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Apple iPhone Air vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8

Real specs. Clear sources.Exact variants · Checked 28 Sept 2026
Apple256 GB

iPhone Air

6.5″ · OLED · 120 Hz · Apple A19 Pro · 6 CPU cores · 5 GPU cores · 16-core Neural Engine

256 GB · Space Black · UK A3517 · dual eSIM · MG2L4QN/AFull product profile
Apple iPhone Air in Space Black, official product viewSpace Black
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WHO EACH ONE SUITS

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See the 21 verified differences
Samsung256 GB

Galaxy Z Flip8

6.9″ · Dynamic AMOLED 2X · 120 Hz · Samsung Exynos 2600

256 GB · Pink · UK SM-F776BLIGEUBFull product profile
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 in Pink, official product viewPink
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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
01 / 06

Chipset

A different chip or core configuration is a hardware change, not a measured performance uplift.

iPhone AirApple A19 Pro · 6 CPU cores · 5 GPU cores · 16-core Neural Engine
Galaxy Z Flip8Samsung Exynos 2600

Named on Samsung UK's Z Flip8 page; Samsung lists a deca-core CPU with 3.8GHz, 3.26GHz and 2.76GHz clock groups. Manufacturer specification, not a performance test.

Explore the full specifications
Galaxy Z Flip8

0.4″ larger diagonal.

Bigger is a preference, not a quality score.

iPhone Air
6.5″
Galaxy Z Flip8
6.9″

Relative diagonals · illustrative shape, not actual size

DATA INCOMPLETE

Camera details matter.

Dedicated telephoto reach. No digital or crop zoom.

iPhone Air
No telephoto
Galaxy Z Flip8
Not verified

Lens illustration · not an image-quality test

WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?

Key differences

Full specifications ↓

21 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 4 are also drawn in Visual facts above. Missing information stays separate.

iPhone AirApple A19 Pro · 6 CPU cores · 5 GPU cores · 16-core Neural Engine
Galaxy Z Flip8Samsung Exynos 2600
Sources
Galaxy Z Flip8

Named on Samsung UK's Z Flip8 page; Samsung lists a deca-core CPU with 3.8GHz, 3.26GHz and 2.76GHz clock groups. Manufacturer specification, not a performance test.

Samsung UK Galaxy Z Flip8 technical specifications — SM-F776BLIGEUBSamsung UK Galaxy Z Flip8 product page

Different hardware. A chip name or generation does not quantify real-world performance.

Claimed local video playback

In Visual facts
iPhone Air27 hours
Galaxy Z Flip831 hours
Sources
iPhone Air

Apple UK up-to claim, without an external battery; not mixed-use battery life.

Apple UK iPhone Air technical specifications
Galaxy Z Flip8

Video Playback Time (Hours, Wireless); manufacturer up-to claim. Protocols differ across brands.

Samsung UK Galaxy Z Flip8 technical specifications — SM-F776BLIGEUB

Manufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.

Display specification

iPhone Air6.5-inch OLED; 2736 × 1260; up to 120 Hz; 3000 nits peak (outdoor)
Galaxy Z Flip8Main: 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 2520 × 1080, up to 120 Hz; Cover: 4.1-inch Super AMOLED, 1048 × 948
Sources
iPhone Air

460 ppi; ProMotion adaptive refresh; 1,000 nits typical and 1,600 nits HDR peak.

Apple UK iPhone Air technical specifications
Galaxy Z Flip8

Main screen measured as a full rectangle: 174.1 mm (6.9-inch); 171.5 mm (6.8-inch) with rounded corners; resolution class FHD+. Cover screen: 104.8 mm (4.1-inch) full rectangle; 102.3 mm (4.0-inch) with rounded corners.

Samsung UK Galaxy Z Flip8 technical specifications — SM-F776BLIGEUB

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Show 15 more verified differences

Battery and charging

iPhone AirUp to 27 h video; fast wired charging (20 W+ adapter), 20 W wireless
Galaxy Z Flip84300 mAh
Sources
iPhone Air

Apple does not publish battery capacity in mAh. Up to 22 h streamed video; up to 50% in 30 minutes with a separately sold 20 W or higher USB-C adapter; MagSafe and Qi2 up to 20 W. Apple claims, not independent tests.

