Apple256 GB
iPhone 18 Pro Max
6.9″ · 120 Hz
256 GB · Burgundy · UK model A3717 · nano-SIM + eSIM · MJXQ4QN/ARelease: 18 Sept 2026Full product profile
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Real specs. Clear sources.Exact variants · Checked 28 Sept 2026Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
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WHO EACH ONE SUITS
Choose the iPhone 18 Pro Max if…
- you want longer dedicated telephoto reach: 4× vs 3× Source: Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
- you want a longer claimed video playback: up to 43 vs 27 hours (manufacturer claims) Source: Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
Choose the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra if…
- you want a lighter phone: 215 g vs 249 g Source: Samsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB (opens in a new tab)
Samsung256 GB
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
8″ · Dynamic AMOLED 2X · 120 Hz · Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy
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THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE
Visual facts
Differences first. Select a topic for its graphic, sources and conditions.
How to read this comparison
How to read this comparison
- Manufacturer facts for the exact models shown. Not a quality rating or a test result.
- “Different” means the known values differ, not that one is better.
- Missing or conflicting evidence is marked and never counts as a difference. Source chips hold each fact’s sources and conditions.
SPECIFICATIONS SIDE BY SIDE6 topics
SELECTED TOPIC
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Chipset
A different chip or core configuration is a hardware change, not a measured performance uplift.
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
1.1″ larger diagonal.
Bigger is a preference, not a quality score.
- iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 6.9″
- Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 8″
Relative diagonals · illustrative shape, not actual size
WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?
Full specifications ↓Key differences
17 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 5 are also drawn in Visual facts above. Missing information stays separate.
Chipset
In Visual factsiPhone 18 Pro MaxApple A20 Pro · 6 CPU cores · 7 GPU cores · dual 16-core Neural Engine
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSnapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Octa-Core; CPU clock groups: 4.74 / 3.6 GHz. Manufacturer specification, not a performance benchmark.
Samsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUBSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra product pageDifferent hardware. A chip name or generation does not quantify real-world performance.
Front camera autofocus
iPhone 18 Pro MaxYes
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNo
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Samsung's 'Front Camera' row on this foldable is the main (inner) screen camera; the separate cover-screen camera is listed as Cover Camera.
Samsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUBKeep rear and front camera capabilities separate. A recording mode, autofocus or stabilisation feature can matter for your use; it does not establish independently tested image quality.
Claimed video playback
In Visual factsiPhone 18 Pro Max43 hours
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra27 hours
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Apple UK local-video claim; not a mixed-use endurance test.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsGalaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Video Playback Time (Hours, Wireless); manufacturer up-to claim. Protocols differ across brands.
Samsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUBManufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.
Camera system
iPhone 18 Pro Max48 MP main with f/1.48, f/1.8, f/2.8 and f/4 apertures (OIS); Telephoto: 48 MP, 4x optical (OIS); Ultra-wide: 48 MP; Front: 18 MP; Video: up to 4K 120 fps
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraRear: 200 MP + 50 MP + 10 MP; Inner: 10 MP; Cover: 10 MP; Video: up to 8K 30 fps
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Video recording resolution: UHD 8K (7680 x 4320) at 30 fps.
Samsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUBVariable aperture provides physical control over light and depth of field. A fixed aperture does not offer those settings; photo quality still needs independent testing.
Display specification
iPhone 18 Pro Max6.9-inch OLED; 2868 × 1320; up to 120 Hz; 3000 nits peak (outdoor)
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraMain: 8.0-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 2504 × 2256, up to 120 Hz; Cover: 6.5-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 2520 × 1080
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
460 ppi; ProMotion adaptive refresh.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsGalaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Main screen measured as a full rectangle: 203.1 mm (8.0-inch); 202.4 mm (8.0-inch) with rounded corners; resolution class QXGA+. Cover screen: 164.8 mm (6.5-inch) full rectangle; 164.1 mm (6.5-inch) with rounded corners; resolution class FHD+.
Samsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Wireless connectivity
iPhone 18 Pro MaxWi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 6 · Thread
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraWi-Fi 7 (2.4, 5 and 6 GHz); Bluetooth 6.0
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Samsung lists Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be 2.4GHz+5GHz+6GHz, EHT320, MIMO, 4096-QAM and Bluetooth v6.0.
Samsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
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Update policy
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo fixed update period published; launched with iOS 27
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSecurity updates until 31 July 2033
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple announces iPhone 18 Pro Max
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
This is an end date for security updates, not a number of years remaining from purchase.
Samsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUBDistinguish Android upgrades from security coverage. A total term from launch is not the support remaining from today or from purchase.
