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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8

Side-by-side comparison of specifications, price, camera, battery and performance in India

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra
Phone 1

Samsung

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra

₹1,87,999

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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8
Phone 2

Samsung

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8

₹1,24,999

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Expert verdict

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8: Comparison Summary

Price

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 is priced lower at ₹1,24,999, giving it an affordability edge. The price gap is ₹63,000.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 wins
Display

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra features a 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz (foldable) + 5.5" cover display. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 offers 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz + 4.1" cover. Both offer the same refresh rate.

Performance

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra runs the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 is powered by the Samsung Exynos 2600. Different chipsets mean benchmark scores and power efficiency will vary; check independent reviews for real-world impact.

Camera

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra offers a 200MP + 50MP + 50MP + 10MP camera system. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 has 50MP + 12MP. Both phones support 4K video recording.

Battery

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra packs a 5000 mAh, 65W setup. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 uses 4300 mAh, 25W. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra has a larger 5000 mAh battery.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra wins
Software & Ecosystem

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra runs Android 17, One UI 9. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 ships with Android 17, One UI 9. Software update timelines and AI features differ significantly between the two ecosystems.

Spec score

Overall rating breakdown

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra

70%

Good

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8

70%

Good

Strengths and weaknesses

Pros and cons

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra

₹1,87,999

Pros

  • Most powerful foldable available in India
  • 200MP camera with 5× periscope telephoto
  • S Pen stylus included
  • IPX8 water resistance
  • 7 years of software updates

Cons

  • Starting at ₹1,99,999 — extremely premium
  • Large and heavy — not for one-handed users
  • Under-display camera quality lower than cover camera

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8

₹1,24,999

Pros

  • Unique flip design — stylish and compact
  • Exynos 2600 (2nm) chip — excellent performance
  • FlexCam for creative hands-free photography
  • IPX8 water resistance

Cons

  • 25W charging — slower than Android peers
  • 4300 mAh battery — lighter than flagship bar phones
  • No telephoto camera
  • Premium price of ₹1,24,999
Full specifications

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 — Complete specification table

At a Glance
Specification
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8
Starting Price
₹1,87,999
₹1,24,999
Lower price
Network
5G
5G
Launched
July 2026
July 2026
User Rating
—
—
Available colours
Titanium Black, Titanium Silver, Titanium Black
Mint, Shadow Gray
Display
Specification
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8
Main Display
7.6 inches, Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz LTPO
6.9 inches, Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 1–120Hz LTPO
Cover Display
5.5 inches, Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz
4.1 inches, Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution (Main)
2208 × 1848
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Peak Brightness
3000 nits
3000 nits
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 + UTG
Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2
Performance
Specification
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8
Processor
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
Samsung Exynos 2600
Architecture
3nm
2nm
RAM
12 GB / 16 GB LPDDR5X
12 GB LPDDR5X
Storage
256 GB / 512 GB / 1 TB UFS 4.0
256 GB / 512 GB UFS 4.0
Camera
Specification
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8
Main
200 MP, f/1.7, OIS
50 MP, f/1.8, OIS, Dual Pixel AF
Ultra-wide
50 MP, f/1.9, 120° FOV
12 MP, f/2.2, FlexCam
Telephoto 1
50 MP, f/2.9, 5× optical zoom
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Telephoto 2
10 MP, f/2.4, 3× optical zoom
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Front Camera (Cover)
10 MP, f/2.2
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Front Camera (Under-display)
4 MP under-display
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Video
8K @30fps, 4K @60fps
4K @60fps, 8K @30fps
Front Camera
—
10 MP, f/2.2
Battery & Charging
Specification
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8
Capacity
5000 mAh
4300 mAh (dual-cell)
Wired Charging
65W super fast charging
25W fast charging
Wireless Charging
25W wireless
15W wireless
Reverse Wireless
4.5W
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Connectivity
Specification
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8
Network
5G SA/NSA, 4G LTE
5G SA/NSA, 4G LTE
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 7
Wi-Fi 7
Bluetooth
6.0
5.4
NFC
Yes
Yes
USB
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2
S Pen
Yes (included)
—
Design & Build
Specification
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8
Build
Titanium frame, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2
—
Water Resistance
IPX8
IPX8
Hinge
Flex Hinge with Armour Aluminium
—
Folded dimensions
—
87.3 × 71.9 × 15.9 mm
Unfolded dimensions
—
165.1 × 71.9 × 6.9 mm
Software
Specification
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8
OS
Android 17
Android 17
UI
One UI 9
One UI 9
Updates
7 years OS + security
7 years OS + security
S Pen Features
Air Actions, Sketch to Image AI, Note Assist
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FlexCam
—
Hands-free shooting in Flex Mode
Price comparison

All variants and prices

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra

12GB RAM / 256GB· Titanium Black
₹1,99,999
12GB RAM / 512GB· Titanium Silver
₹2,19,999
16GB RAM / 1024GB· Titanium Black
₹2,59,999

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8

12GB RAM / 256GB· Mint
₹1,24,999
12GB RAM / 512GB· Shadow Gray
₹1,44,999
Common questions

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8: Frequently asked questions

Which is better: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 target similar market segments. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra starts at ₹1,87,999 and runs Android 17, One UI 9 with a 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz (foldable) + 5.5" cover display and Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 starts at ₹1,24,999 and offers 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz + 4.1" cover with Samsung Exynos 2600. If battery life is the priority, compare their mAh capacities. If display quality matters, compare refresh rates and panel types. Neither has a universal advantage — the choice depends on your use case and ecosystem preference.
What is the price difference between Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra starts at ₹1,87,999 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 starts at ₹1,24,999 in India. The price difference between base models is ₹63,000. Both phones are available in multiple RAM/storage variants at different price points.
Does Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra have a better camera than Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra offers a 200MP + 50MP + 50MP + 10MP camera system. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 provides 50MP + 12MP. Camera quality depends on factors beyond megapixels — including sensor size, aperture, OIS, and computational photography. For the most accurate comparison, refer to independent review sites that run controlled camera tests in the same conditions.
Which phone has longer battery life: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra comes with a 5000 mAh, 65W battery. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 includes 4300 mAh, 25W. Battery life also depends on the display resolution, refresh rate, and software optimisation. A larger mAh does not guarantee proportionally longer life if the display or processor is more power-hungry.
Is Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra worth buying over Z Fold 8?
The Z Fold 8 Ultra adds a 200MP main camera (vs 50MP on Z Fold 8), an included S Pen, faster 65W charging (vs 45W) and 5× periscope telephoto. At ₹1,99,999 vs ₹1,74,999, the Ultra is the better choice for photography enthusiasts and productivity users who benefit from the S Pen.
Is the Galaxy Z Flip 8 better than the Z Flip 7?
Yes. The Z Flip 8 upgrades to the 2nm Exynos 2600 chip (same as Galaxy S26), offers a wider 6.9" display, faster Bluetooth 5.4, and improved FlexCam AI features. The camera system is also upgraded to 50MP from 12MP on Z Flip 7.
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