Samsung Galaxy F16 5G vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8

Compare Samsung Galaxy F16 5G vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 side by side: MediaTek Dimensity 6300 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform for…

Samsung

Galaxy Z Fold 8

$1,900

13categories 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 Fold 8 takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 proves superior overall against the Samsung Galaxy F16 5G, outperforming on gaming and photography. In camera testing, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 leads with superior optics, 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 Galaxy F16 5G 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.

📸 CameraGalaxy Z Fold 8

Galaxy Z Fold 8 takes photography with 50MP optics.

🏷️ ValueGalaxy F16 5G

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

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

Display

Display comparison between the Samsung Galaxy F16 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	Galaxy F16 5G	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Screen size	6.7"	7.6"
Resolution	1080 x 2340	1848 x 2448Winner
Pixel density	385 ppi	404 ppiWinner
Refresh rate	90 Hz	120 HzWinner
Peak brightness	800 nits	2400 nitsWinner

Performance

Performance comparison between the Samsung Galaxy F16 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	Galaxy F16 5G	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Chipset	MediaTek Dimensity 6300	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform for Galaxy
Process node	6 nm	3 nmWinner
AnTuTu score	420,000	2,400,000Winner
Geekbench multi	2050	8900Winner
Maximum RAM	8 GB	16 GBWinner
Maximum storage	256GB	1TBWinner

Camera

Camera comparison between the Samsung Galaxy F16 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	Galaxy F16 5G	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Main sensor	50 MP	50 MP
Rear cameras	3Winner	2
Ultrawide	5 MP	50 MPWinner
Selfie camera	13 MPWinner	10 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 Fold 8
Specification	Galaxy F16 5G	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Capacity	5,000 mAhWinner	4,800 mAh
Wired charging	25 W	45 WWinner
Wireless charging	No	20 WWinner

Design

Design comparison between the Samsung Galaxy F16 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	Galaxy F16 5G	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Weight	195 gWinner	201 g
Thickness	7.9 mm	4.5 mmWinner
Water resistance	IP54	IP48
Build	Glossy composite body, glass front	Armor Aluminum frame, glass back

Software and support

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

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Samsung Galaxy F16 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	Galaxy F16 5G	Galaxy Z Fold 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	$1,900