Connections
iPhone 18 Pro MaxUSB-C · DisplayPort · USB 3 up to 10 Gb/s
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraUSB Type-C; USB 3.2 Gen 1
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Battery and charging
iPhone 18 Pro MaxUp to 43 h video; fast wired charging (60 W adapter), 25 W wireless
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra5000 mAh
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Apple does not publish battery capacity in mAh. Up to 38 h streamed video; up to 50% in around 15 minutes with a separately sold 60 W-capable USB-C adapter supporting AVS; MagSafe and Qi2 up to 25 W. Apple UK claims, not independent tests.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsGalaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Typical capacity. Samsung claims up to 27 hours of video playback. Real battery life depends on use. Samsung lists the charger power required as 10 W minimum to 45 W maximum.
Samsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUBManufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.
Form factor
iPhone 18 Pro Maxslab
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultrafoldable
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Front cameras
iPhone 18 Pro Max18 MP Center Stage · f/1.9 · autofocus
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraInner: 10.0 MP; cover: 10.0 MP
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Samsung lists two selfie cameras: a 10.0 MP (F2.2) main-screen (inner) camera and a separate 10.0 MP (F2.2) cover-screen camera.
Samsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUBCompare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Ingress protection
In Visual factsiPhone 18 Pro MaxIP68
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraIP48
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Apple controlled test: 6 metres for 30 minutes; resistance is not permanent.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsGalaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Samsung lab condition: submersion in up to 1.5 metres of freshwater for up to 30 minutes; resistance is not permanent and may diminish with wear. Not a dust-tight rating or a waterproofing guarantee.
Samsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra product pageCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Native telephoto reach
iPhone 18 Pro Max4×
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra3×
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Dedicated 100 mm equivalent telephoto.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsGalaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
From the published "Rear Camera - Zoom" listing: "Optical Zoom 3x". The longest listed optical zoom is shown; optical-quality and digital zoom are excluded.
Samsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Screen size
iPhone 18 Pro Max6.9 in
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra8 in
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Nominal diagonal; actual viewable area is smaller.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsGalaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Full-rectangle nominal diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.
Samsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Dimensions
iPhone 18 Pro Max163.4 × 78 × 8.75 mm (height × width × thickness)
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra158.4 x 143.2 x 4.1 mm (height × width × depth); folded: 158.4 x 72.8 x 8.9 mm
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Weight
In Visual factsiPhone 18 Pro Max249 g
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra215 g
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Width (foldable measured folded)
In Visual factsiPhone 18 Pro Max78 mm
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra72.8 mm
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product. The foldable's published figure is its folded body. Folded and open dimensions describe different states; check the separately labelled source figures.
Small physical differences (2)
Height
iPhone 18 Pro Max163.4 mm
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra158.4 mm
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Thickness
iPhone 18 Pro Max8.75 mm
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra8.9 mm
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Configuration & compatibility details (1)
Regional SIM / network configuration
iPhone 18 Pro MaxUK model A3717; nano-SIM + eSIM
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraUK SM-F976BZVBEUB; 5G; dual SIM (nano-SIM + eSIM or 2 eSIMs)
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Dual SIM (nano-SIM and eSIM) with dual eSIM support; 5G (sub-6 GHz). Carrier services and eSIM support need confirming with your network.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsGalaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Samsung lists: Dual-SIM; Nano-SIM (4FF), Embedded-SIM; SIM 1 + eSIM / Dual eSIM; 2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD, 5G Sub6 SDL. Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK.
Samsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUBThese descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.
Missing or non-comparable evidence (94)
Main-camera aperture control
iPhone 18 Pro MaxVariable: f/1.48, f/1.8, f/2.8, f/4.0
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Four physical main-camera aperture settings; not a simulated portrait-blur score.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsGalaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear 4K recording maximum
iPhone 18 Pro Max120 fps
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
100 and 120 fps are Fusion Main only. Manufacturer recording-mode claim; not an independent quality or sustained-recording test.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsGalaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front 4K recording maximum
iPhone 18 Pro Max60 fps
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Front 18 MP Center Stage camera only.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsGalaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Main camera optical stabilisation
iPhone 18 Pro MaxYes
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Second-generation sensor-shift OIS on the 48 MP Fusion Main; the telephoto has its own 3D sensor-shift OIS.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsGalaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera - OIS
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraYes
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera - Auto Focus
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraYes
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Cinematic video at 4K Dolby Vision
iPhone 18 Pro Max60 fps
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Rear-camera Cinematic mode. Front-camera Cinematic mode is listed separately at up to 4K30.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsGalaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Typical battery capacity
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra5000 mAh
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Manufacturer capacity; not an endurance test.
Samsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Time to 50% wired charge
iPhone 18 Pro Max15 minutes
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Apple claim with a separately sold 60 W-capable adapter supporting AVS.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsGalaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Built-in pro camera controls
iPhone 18 Pro MaxMain camera: aperture, shutter speed, white balance and histogram; front camera: shutter speed, white balance and histogram
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
The front camera is not described as having physical aperture control.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsGalaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Maximum digital zoom in video
iPhone 18 Pro Max24×
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Digital video zoom; not optical lens reach or a claim about image quality.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsGalaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
RAM
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra12 GB
Sources
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Expandable storage
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Samsung's specification does not state whether a memory card is supported.
Samsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published support term
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Launch operating system
iPhone 18 Pro MaxiOS 27
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple announces iPhone 18 Pro Max
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Apple Intelligence and Siri AI
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple Intelligence; Siri AI beta in iOS 27
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Siri AI starts in English, with regional restrictions and usage limits for some cloud features.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsGalaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Audio Mix
iPhone 18 Pro MaxUpdated algorithms with music isolation
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Manufacturer-described functions; sound quality has not been independently measured.
Apple announces iPhone 18 Pro MaxGalaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Biometric authentication
iPhone 18 Pro MaxFace ID
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Named cellular modem
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Apple's UK specification names the C2 modem for iPhone 18 Pro only and does not say which modem iPhone 18 Pro Max uses.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsGalaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Chip manufacturing process
iPhone 18 Pro Max2 nm
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Manufacturer-named process technology; the process name is not a measured transistor size or an efficiency score.
Apple announces iPhone 18 Pro MaxGalaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Cinematic effects after capture
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApply Cinematic effects after capture to video shot at up to 60 fps
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Main display resolution
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra2504 x 2256 (QXGA+)
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Dynamic Island
iPhone 18 Pro MaxRedesigned; up to three Live Activities at once
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Apple-announced interface feature; usability has not been independently tested.
Apple announces iPhone 18 Pro MaxGalaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Headphone jack
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Samsung lists USB Type-C under Earjack and does not say whether there is also a separate 3.5 mm jack.
Samsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
RAM and storage configuration
iPhone 18 Pro MaxRAM not published; 256 GB storage
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra12 GB RAM; 256 GB storage
Sources
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
One source states less detail or a rounded figure. This is not a verified difference; check the exact configuration.
Optical-quality zoom
iPhone 18 Pro Max8×
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Manufacturer crop-mode claim; not a separate lens.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsGalaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Panel technology
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraDynamic AMOLED 2X
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Photographic Styles
iPhone 18 Pro MaxPhotographic Styles 3
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Available on the rear and front cameras.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsGalaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Pixel density
iPhone 18 Pro Max460 ppi
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published professional camera workflows
iPhone 18 Pro Max4
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Versus counts four workflow types Apple lists: RAW stills, professional video codecs, log capture and external production timing. It is not an Apple score or a count of every camera feature.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsGalaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
2G GSM
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraGSM850, GSM900, DCS1800, PCS1900
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
3G UMTS
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraB1(2100), B2(1900), B4(AWS), B5(850), B8(900)
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
4G FDD LTE
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraB1(2100), B2(1900), B3(1800), B4(AWS), B5(850), B7(2600), B8(900), B12(700), B13(700), B17(700), B18(800), B19(800), B20(800), B25(1900), B26(850), B28(700), B32(1500), B66(AWS-3)
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
4G TDD LTE
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraB38(2600), B39(1900), B40(2300), B41(2500)
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
5G FDD Sub6
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraN1(2100), N2(1900), N3(1800), N5(850), N7(2600), N8(900), N12(700), N20(800), N25(1900), N26(850), N28(700), N66(AWS-3)
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
5G SDL Sub6
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraN75(1500+)
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
5G TDD Sub6
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraN38(2600), N40(2300), N41(2500), N77(3700), N78(3500)
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Available Storage (GB)
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra218.5
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Bluetooth Hearing Aid Support
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraAndroid Audio Streaming for Hearing Aid (ASHA)
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Bluetooth Version
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraBluetooth v6.0
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Colour Depth (Main Display)
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra16M
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Colour Depth (Sub Display)
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra16M
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Cover Camera - Auto Focus
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNo
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Cover Camera - F Number
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraF2.2
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Cover Camera - Resolution
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra10.0 MP
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Earjack
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraUSB Type-C
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Energy Efficiency Class
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraA
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Form Factor
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraFolder
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front Camera - F Number
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraF2.2
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front Camera - Resolution
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra10.0 MP
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Infra
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD, 5G Sub6 SDL
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Location Technology
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraGPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
MHL
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNo
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Minimum Battery Endurance in Cycles
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra1200
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Mobile TV
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNo
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
NFC
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraYes
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Number of SIM
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraDual-SIM
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
OS
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraAndroid
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
PC Sync.
