the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, outperforming on battery endurance and daily usability. In camera testing, the iPhone 16 Pro Max leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the Galaxy Z Fold 8. Choose the Galaxy Z Fold 8 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the iPhone 16 Pro Max 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.

🎮 GamingGalaxy Z Fold 8

Galaxy Z Fold 8 provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform for Galaxy and 16GB RAM.

📸 CameraiPhone 16 Pro Max

iPhone 16 Pro Max wins photography with 48MP main imaging and 5x dedicated optical zoom.

🏷️ ValueiPhone 16 Pro Max

iPhone 16 Pro Max provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $1199 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 16 Pro Max vs Galaxy Z Fold 8: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Screen size	6.9"	7.6"
Resolution	1320 x 2868	1848 x 2448Winner
Pixel density	460 ppiWinner	404 ppi
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Peak brightness	2000 nits	2400 nitsWinner

Performance

Performance comparison between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Chipset	Apple A18 Pro	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform for Galaxy
Process node	3 nm	3 nm
AnTuTu score	1,810,000	2,400,000Winner
Geekbench multi	8580	8900Winner
Maximum RAM	8 GB	16 GBWinner
Maximum storage	1TB	1TB

Camera

Camera comparison between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Main sensor	48 MP	50 MPWinner
Rear cameras	3Winner	2
Optical zoom	5x	—
Ultrawide	48 MP	50 MPWinner
Selfie camera	12 MPWinner	10 MP
Max video	4K at 120fps Dolby Vision	8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Capacity	4,685 mAh	4,800 mAhWinner
Wired charging	30 W	45 WWinner
Wireless charging	25 WWinner	20 W

Design

Design comparison between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Weight	227 g	201 gWinner
Thickness	8.25 mm	4.5 mmWinner
Water resistance	IP68	IP48
Build	Grade 5 Titanium frame, textured matte glass back	Armor Aluminum frame, glass back

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Operating system	iOS 18	Android 17
OS updates	6 years	6 years
Security updates	7 yearsWinner	6 years

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Galaxy Z Fold 8
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth)
Storage expansion	None	None
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$1,199Winner	$1,900