Apple256 GB
iPhone Duo
7.6″ · 120 Hz
256 GB · Night Sky · UK A3720 · dual eSIM · MK2E4QN/ARelease: 23 Oct 2026Full product profile
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Real specs. Clear sources.Exact variants · Checked 28 Sept 2026Apple iPhone Duo vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
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DIFFERENCES AT A GLANCE
- Chipset
- iPhone Duo: Apple A20 Pro · 7 GPU cores vs Galaxy Z Fold8: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy
- eSIM only
- iPhone Duo: Yes vs Galaxy Z Fold8: No
- Ingress protection
- iPhone Duo: IP68 vs Galaxy Z Fold8: IP48
- Closed thickness
- iPhone Duo: 11.3 mm vs Galaxy Z Fold8: 9.7 mm
Samsung256 GB
Galaxy Z Fold8
7.6″ · 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
01 / 06
Chipset
A different chip or core configuration is a hardware change, not a measured performance uplift.
BOTH PHONES
Same screen diagonal.
Bigger is a preference, not a quality score.
- iPhone Duo
- 7.6″
- Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6″
Relative diagonals · illustrative shape, not actual size
DATA INCOMPLETE
Camera details matter.
Dedicated telephoto reach. No digital or crop zoom.
- iPhone Duo
- No telephoto
- Galaxy Z Fold8
- Not verified
Lens illustration · not an image-quality test
PER-DISPLAY CLAIMS
Playback on paper.
Up-to claims. Different test methods; no endurance winner.
- iPhone Duo
- 31 hours (inner display) · 44 hours (outer display)
- Galaxy Z Fold8
- Up to 26h
Arcs on a shared 0–40 h scale · not mixed-use battery life
WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?
Full specifications ↓Key differences
13 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 3 are also drawn in Visual facts above. Missing information stays separate.
Chipset
In Visual factsiPhone DuoApple A20 Pro · 6 CPU cores · 7 GPU cores · dual 16-core Neural Engine
Galaxy Z Fold8Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy
Sources
Galaxy Z Fold8
Octa-Core; CPU clock groups: 4.74 / 3.6 GHz. Manufacturer specification, not a performance benchmark.
Samsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 technical specifications — SM-F971BLVBEUBSamsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 product pageDifferent hardware. A chip name or generation does not quantify real-world performance.
Camera system
iPhone DuoMain: 48 MP (f/1.6, OIS), 2x crop mode; Ultra-wide: 48 MP; Front: 12 MP (cover), under-display camera (inner); Video: up to 4K 120 fps
Galaxy Z Fold8Rear: 50 MP + 50 MP; Inner: 10 MP; Cover: 10 MP; Video: up to 8K 30 fps
Sources
Galaxy Z Fold8
Video recording resolution: UHD 8K (7680 x 4320) at 30 fps.
Samsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 technical specifications — SM-F971BLVBEUBCompare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Display specification
iPhone DuoMain: 7.6-inch OLED, 2670 × 1878; Cover: 5.4-inch OLED, 2034 × 1398; both up to 120 Hz, 3000 nits peak (outdoor)
Galaxy Z Fold8Main: 7.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 2448 × 1848, up to 120 Hz; Cover: 5.5-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 1972 × 1248
Sources
iPhone Duo
Inner 430 ppi, cover 460 ppi; ProMotion adaptive refresh on both displays.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsGalaxy Z Fold8
Main screen measured as a full rectangle: 193.2 mm (7.6-inch); 192.5 mm (7.6-inch) with rounded corners; resolution class QXGA+. Cover screen: 138.4 mm (5.5-inch) full rectangle; 137.5 mm (5.4-inch) with rounded corners; resolution class WUXGA+.
Samsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 technical specifications — SM-F971BLVBEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Wireless connectivity
iPhone DuoWi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 6 · Thread
Galaxy Z Fold8Wi-Fi 7 (2.4, 5 and 6 GHz); Bluetooth 6.0
Sources
Galaxy Z Fold8
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 technical specifications — SM-F971BLVBEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Update policy
iPhone DuoNo fixed update period published; ships with iOS 27.1
Galaxy Z Fold8Security updates until 31 July 2033
Sources
iPhone DuoApple announces iPhone Duo
Galaxy Z Fold8
This is an end date for security updates, not a number of years remaining from purchase.
Samsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 technical specifications — SM-F971BLVBEUBDistinguish Android upgrades from security coverage. A total term from launch is not the support remaining from today or from purchase.
Connections
iPhone DuoUSB-C · DisplayPort · USB 3 up to 10 Gb/s
Galaxy Z Fold8USB Type-C; USB 3.2 Gen 1
Sources
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Show 7 more verified differences
Battery and charging
iPhone DuoUp to 31 h video (44 h on cover screen); fast wired charging (60 W adapter), 25 W wireless
Galaxy Z Fold84800 mAh
Sources
iPhone Duo
Apple does not publish battery capacity in mAh. Up to 50% in around 20 minutes with a separately sold 60 W-capable or higher USB-C adapter; MagSafe and Qi2 up to 25 W. Apple claims, not independent tests.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsGalaxy Z Fold8
Typical capacity. Samsung claims up to 26 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 technical specifications — SM-F971BLVBEUBManufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.
eSIM only
iPhone DuoYes
Galaxy Z Fold8No
Sources
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Front cameras
iPhone DuoOuter: 12 MP Center Stage, f/2.2. Inner: under-display FaceTime camera, f/1.8; resolution not published.