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSmart Switch (PC version)
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Power Required for Charging (Min / Max, W)
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra10 / 45
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera - F Number (Multiple)
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraF1.7, F1.9, F2.4
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera - Flash
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraYes
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera - Resolution (Multiple)
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra200.0 MP + 50.0 MP + 10.0 MP
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera - Zoom
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraOptical Zoom 3x, Optical quality Zoom 2x (Enabled by Adaptive Pixel sensor), Digital Zoom up to 30x
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Removable
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNo
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Resolution (Sub Display)
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra2520 x 1080 (FHD+)
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
S Pen Support
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNo
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Samsung explicitly states S Pen is not supported on this model.
Samsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra product pageEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Samsung DeX Support
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraYes
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Sensors
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraAccelerometer, Barometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Hall Sensor, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
SIM size
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNano-SIM (4FF), Embedded-SIM
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
SIM Slot Type
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSIM 1 + eSIM / Dual eSIM
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Size (Sub_Display)
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra164.8mm (6.5" full rectangle) / 164.1mm (6.5" rounded corners)
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Slow Motion
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra240fps @FHD, 120fps @FHD, 120fps @UHD
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
SmartThings Support
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraYes
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Stereo Support
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraYes
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Technology (Sub Display)
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraDynamic AMOLED 2X
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
USB Interface
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraUSB Type-C
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
USB Version
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraUSB 3.2 Gen 1
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
UWB (Ultra-Wideband)
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraYes
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Video Playing Resolution
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraUHD 8K (7680 x 4320)@60fps
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Video Recording Resolution
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraUHD 8K (7680 x 4320)@30fps
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wi-Fi
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be 2.4GHz+5GHz+6GHz, EHT320, MIMO, 4096-QAM
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wi-Fi Direct
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraYes
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Apple Reference Image
iPhone 18 Pro MaxFusion Main camera
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Apple camera feature; image quality has not been independently tested.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsGalaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Reverse wireless charging
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Smart focus tracking
iPhone 18 Pro MaxYes
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Apple camera feature; tracking reliability has not been independently tested.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsGalaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Claimed streamed video
iPhone 18 Pro Max38 hours
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNot verified
Sources
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Thermal design
iPhone 18 Pro MaxA20 Pro die beside memory with direct attachment to a redesigned vapour chamber
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Apple claims three times the vapour-chamber surface area of iPhone 17 Pro. Sustained-performance gains require independent testing.
Apple announces iPhone 18 Pro MaxGalaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Time-lapse recording
iPhone 18 Pro MaxUp to 4K Dolby Vision with stabilisation
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
The published time-lapse mode is separate from ordinary video and slow motion.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsGalaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Claimed typical-use battery life
iPhone 18 Pro Max29 hours
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Apple typical-use claim; distinct from local or streamed video playback and not a cross-brand endurance test.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsGalaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
US specification difference
iPhone 18 Pro MaxUS model is eSIM only (dual eSIM) and adds 5G mmWave (bands n258, n260, n261); Apple lists 45 h local video and 40 h streamed video for it.
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
US figures are shown for reference only and are not used for the UK model.
Apple US iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsGalaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
8K video recording
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraYes
Sources
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wireless charging
iPhone 18 Pro MaxYes
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
MagSafe / Qi2 charging
iPhone 18 Pro Max25 W
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Compatible charger and adapter required.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsGalaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
5 shared fields have the same recorded value.
COMPARE THE DETAILS
Full specifications
All specs124 specificationsiPhone 18 Pro MaxGalaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
iPhone 18 Pro MaxGalaxy Z Fold8 UltraWeightDiffers
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
249g
215g
WidthDiffers
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
78mm
72.8mm
Closed width
ThicknessDiffers
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
8.75mm
8.9mm
Closed thickness
DimensionsDiffers
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
163.4 × 78 × 8.75 mm (height × width × thickness)
158.4 x 143.2 x 4.1 mm (height × width × depth); folded: 158.4 x 72.8 x 8.9 mm
Closed heightDiffers
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
163.4 mm
158.4 mm
Form factorDiffers
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
slab
foldable
ColourDiffers
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max, 256 GB, Burgundy
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK current phone configurations and part numbers
Burgundy
Violet Shadow
Thermal design
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple announces iPhone 18 Pro Max
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNo source recorded
A20 Pro die beside memory with direct attachment to a redesigned vapour chamberApple claims three times the vapour-chamber surface area of iPhone 17 Pro. Sustained-performance gains require independent testing.
