Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8

Compare Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy (4 nm) vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5…

Samsung

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 S23 Plus takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus claims the overall win over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8, delivering a stronger technical package across gaming and photography. In camera testing, the Galaxy S23 Plus leads with sharper imaging, while battery life remains closely matched. Choose the Galaxy S23 Plus if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Galaxy Z Fold 8 if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryTie

Both phones deliver comparable battery performance with 4,700 mAh.

🎮 GamingGalaxy S23 Plus

Galaxy S23 Plus leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy (4 nm) and 8GB RAM.

📸 CameraGalaxy S23 Plus

Galaxy S23 Plus wins photography with 50MP main imaging and 3x dedicated optical zoom.

🏷️ ValueGalaxy S23 Plus

Galaxy S23 Plus 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.

Galaxy S23 Plus vs Galaxy Z Fold 8: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	Galaxy S23 Plus	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Screen size	6.6"	7.6"
Resolution	1080 x 2340	1848 x 2448Winner
Pixel density	390 ppi	404 ppiWinner
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Peak brightness	1750 nits	2400 nitsWinner

Performance

Performance comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	Galaxy S23 Plus	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Chipset	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy (4 nm)	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	8 GB	16 GBWinner
Maximum storage	512GB	1TBWinner

Camera

Camera comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	Galaxy S23 Plus	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Main sensor	50 MP	50 MP
Rear cameras	3Winner	2
Optical zoom	3x	—
Ultrawide	12 MP	50 MPWinner
Selfie camera	12 MPWinner	10 MP
Max video	8K at 30fps	8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	Galaxy S23 Plus	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Capacity	4,700 mAh	4,800 mAh
Wired charging	45 W	45 W
Wireless charging	15 W	20 WWinner

Design

Design comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	Galaxy S23 Plus	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Weight	196 gWinner	201 g
Thickness	7.6 mm	4.5 mmWinner
Water resistance	IP68	IP48
Build	Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front and back, Armor Aluminum frame	Armor Aluminum frame, glass back

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	Galaxy S23 Plus	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Operating system	Android 13, upgradable to Android 15 (One UI 7)	Android 17
OS updates	4 years	6 yearsWinner
Security updates	4 years	6 yearsWinner

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	Galaxy S23 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	$999Winner	$1,900