Apple UK iPhone Air technical specifications
Galaxy Z Flip8

Typical capacity. Samsung claims up to 31 hours of video playback. Real battery life depends on use. Samsung lists the charger power required as 10 W minimum to 25 W maximum.

Samsung UK Galaxy Z Flip8 technical specifications — SM-F776BLIGEUB

Manufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.

Ingress protection

In Visual facts
iPhone AirIP68
Galaxy Z Flip8IP48
Sources
iPhone Air

Apple laboratory condition: 6 m for 30 minutes. Resistance is not permanent.

Apple UK iPhone Air technical specifications
Galaxy Z Flip8

Samsung: water resistance against accidental spills and everyday mishaps; lab test submersion in up to 1.5 metres of freshwater for up to 30 minutes. Not permanent; may diminish with wear. The 4 digit is solid-particle protection, not dust-tight.

Samsung UK Galaxy Z Flip8 product page

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Small physical differences (1)
Configuration & compatibility details (1)

Regional SIM / network configuration

iPhone AirUK model A3517; eSIM only
Galaxy Z Flip8UK SM-F776BLIGEUB; 5G; dual SIM (nano-SIM + eSIM or 2 eSIMs)
Sources
iPhone Air

Dual eSIM (two active eSIMs); no physical SIM slot; 5G (sub-6 GHz). Carrier eSIM support needs confirming with your network.

Apple UK iPhone Air technical specifications
Galaxy Z Flip8

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 Flip8 technical specifications — SM-F776BLIGEUB

These descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.

Missing or non-comparable evidence (73)

Rear 4K recording maximum

iPhone Air60 fps
Galaxy Z Flip8Not verified
Sources
iPhone Air

Manufacturer recording-mode claim; not an independent quality or sustained-recording test.

Apple UK iPhone Air technical specifications
Galaxy Z Flip8

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 Air60 fps
Galaxy Z Flip8Not verified
Sources
iPhone Air

Front 18 MP Center Stage camera only.

Apple UK iPhone Air technical specifications
Galaxy Z Flip8

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 AirYes
Galaxy Z Flip8Not verified
Sources
iPhone Air

Sensor-shift OIS is stated for the 48 MP Fusion Main, the only rear camera.

Apple UK iPhone Air technical specifications
Galaxy Z Flip8

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Time to 50% wired charge

iPhone Air30 minutes
Galaxy Z Flip8Not verified
Sources
iPhone Air

Apple claim using a separately sold 20W or higher USB-C adapter.

Apple UK iPhone Air technical specifications
Galaxy Z Flip8

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Expandable storage

iPhone AirNot verified
Galaxy Z Flip8Not verified
Sources
iPhone Air

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy Z Flip8

Samsung's specification does not state whether a memory card is supported.

Samsung UK Galaxy Z Flip8 technical specifications — SM-F776BLIGEUB

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published support term

iPhone AirNot verified
Galaxy Z Flip8Not verified
Sources
iPhone Air

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy Z Flip8

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.

Listed operating system

iPhone AiriOS 26
Galaxy Z Flip8Not verified
Sources
Galaxy Z Flip8

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Device unlock

iPhone AirFace ID
Galaxy Z Flip8Not verified
Sources
Galaxy Z Flip8

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Cellular modem

iPhone AirApple C1X
Galaxy Z Flip8Not verified
Sources
iPhone Air

Listed in the UK Mobile and Wireless section for model A3517.

Apple UK iPhone Air technical specifications
Galaxy Z Flip8

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 AirNot verified
Galaxy Z Flip8Not verified
Sources
iPhone Air

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy Z Flip8

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 Flip8 technical specifications — SM-F776BLIGEUB

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Dedicated telephoto reach

iPhone Air0×
Galaxy Z Flip8Not verified
Sources
iPhone Air

The 2× mode crops the main sensor; there is no dedicated telephoto module.

Apple UK iPhone Air technical specifications
Galaxy Z Flip8

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.

Optical-quality crop reach

iPhone Air2×
Galaxy Z Flip8Not verified
Sources
iPhone Air

Main-sensor crop mode, not a separate telephoto lens.