Not verified
Form Factor
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
Folder
Screen sizeDiffers
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
6.9″
Nominal diagonal; actual viewable area is smaller.
8″
Main / inner screen diagonal · Full-rectangle nominal diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.
Published peak brightnessManufacturer peak claims use different test conditions.
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra product page
3000 nits
Published outdoor peak · Manufacturer claim, not an independent measurement.
3000 nits
Claimed peak brightness · Samsung states a peak brightness of 3000 nits (15% brighter than Galaxy Z Fold7); the screen and test condition are not stated. Manufacturer claim, not an independent measurement.
Pixel density
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNo source recorded
460 ppi
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Maximum refresh rate
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
120Hz
Adaptive ProMotion; refresh depends on content.
120Hz
Display specificationDiffers
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
6.9-inch OLED; 2868 × 1320; up to 120 Hz; 3000 nits peak (outdoor)460 ppi; ProMotion adaptive refresh.
Main: 8.0-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 2504 × 2256, up to 120 Hz; Cover: 6.5-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 2520 × 1080Main screen measured as a full rectangle: 203.1 mm (8.0-inch); 202.4 mm (8.0-inch) with rounded corners; resolution class QXGA+. Cover screen: 164.8 mm (6.5-inch) full rectangle; 164.1 mm (6.5-inch) with rounded corners; resolution class FHD+.
Dynamic Island
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple announces iPhone 18 Pro Max
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNo source recorded
Redesigned; up to three Live Activities at onceApple-announced interface feature; usability has not been independently tested.
Not verified
Main display resolution
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
2504 x 2256 (QXGA+)
Colour Depth (Main Display)
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
16M
Size (Sub_Display)
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
164.8mm (6.5" full rectangle) / 164.1mm (6.5" rounded corners)
Resolution (Sub Display)
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
2520 x 1080 (FHD+)
Technology (Sub Display)
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Colour Depth (Sub Display)
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
16M
Native telephoto reachDiffers
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
4×
Dedicated 100 mm equivalent telephoto.
3×
From the published "Rear Camera - Zoom" listing: "Optical Zoom 3x". The longest listed optical zoom is shown; optical-quality and digital zoom are excluded.
Rear camera modules
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
3
Counts the three physical rear camera modules; 2× and 8× crop modes are not extra cameras.
3
8K video recording
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified8K recording is not mentioned.
Yes
Camera systemDiffers
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
48 MP main with f/1.48, f/1.8, f/2.8 and f/4 apertures (OIS); Telephoto: 48 MP, 4x optical (OIS); Ultra-wide: 48 MP; Front: 18 MP; Video: up to 4K 120 fps
Rear: 200 MP + 50 MP + 10 MP; Inner: 10 MP; Cover: 10 MP; Video: up to 8K 30 fpsVideo recording resolution: UHD 8K (7680 x 4320) at 30 fps.
Optical-quality zoom
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNo source recorded
8×Manufacturer crop-mode claim; not a separate lens.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Front cameraDiffers
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
18 MP Center Stage · f/1.9 · autofocus
Inner: 10.0 MP; cover: 10.0 MPSamsung lists two selfie cameras: a 10.0 MP (F2.2) main-screen (inner) camera and a separate 10.0 MP (F2.2) cover-screen camera.
Published professional camera workflows
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNo source recorded
4Versus counts four workflow types Apple lists: RAW stills, professional video codecs, log capture and external production timing. It is not an Apple score or a count of every camera feature.
Not verified
Main-camera aperture control
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNo source recorded
Variable: f/1.48, f/1.8, f/2.8, f/4.0Four physical main-camera aperture settings; not a simulated portrait-blur score.
Not verified
Rear Cinematic video at 4K Dolby Vision
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNo source recorded
60 fpsRear-camera Cinematic mode. Front-camera Cinematic mode is listed separately at up to 4K30.
Not verified
Maximum digital zoom in video
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNo source recorded
24×Digital video zoom; not optical lens reach or a claim about image quality.
Not verified
Photographic Styles
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNo source recorded
Photographic Styles 3Available on the rear and front cameras.
Not verified
Smart focus tracking
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNo source recorded
YesApple camera feature; tracking reliability has not been independently tested.