Galaxy Z Fold8Inner: 10.0 MP; cover: 10.0 MP
Sources
Galaxy Z Fold8
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 technical specifications — SM-F971BLVBEUBCompare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Ingress protection
In Visual factsiPhone DuoIP68
Galaxy Z Fold8IP48
Sources
iPhone Duo
Apple controlled test: 6 metres for 30 minutes; resistance is not permanent.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsGalaxy Z Fold8
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 product pageCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Dimensions
iPhone DuoClosed: 117.8 × 84.1 × 11.3 mm; open: 117.8 × 164.6 × 5.2 mm (height × width × thickness)
Galaxy Z Fold8123.9 x 161.4 x 4.5 mm (height × width × depth); folded: 123.9 x 81.9 x 9.7 mm
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Closed thickness
iPhone Duo11.3 mm
Galaxy Z Fold89.7 mm
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Weight
In Visual factsiPhone Duo254 g
Galaxy Z Fold8201 g
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Small physical differences (2)
Height
iPhone Duo117.8 mm
Galaxy Z Fold8123.9 mm
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Closed width
In Visual factsiPhone Duo84.1 mm
Galaxy Z Fold881.9 mm
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Configuration & compatibility details (1)
Regional SIM / network configuration
iPhone DuoUK model A3720; eSIM only
Galaxy Z Fold8UK SM-F971BLVBEUB; 5G; dual SIM (nano-SIM + eSIM or 2 eSIMs)
Sources
iPhone Duo
Dual eSIM (two active eSIMs); no physical SIM slot; 5G (sub-6 GHz). Carrier eSIM support needs confirming with your network.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsGalaxy Z Fold8
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 technical specifications — SM-F971BLVBEUBThese descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.
Missing or non-comparable evidence (87)
Rear 4K recording maximum
iPhone Duo120 fps
Galaxy Z Fold8Not verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
100 and 120 fps are Fusion Main only. Manufacturer recording-mode claim; not an independent quality or sustained-recording test.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsGalaxy Z Fold8
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 Duo60 fps
Galaxy Z Fold8Not verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
Outer 12 MP Center Stage camera. The inner under-display FaceTime camera records up to 1080p at 60 fps.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsGalaxy Z Fold8
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 DuoYes
Galaxy Z Fold8Not verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
Sensor-shift OIS is stated for the 48 MP Fusion Main (including its 2× mode); the Ultra Wide lists no OIS.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsGalaxy Z Fold8
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 DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8Yes
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera - Auto Focus
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8Yes
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front Camera - Auto Focus
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8No
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8
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 technical specifications — SM-F971BLVBEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Claimed video playback
iPhone Duo31 hours (inner display) · 44 hours (outer display)
Galaxy Z Fold826 hours
Sources
iPhone Duo
Apple UK local-video claim; inner display. The 44-hour outer-display claim is a different mode. Different mode from the 31-hour inner-display claim. Published per display. Neither figure is a like-for-like match for a single-screen phone's claim, so it is not ranked against one.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsGalaxy Z Fold8
Video Playback Time (Hours, Wireless); manufacturer up-to claim. Protocols differ across brands.
Samsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 technical specifications — SM-F971BLVBEUBThe recorded units or formats differ. These values are not ranked.
Typical battery capacity
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold84800 mAh
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8
Manufacturer capacity; not an endurance test.
Samsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 technical specifications — SM-F971BLVBEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Time to 50% wired charge
iPhone Duo20 minutes
Galaxy Z Fold8Not verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
Apple claim with a separately sold 60W-capable adapter.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsGalaxy Z Fold8
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
RAM
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold812 GB
Sources
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Expandable storage
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8Not verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8
Samsung's specification does not state whether a memory card is supported.
Samsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 technical specifications — SM-F971BLVBEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published support term
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8Not verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8
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 DuoiOS 27.1
Galaxy Z Fold8Not verified
Sources
iPhone DuoApple announces iPhone Duo
Galaxy Z Fold8
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Stylus support
iPhone DuoApple Pencil (USB-C), announced for later in 2026
Galaxy Z Fold8Not verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
Apple says support arrives later this year on either display, so it may not be available at launch.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsApple announces iPhone DuoGalaxy Z Fold8
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 DuoTouch ID in the side button
Galaxy Z Fold8Not verified
Sources
Galaxy Z Fold8
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 DuoApple C2
Galaxy Z Fold8Not verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
Listed in the UK Mobile and Wireless section for model A3720.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsGalaxy Z Fold8
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 DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold81848 x 2448 (QXGA+)
Sources
iPhone Duo
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 DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8Not verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8
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 technical specifications — SM-F971BLVBEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
RAM and storage configuration
iPhone DuoRAM not published; 256 GB storage
Galaxy Z Fold812 GB RAM; 256 GB storage
Sources
One source states less detail or a rounded figure. This is not a verified difference; check the exact configuration.