Apple UK iPhone Air technical specifications
Galaxy Z Flip8

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 outdoor peak

iPhone Air3000 nits
Galaxy Z Flip8Not verified
Sources
Galaxy Z Flip8

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.

Pixel density

iPhone Air460 ppi
Galaxy Z Flip8Not verified
Sources
Galaxy Z Flip8

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 Air0
Galaxy Z Flip8Not verified
Sources
iPhone Air

Versus counts four workflow types: RAW stills, professional codecs, log capture and external production tools. Apple lists HEIF/JPEG photos and HEVC/H.264 video, and none of the four workflows.

Apple UK iPhone Air technical specifications
Galaxy Z Flip8

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

4G FDD LTE

iPhone AirNot verified
Galaxy Z Flip8B1(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 Air

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

5G FDD Sub6

iPhone AirNot verified
Galaxy Z Flip8N1(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 Air

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Rear Camera - Zoom

iPhone AirNot verified
Galaxy Z Flip8Optical quality Zoom 2x (Enabled by Adaptive Pixel sensor), Digital Zoom up to 10x
Sources
iPhone Air

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Sensors

iPhone AirNot verified
Galaxy Z Flip8Accelerometer, Barometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Hall Sensor, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor
Sources
iPhone Air

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 AirNot verified
Galaxy Z Flip8Not verified
Sources
iPhone Air

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy Z Flip8

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.

Claimed streamed video

iPhone Air22 hours
Galaxy Z Flip8Not verified
Sources
iPhone Air

Apple UK up-to claim.

Apple UK iPhone Air technical specifications
Galaxy Z Flip8

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 AirNot verified
Galaxy Z Flip8Not verified
Sources
iPhone Air

8K recording is not mentioned.

Apple UK iPhone Air technical specifications
Galaxy Z Flip8

Samsung lists UHD 4K (3840 x 2160)@60fps under Video Recording Resolution. It does not explicitly state an 8K capability exclusion; absence remains unknown. Video Playing Resolution describes playback, not camera capture.

Samsung UK Galaxy Z Flip8 technical specifications — SM-F776BLIGEUB

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Wireless charging

iPhone AirYes
Galaxy Z Flip8Not verified
Sources
Galaxy Z Flip8

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 power

iPhone Air20 W
Galaxy Z Flip8Not verified
Sources
iPhone Air

Compatible charger and adapter required.

Apple UK iPhone Air technical specifications
Galaxy Z Flip8

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

2 shared fields have the same recorded value.