Not verified
Built-in pro camera controls
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNo source recorded
Main camera: aperture, shutter speed, white balance and histogram; front camera: shutter speed, white balance and histogramThe front camera is not described as having physical aperture control.
Not verified
Apple Reference Image
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNo source recorded
Fusion Main cameraApple camera feature; image quality has not been independently tested.
Not verified
Time-lapse recording
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNo source recorded
Up to 4K Dolby Vision with stabilisationThe published time-lapse mode is separate from ordinary video and slow motion.
Not verified
Cinematic effects after capture
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple announces iPhone 18 Pro Max
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNo source recorded
Apply Cinematic effects after capture to video shot at up to 60 fpsApple-announced editing feature.
Not verified
Audio Mix
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple announces iPhone 18 Pro Max
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNo source recorded
Updated algorithms with music isolationManufacturer-described functions; sound quality has not been independently measured.
Not verified
Main camera optical stabilisation
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNo source recorded
YesSecond-generation sensor-shift OIS on the 48 MP Fusion Main; the telephoto has its own 3D sensor-shift OIS.
Not verified
Rear 4K recording maximum
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNo source recorded
120 fps100 and 120 fps are Fusion Main only. Manufacturer recording-mode claim; not an independent quality or sustained-recording test.
Not verified
Front 4K recording maximum
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNo source recorded
60 fpsFront 18 MP Center Stage camera only.
Not verified
Front Camera - Auto FocusDiffers
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Yes
NoSamsung's 'Front Camera' row on this foldable is the main (inner) screen camera; the separate cover-screen camera is listed as Cover Camera.
Rear Camera - Resolution (Multiple)
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
200.0 MP + 50.0 MP + 10.0 MP
Rear Camera - F Number (Multiple)
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
F1.7, F1.9, F2.4
Rear Camera - Zoom
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
Optical Zoom 3x, Optical quality Zoom 2x (Enabled by Adaptive Pixel sensor), Digital Zoom up to 30x
Front Camera - Resolution
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
10.0 MP
Front Camera - F Number
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
F2.2
Rear Camera - Flash
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
Yes
Cover Camera - Resolution
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
10.0 MP
Cover Camera - F Number
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
F2.2
Cover Camera - Auto Focus
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
No
Rear Camera - Auto Focus
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
Yes
Rear Camera - OIS
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
Yes
Claimed video playbackUp-to manufacturer claims. Playback protocols differ.Differs
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
43 hours
Apple UK local-video claim; not a mixed-use endurance test.
27 hours
Video Playback Time (Hours, Wireless); manufacturer up-to claim. Protocols differ across brands.
Wireless charging
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNo source recorded
Yes
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Battery and chargingDiffers
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Up to 43 h video; fast wired charging (60 W adapter), 25 W wirelessApple does not publish battery capacity in mAh. Up to 38 h streamed video; up to 50% in around 15 minutes with a separately sold 60 W-capable USB-C adapter supporting AVS; MagSafe and Qi2 up to 25 W. Apple UK claims, not independent tests.
5000 mAhTypical capacity. Samsung claims up to 27 hours of video playback. Real battery life depends on use. Samsung lists the charger power required as 10 W minimum to 45 W maximum.
Claimed streamed video
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNo source recorded
38 hoursApple UK claim.
Not verified
Time to 50% wired charge
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNo source recorded
15 minutesApple claim with a separately sold 60 W-capable adapter supporting AVS.
Not verified
MagSafe / Qi2 charging
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNo source recorded
25 WCompatible charger and adapter required.
Not verified
Claimed typical-use battery life
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNo source recorded
29 hoursApple typical-use claim; distinct from local or streamed video playback and not a cross-brand endurance test.
Not verified
Typical battery capacity
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
5000 mAhManufacturer capacity; not an endurance test.
Minimum Battery Endurance in Cycles
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
1200
Power Required for Charging (Min / Max, W)
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
10 / 45
Update policyDiffers
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple announces iPhone 18 Pro Max
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
No fixed update period published; launched with iOS 27
Security updates until 31 July 2033This is an end date for security updates, not a number of years remaining from purchase.
Launch operating system
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple announces iPhone 18 Pro Max
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNo source recorded
iOS 27
Not verified
Apple Intelligence and Siri AI
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNo source recorded
Apple Intelligence; Siri AI beta in iOS 27Siri AI starts in English, with regional restrictions and usage limits for some cloud features.
Not verified
Stereo Support
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
Yes
Samsung DeX Support
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
Yes
Bluetooth Hearing Aid Support
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
Android Audio Streaming for Hearing Aid (ASHA)
SmartThings Support
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
Yes
S Pen Support
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra product page
Not verified
NoSamsung explicitly states S Pen is not supported on this model.
