Samsung Galaxy F16 5G vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8

Compare Samsung Galaxy F16 5G vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 side by side: MediaTek Dimensity 6300 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 for Galaxy, 50MP vs 50MP…

Samsung

Galaxy Z Flip 8

$1,099

15categories won

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

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 proves superior overall against the Samsung Galaxy F16 5G, outperforming on gaming and photography. In camera testing, the Galaxy Z Flip 8 leads with superior optics, while battery endurance leans towards the Galaxy Z Flip 8. Choose the Galaxy Z Flip 8 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Galaxy F16 5G if its lower retail price better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryGalaxy Z Flip 8

Galaxy Z Flip 8 takes battery honors offering 4,400 mAh alongside 45W charging.

🎮 GamingGalaxy Z Flip 8

Galaxy Z Flip 8 provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 for Galaxy and 16GB RAM.

📸 CameraGalaxy Z Flip 8

Galaxy Z Flip 8 takes photography with 50MP optics.

🏷️ ValueGalaxy F16 5G

Galaxy F16 5G provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $159 vs $1099.

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.

Galaxy F16 5G vs Galaxy Z Flip 8: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Samsung Galaxy F16 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8
Specification	Galaxy F16 5G	Galaxy Z Flip 8
Screen size	6.7"	6.75"
Resolution	1080 x 2340	1080 x 2640Winner
Pixel density	385 ppi	423 ppiWinner
Refresh rate	90 Hz	120 HzWinner
Peak brightness	800 nits	2800 nitsWinner

Performance

Performance comparison between the Samsung Galaxy F16 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8
Specification	Galaxy F16 5G	Galaxy Z Flip 8
Chipset	MediaTek Dimensity 6300	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 for Galaxy
Process node	6 nm	2 nmWinner
AnTuTu score	420,000	3,200,000Winner
Geekbench multi	2050	10800Winner
Maximum RAM	8 GB	16 GBWinner
Maximum storage	256GB	512GBWinner

Camera

Camera comparison between the Samsung Galaxy F16 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8
Specification	Galaxy F16 5G	Galaxy Z Flip 8
Main sensor	50 MP	50 MP
Rear cameras	3Winner	2
Ultrawide	5 MP	50 MPWinner
Selfie camera	13 MPWinner	12 MP
Max video	1080p@30fps	8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Samsung Galaxy F16 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8
Specification	Galaxy F16 5G	Galaxy Z Flip 8
Capacity	5,000 mAhWinner	4,400 mAh
Wired charging	25 W	45 WWinner
Wireless charging	No	20 WWinner

Design

Design comparison between the Samsung Galaxy F16 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8
Specification	Galaxy F16 5G	Galaxy Z Flip 8
Weight	195 g	187 gWinner
Thickness	7.9 mm	6.7 mmWinner
Water resistance	IP54	IP68
Build	Glossy composite body, glass front	Grade 5 Titanium frame, Ceramic Glass front and back

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Samsung Galaxy F16 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8
Specification	Galaxy F16 5G	Galaxy Z Flip 8
Operating system	Android 14	Android 17
OS updates	6 years	7 yearsWinner
Security updates	7 years	7 years

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Samsung Galaxy F16 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8
Specification	Galaxy F16 5G	Galaxy Z Flip 8
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth)
Storage expansion	microSD	None
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$159Winner	$1,099