COMPARE THE DETAILS

Full specifications

All specs100 specificationsiPhone AirGalaxy Z Flip8
156.2 × 74.7 × 5.64 mm (height × width × thickness)
166.9 x 75.4 x 6.1 mm (height × width × depth); folded: 85.7 x 75.4 x 13.1 mm
Form Factor
Sources
Not verified
Flip
6.5″
Nominal diagonal; actual viewable area is smaller.
6.9″
Main / inner screen diagonal · Full-rectangle nominal diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.
Published peak brightnessManufacturer peak claims use different test conditions.
Sources
Galaxy Z Flip8No source recorded
3000 nitsPublished outdoor peak · Outdoor peak claim.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Pixel density
Sources
Galaxy Z Flip8No source recorded
460 ppi
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
120Hz
Adaptive ProMotion.
120Hz
6.5-inch OLED; 2736 × 1260; up to 120 Hz; 3000 nits peak (outdoor)460 ppi; ProMotion adaptive refresh; 1,000 nits typical and 1,600 nits HDR peak.
Main: 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 2520 × 1080, up to 120 Hz; Cover: 4.1-inch Super AMOLED, 1048 × 948Main screen measured as a full rectangle: 174.1 mm (6.9-inch); 171.5 mm (6.8-inch) with rounded corners; resolution class FHD+. Cover screen: 104.8 mm (4.1-inch) full rectangle; 102.3 mm (4.0-inch) with rounded corners.
2736 × 1260
2520 x 1080 (FHD+)
Colour Depth (Main Display)
Sources
Not verified
16M
Size (Sub_Display)
Sources
Not verified
104.8mm (4.1" full rectangle) / 102.3mm (4.0" rounded corners)
Resolution (Sub Display)
Sources
Not verified
1048 x 948
Technology (Sub Display)
Sources
Not verified
Super AMOLED
Colour Depth (Sub Display)
Sources
Not verified
16M
Native telephoto reach
Sources
Galaxy Z Flip8No source recorded
No dedicated lensDedicated telephoto reach · The 2× mode crops the main sensor; there is no dedicated telephoto module.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Main: 48 MP (f/1.6, OIS), 2x crop mode; Front: 18 MP; Video: up to 4K 60 fps
Rear: 50 MP + 12 MP; Front: 10 MP; Video: up to 4K 60 fpsVideo recording resolution: UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 60 fps.
Optical-quality zoom
Sources
Galaxy Z Flip8No source recorded
2×Main-sensor crop mode, not a separate telephoto lens.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
18 MP Center Stage · f/1.9 · autofocus
10.0 MP
Published professional camera workflows
Sources
Galaxy Z Flip8No source recorded
0Versus counts four workflow types: RAW stills, professional codecs, log capture and external production tools. Apple lists HEIF/JPEG photos and HEVC/H.264 video, and none of the four workflows.
Not verified
Main camera optical stabilisation
Sources
Galaxy Z Flip8No source recorded
YesSensor-shift OIS is stated for the 48 MP Fusion Main, the only rear camera.
Not verified
Rear 4K recording maximum
Sources
Galaxy Z Flip8No source recorded
60 fpsManufacturer recording-mode claim; not an independent quality or sustained-recording test.
Not verified
Front 4K recording maximum
Sources
Galaxy Z Flip8No source recorded
60 fpsFront 18 MP Center Stage camera only.
Not verified
Rear Camera - Resolution (Multiple)
Sources
Not verified
50.0 MP + 12.0 MP
Rear Camera - F Number (Multiple)
Sources
Not verified
F1.8, F2.2
Rear Camera - Auto Focus
Sources
Not verified
Yes
Rear Camera - OIS
Sources
Not verified
Yes
Rear Camera - Zoom
Sources
Not verified
Optical quality Zoom 2x (Enabled by Adaptive Pixel sensor), Digital Zoom up to 10x
Front Camera - Resolution
Sources
Not verified
10.0 MP
Front Camera - F Number
Sources
Not verified
F2.2
Rear Camera - Flash
Sources
Not verified
Yes
Claimed video playbackUp-to manufacturer claims. Playback protocols differ.Differs
Sources
27 hours
Claimed local video playback · Apple UK up-to claim, without an external battery; not mixed-use battery life.
31 hours
Video Playback Time (Hours, Wireless); manufacturer up-to claim. Protocols differ across brands.
Wireless charging
Sources
Galaxy Z Flip8No source recorded
Yes
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Up to 27 h video; fast wired charging (20 W+ adapter), 20 W wirelessApple does not publish battery capacity in mAh. Up to 22 h streamed video; up to 50% in 30 minutes with a separately sold 20 W or higher USB-C adapter; MagSafe and Qi2 up to 20 W. Apple claims, not independent tests.
4300 mAhTypical capacity. Samsung claims up to 31 hours of video playback. Real battery life depends on use. Samsung lists the charger power required as 10 W minimum to 25 W maximum.
Claimed streamed video
Sources
Galaxy Z Flip8No source recorded
22 hoursApple UK up-to claim.
Not verified
Time to 50% wired charge
Sources
Galaxy Z Flip8No source recorded
30 minutesApple claim using a separately sold 20W or higher USB-C adapter.
Not verified
MagSafe / Qi2 power
Sources
Galaxy Z Flip8No source recorded
20 WCompatible charger and adapter required.
Not verified
Typical battery capacity
Sources
Not verified
4300 mAhManufacturer capacity; not an endurance test.
Minimum Battery Endurance in Cycles
Sources
Not verified
1200
Power Required for Charging (Min / Max, W)