ChipsetDiffers
Sources
Apple A20 Pro · 6 CPU cores · 7 GPU cores · dual 16-core Neural Engine
Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for GalaxyOcta-Core; CPU clock groups: 4.74 / 3.6 GHz. Manufacturer specification, not a performance benchmark.
RAM and storage configurationDiffers
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max, 256 GB, Burgundy
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
RAM not published; 256 GB storageApple does not publish RAM capacity.
12 GB RAM; 256 GB storage
Regional SIM / network configurationConfiguration
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
UK model A3717; nano-SIM + eSIMDual SIM (nano-SIM and eSIM) with dual eSIM support; 5G (sub-6 GHz). Carrier services and eSIM support need confirming with your network.
UK SM-F976BZVBEUB; 5G; dual SIM (nano-SIM + eSIM or 2 eSIMs)Samsung lists: Dual-SIM; Nano-SIM (4FF), Embedded-SIM; SIM 1 + eSIM / Dual eSIM; 2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD, 5G Sub6 SDL. Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK.
Storage
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max, 256 GB, Burgundy
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
256 GB
256 GB
RAM
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verifiedNot published by Apple.
12 GB
Ingress protectionDiffers
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra product page
IP68Apple controlled test: 6 metres for 30 minutes; resistance is not permanent.
IP48Samsung lab condition: submersion in up to 1.5 metres of freshwater for up to 30 minutes; resistance is not permanent and may diminish with wear. Not a dust-tight rating or a waterproofing guarantee.
eSIM only
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
No
No
USB connectionDiffers
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
USB-C · DisplayPort · USB 3 up to 10 Gb/s
USB Type-C; USB 3.2 Gen 1
Wireless connectivityDiffers
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Wi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 6 · Thread
Wi-Fi 7 (2.4, 5 and 6 GHz); Bluetooth 6.0Samsung lists Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be 2.4GHz+5GHz+6GHz, EHT320, MIMO, 4096-QAM and Bluetooth v6.0.
Biometric authentication
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNo source recorded
Face ID
Not verified
Announced
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple announces iPhone 18 Pro Max
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNo source recorded
2026-09-09
Not verified
Pre-orders open
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple announces iPhone 18 Pro Max
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNo source recorded
2026-09-12
Not verified
Announced availability
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple announces iPhone 18 Pro Max
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNo source recorded
2026-09-18
Not verified
Manufacturer UK reference priceDiffers
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max, 256 GB, Burgundy
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK current phone configurations and part numbers
£1,299Announced 256 GB configuration price; not a current retailer offer.
£1,899Manufacturer's UK list price in September 2026; retailer prices may differ.
US specification difference
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple US iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNo source recorded
US model is eSIM only (dual eSIM) and adds 5G mmWave (bands n258, n260, n261); Apple lists 45 h local video and 40 h streamed video for it.US figures are shown for reference only and are not used for the UK model.
Not verified
Chip manufacturing process
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple announces iPhone 18 Pro Max
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNo source recorded
2 nmManufacturer-named process technology; the process name is not a measured transistor size or an efficiency score.
Not verified
Panel technology
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Video Recording Resolution
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
UHD 8K (7680 x 4320)@30fps
Slow Motion
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
240fps @FHD, 120fps @FHD, 120fps @UHD
Available Storage (GB)
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
218.5
Number of SIM
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
Dual-SIM
SIM size
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
Nano-SIM (4FF), Embedded-SIM
SIM Slot Type
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
SIM 1 + eSIM / Dual eSIM
Infra
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD, 5G Sub6 SDL
2G GSM
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
GSM850, GSM900, DCS1800, PCS1900
3G UMTS
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
B1(2100), B2(1900), B4(AWS), B5(850), B8(900)
4G FDD LTE
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
B1(2100), B2(1900), B3(1800), B4(AWS), B5(850), B7(2600), B8(900), B12(700), B13(700), B17(700), B18(800), B19(800), B20(800), B25(1900), B26(850), B28(700), B32(1500), B66(AWS-3)
4G TDD LTE
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
B38(2600), B39(1900), B40(2300), B41(2500)
5G FDD Sub6
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
N1(2100), N2(1900), N3(1800), N5(850), N7(2600), N8(900), N12(700), N20(800), N25(1900), N26(850), N28(700), N66(AWS-3)
5G TDD Sub6
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
N38(2600), N40(2300), N41(2500), N77(3700), N78(3500)
5G SDL Sub6
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
N75(1500+)
USB Interface
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
USB Type-C
USB Version
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
USB 3.2 Gen 1
Location Technology
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
GPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS
Earjack
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
USB Type-C
MHL
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
No
Wi-Fi
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be 2.4GHz+5GHz+6GHz, EHT320, MIMO, 4096-QAM
Wi-Fi Direct
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
Yes
Bluetooth Version
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
Bluetooth v6.0
NFC
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
Yes
UWB (Ultra-Wideband)
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
Yes
PC Sync.