Sources
Not verified
10 / 25
No fixed update period published; ships with iOS 26
Security updates until 31 July 2033This is an end date for security updates, not a number of years remaining from purchase.
Listed operating system
Sources
Galaxy Z Flip8No source recorded
iOS 26
Not verified
Stereo Support
Sources
Not verified
Yes
Samsung DeX Support
Sources
Not verified
Yes
Bluetooth Hearing Aid Support
Sources
Not verified
Android Audio Streaming for Hearing Aid (ASHA)
SmartThings Support
Sources
Not verified
Yes
Apple A19 Pro · 6 CPU cores · 5 GPU cores · 16-core Neural Engine
Samsung Exynos 2600Named on Samsung UK's Z Flip8 page; Samsung lists a deca-core CPU with 3.8GHz, 3.26GHz and 2.76GHz clock groups. Manufacturer specification, not a performance test.
RAM not published; 256 GB storageApple does not publish RAM capacity.
12 GB RAM; 256 GB storage
Regional SIM / network configurationConfiguration
Sources
UK model A3517; eSIM onlyDual eSIM (two active eSIMs); no physical SIM slot; 5G (sub-6 GHz). Carrier eSIM support needs confirming with your network.
UK SM-F776BLIGEUB; 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.
Not verifiedNot stated by the manufacturer.
12 GB
Ingress protectionDiffers
Sources
IP68Apple laboratory condition: 6 m for 30 minutes. Resistance is not permanent.
IP48Samsung: water resistance against accidental spills and everyday mishaps; lab test submersion in up to 1.5 metres of freshwater for up to 30 minutes. Not permanent; may diminish with wear. The 4 digit is solid-particle protection, not dust-tight.
USB-C; USB 2 data up to 480 Mb/s
USB Type-C; USB 3.2 Gen 1
Wi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 6 · Thread · second-generation UWB
Wi-Fi 7 (2.4, 5 and 6 GHz); Bluetooth 5.4Samsung lists Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be 2.4GHz+5GHz+6GHz, EHT320, MIMO, 4096-QAM and Bluetooth v5.4.
Device unlock
Sources
Galaxy Z Flip8No source recorded
Face ID
Not verified
Manufacturer UK reference priceDiffers
Sources
£1,099Apple UK price for the 256 GB model in September 2026; retailer prices may differ.
£1,149Manufacturer's UK list price in September 2026; retailer prices may differ.
Cellular modem
Sources
Galaxy Z Flip8No source recorded
Apple C1XListed in the UK Mobile and Wireless section for model A3517.
Not verified
Video Recording Resolution
Sources
Not verified
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160)@60fps
Slow Motion
Sources
Not verified
240fps @FHD, 120fps @FHD
Available Storage (GB)
Sources
Not verified
219.5
Number of SIM
Sources
Not verified
Dual-SIM
SIM size
Sources
Not verified
Nano-SIM (4FF), Embedded-SIM
SIM Slot Type
Sources
Not verified
SIM 1 + eSIM / Dual eSIM
Infra
Sources
Not verified
2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD, 5G Sub6 SDL
2G GSM
Sources
Not verified
GSM850, GSM900, DCS1800, PCS1900
3G UMTS
Sources
Not verified
B1(2100), B2(1900), B4(AWS), B5(850), B8(900)
4G FDD LTE
Sources
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
Not verified
B38(2600), B39(1900), B40(2300), B41(2500)
5G FDD Sub6
Sources
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
Not verified
N38(2600), N40(2300), N41(2500), N77(3700), N78(3500)
5G SDL Sub6
Sources
Not verified
N75(1500+)
USB Interface
Sources
Not verified
USB Type-C
USB Version
Sources
Not verified
USB 3.2 Gen 1
Location Technology
Sources
Not verified
GPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS
Earjack
Sources
Not verified
USB Type-C
MHL
Sources
Not verified
No
Wi-Fi
Sources
Not verified
802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be 2.4GHz+5GHz+6GHz, EHT320, MIMO, 4096-QAM
Wi-Fi Direct
Sources
Not verified
Yes
Bluetooth Version
Sources
Not verified
Bluetooth v5.4
NFC
Sources
Not verified
Yes
PC Sync.
Sources
Not verified
Smart Switch (PC version)
OS
Sources
Not verified
Android
Sensors
Sources
Not verified
Accelerometer, Barometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Hall Sensor, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor
Removable
Sources
Not verified
No
Energy Efficiency Class
Sources
Not verified
A
Video Playing Resolution
Sources
Not verified
UHD 8K (7680 x 4320)@60fps
Mobile TV
Sources
Not verified
No
Show unverified (5)Not verified or conflicting for both phones. Kept for completeness; never counted as a difference.
Not verified8K recording is not mentioned.
Not verifiedSamsung lists UHD 4K (3840 x 2160)@60fps under Video Recording Resolution. It does not explicitly state an 8K capability exclusion; absence remains unknown. Video Playing Resolution describes playback, not camera capture.
Published support term
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Reverse wireless charging
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
3.5 mm headphone jack
Sources
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
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedSamsung's specification does not state whether a memory card is supported.
Exact variants · Manufacturer specificationsView sources
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Apple iPhone Air