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
Smart Switch (PC version)
OS
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
Android
Sensors
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
Accelerometer, Barometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Hall Sensor, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor
Removable
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
No
Energy Efficiency Class
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
A
Video Playing Resolution
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
UHD 8K (7680 x 4320)@60fps
Mobile TV
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verified
No
Show unverified (5)Not verified or conflicting for both phones. Kept for completeness; never counted as a difference.
Published support term
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Named cellular modem
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraNo source recorded
Not verifiedApple's UK specification names the C2 modem for iPhone 18 Pro only and does not say which modem iPhone 18 Pro Max uses.
Not verified
Reverse wireless charging
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
3.5 mm headphone jack
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedSamsung lists USB Type-C under Earjack and does not say whether there is also a separate 3.5 mm jack.
Memory card support
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUB
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedSamsung's specification does not state whether a memory card is supported.
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How we calculate scoresApple iPhone 18 Pro Max
256 GB · checked 28 Sept 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight249 gManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Width78 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Thickness8.75 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Display size6.9 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Nominal diagonal; actual viewable area is smaller.
ApplePeak brightness3,000 nitsManufacturer claim · high confidence
Manufacturer claim, not an independent measurement.
AppleClaimed video playback43 hoursManufacturer claim · high confidence
Apple UK local-video claim; not a mixed-use endurance test.
AppleClaimed charging rate3.33% per minuteCalculated from sources · low confidence
Apple claim with a separately sold 60 W-capable adapter supporting AVS. 50 divided by 15 minutes; not a sustained charging rate.
ApplePublished total supportNot verified
Not published
Wireless chargingYesManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Reverse wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
Headphone jackNot verified
Not published
Expandable storageNot verified
Not published
eSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
IP ratingIP68Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Apple controlled test: 6 metres for 30 minutes; resistance is not permanent.
ApplePixel density460 ppiManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Maximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidence
Adaptive ProMotion; refresh depends on content.
AppleNative telephoto reach4×Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Dedicated 100 mm equivalent telephoto.
AppleClaimed optical-quality reach8×Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Manufacturer crop-mode claim; not a separate lens.
AppleRear camera modules3Calculated from sources · medium confidence
Counts the three physical rear camera modules; 2× and 8× crop modes are not extra cameras.
AppleManufacturer list price£1,299.00Reference only · not a live offer or current priceApple
All sources4
- Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsApple · accessed 11 Sept 2026
- Apple US iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsApple · accessed 11 Sept 2026
- Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max, 256 GB, BurgundyApple · accessed 11 Sept 2026
- Apple announces iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple · accessed 11 Sept 2026
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
256 GB · checked 28 Sept 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight215 gManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Display size8 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Full-rectangle nominal diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.
SamsungPeak brightness3,000 nitsManufacturer claim · high confidence
Samsung states a peak brightness of 3000 nits (15% brighter than Galaxy Z Fold7); the screen and test condition are not stated. Manufacturer claim, not an independent measurement.
SamsungClaimed video playback27 hoursManufacturer claim · high confidence
Video Playback Time (Hours, Wireless); manufacturer up-to claim. Protocols differ across brands.
SamsungClaimed charging rateNot verified
Not published
Published total supportNot verified
Not published
Wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
Reverse wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
eSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
IP ratingIP48Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Samsung lab condition: submersion in up to 1.5 metres of freshwater for up to 30 minutes; resistance is not permanent and may diminish with wear. Not a dust-tight rating or a waterproofing guarantee.
SamsungRAM12 GBManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Pixel densityNot verified
Not published
Maximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Native telephoto reachNot verified
Not published
Claimed optical-quality reachNot verified
Not published
Rear camera modules3Manufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
8K recordingYesManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Manufacturer list price£1,899.00Reference only · not a live offer or current priceSamsung
All sources3
- Samsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra technical specifications — SM-F976BZVBEUBSamsung · accessed 10 Sept 2026
- Samsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra product pageSamsung · accessed 10 Sept 2026
- Samsung UK current phone configurations and part numbersSamsung · accessed 10 Sept 2026
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