256 GB · checked 28 Sept 2026

Specifications & verification
Weight165 gManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Width74.7 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Thickness5.64 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Display size6.5 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence

Nominal diagonal; actual viewable area is smaller.

Apple
Peak brightness3,000 nitsManufacturer claim · high confidence

Outdoor peak claim.

Apple
Claimed video playback27 hoursManufacturer claim · high confidence

Apple UK up-to claim, without an external battery; not mixed-use battery life.

Apple
Claimed charging rate1.67% per minuteCalculated from sources · low confidence

Apple claim using a separately sold 20W or higher USB-C adapter. 50 divided by 30 minutes; not a sustained charging rate.

Apple
Published 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 onlyYesManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
IP ratingIP68Manufacturer claim · high confidence

Apple laboratory condition: 6 m for 30 minutes. Resistance is not permanent.

Apple
RAMNot verified

Not published

Apple
Pixel density460 ppiManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Maximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidence

Adaptive ProMotion.

Apple
Native telephoto reach0×Manufacturer claim · high confidence

The 2× mode crops the main sensor; there is no dedicated telephoto module.

Apple
Claimed optical-quality reach2×Manufacturer claim · high confidence

Main-sensor crop mode, not a separate telephoto lens.

Apple
Rear camera modules1Manufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
8K recordingNot verified

Not published

Apple
Manufacturer list price£1,099.00Reference only · not a live offer or current priceApple
All sources3
  1. Apple UK iPhone Air technical specificationsApple · accessed 10 Sept 2026
  2. Apple UK iPhone Air configurationsApple · accessed 10 Sept 2026
  3. iPhone Air exact UK configurationApple · accessed 10 Sept 2026

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8

256 GB · checked 28 Sept 2026

Specifications & verification
Weight180 gManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Width75.4 mmManufacturer claim · high confidence

Closed width

Samsung
Thickness13.1 mmManufacturer claim · high confidence

Closed thickness

Samsung
Display size6.9 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence

Full-rectangle nominal diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.

Samsung
Peak brightnessNot verified

Not published

Claimed video playback31 hoursManufacturer claim · high confidence

Video Playback Time (Hours, Wireless); manufacturer up-to claim. Protocols differ across brands.

Samsung
Claimed charging rateNot verified

Not published

Published total supportNot verified

Not published

Wireless chargingNot verified

Not published

Reverse wireless chargingNot verified

Not published

Headphone jackNot verified

Not published

Samsung
Expandable storageNot verified

Not published

Samsung
eSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
IP ratingIP48Manufacturer claim · high confidence

Samsung: water resistance against accidental spills and everyday mishaps; lab test submersion in up to 1.5 metres of freshwater for up to 30 minutes. Not permanent; may diminish with wear. The 4 digit is solid-particle protection, not dust-tight.

Samsung
RAM12 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 modules2Manufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
8K recordingNot verified

Not published

Samsung
Manufacturer list price£1,149.00Reference only · not a live offer or current priceSamsung
All sources3
  1. Samsung UK Galaxy Z Flip8 technical specifications — SM-F776BLIGEUBSamsung · accessed 10 Sept 2026
  2. Samsung UK Galaxy Z Flip8 product pageSamsung · accessed 10 Sept 2026
  3. Samsung UK current phone configurations and part numbersSamsung · accessed 10 Sept 2026
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