Native telephoto reach
iPhone Duo0×
Galaxy Z Fold8Not verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
No dedicated telephoto module; the 2× mode is a crop.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsGalaxy Z Fold8
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.
Open thickness
iPhone Duo5.2 mm
Galaxy Z Fold8Not verified
Sources
Galaxy Z Fold8
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Open width
iPhone Duo164.6 mm
Galaxy Z Fold8Not verified
Sources
Galaxy Z Fold8
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Optical-quality zoom
iPhone Duo2×
Galaxy Z Fold8Not verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
Manufacturer crop-mode claim; not a separate lens.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsGalaxy Z Fold8
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.
Outer display
iPhone Duo5.4-inch OLED · 1398 × 2034 · 460 ppi · up to 120 Hz
Galaxy Z Fold8Not verified
Sources
Galaxy Z Fold8
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 DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Inner pixel density
iPhone Duo430 ppi
Galaxy Z Fold8Not verified
Sources
Galaxy Z Fold8
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 Duo0
Galaxy Z Fold8Not verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
The existing capability model counts RAW stills, professional codecs, log capture and external production tools. Apple does not list these four workflows in the complete Duo photo/video specifications.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsGalaxy Z Fold8
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 DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8GSM850, GSM900, DCS1800, PCS1900
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
3G UMTS
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8B1(2100), B2(1900), B4(AWS), B5(850), B8(900)
Sources
iPhone Duo
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 DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8B1(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 Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
4G TDD LTE
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8B38(2600), B39(1900), B40(2300), B41(2500)
Sources
iPhone Duo
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 DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8N1(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 Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
5G SDL Sub6
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8N75(1500+)
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
5G TDD Sub6
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8N38(2600), N40(2300), N41(2500), N77(3700), N78(3500)
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Available Storage (GB)
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8218.6
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Bluetooth Hearing Aid Support
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8Android Audio Streaming for Hearing Aid (ASHA)
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Bluetooth Version
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8Bluetooth v6.0
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Colour Depth (Main Display)
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold816M
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Colour Depth (Sub Display)
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold816M
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Cover Camera - Auto Focus
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8No
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Cover Camera - F Number
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8F2.2
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Cover Camera - Resolution
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold810.0 MP
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Earjack
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8USB Type-C
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Energy Efficiency Class
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8A
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Form Factor
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8Folder
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front Camera - F Number
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8F2.2
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front Camera - Resolution
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold810.0 MP
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Infra
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold82G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD, 5G Sub6 SDL
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Location Technology
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8GPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
MHL
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8No
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Minimum Battery Endurance in Cycles
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold81200
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Mobile TV
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8No
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
NFC
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8Yes
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Number of SIM
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8Dual-SIM
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
OS
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8Android
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
PC Sync.
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8Smart Switch (PC version)
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Power Required for Charging (Min / Max, W)
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold810 / 45
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera - F Number (Multiple)
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8F1.8, F1.9
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera - Flash
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8Yes
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera - Resolution (Multiple)
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold850.0 MP + 50.0 MP
Sources
iPhone Duo
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 DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8Optical quality Zoom 2x (Enabled by Adaptive Pixel sensor), Digital Zoom up to 10x
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Removable
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8No
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Resolution (Sub Display)
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold81972 x 1248 (WUXGA+)
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
S Pen Support
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8No
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8
Samsung explicitly states S Pen is not supported on this model.
Samsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 product pageEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Samsung DeX Support
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8Yes
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Sensors
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8Accelerometer, Barometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Hall Sensor, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
SIM size
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8Nano-SIM (4FF), Embedded-SIM
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
SIM Slot Type
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8SIM 1 + eSIM / Dual eSIM
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Size (Sub_Display)
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8138.4mm (5.5" full rectangle) / 137.5mm (5.4" rounded corners)
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Slow Motion
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8240fps @FHD, 120fps @FHD, 120fps @UHD
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
SmartThings Support
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8Yes
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Stereo Support
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8Yes
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Technology (Sub Display)
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
USB Interface
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8USB Type-C
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
USB Version
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8USB 3.2 Gen 1
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
UWB (Ultra-Wideband)
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8Yes
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Video Playing Resolution
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8UHD 8K (7680 x 4320)@60fps
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Video Recording Resolution
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8UHD 8K (7680 x 4320)@30fps
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wi-Fi
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be 2.4GHz+5GHz+6GHz, EHT320, MIMO, 4096-QAM
Sources
iPhone Duo
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wi-Fi Direct
iPhone DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8Yes
Sources
iPhone Duo
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 DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8Not verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy Z Fold8
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 Duo26 hours (inner display)
Galaxy Z Fold8Not verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
Inner display. Published per display. Neither figure is a like-for-like match for a single-screen phone's claim, so it is not ranked against one.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsGalaxy Z Fold8
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Typical use
iPhone Duo24 hours
Galaxy Z Fold8Not verified
Sources
iPhone Duo
Apple typical-use claim based on equal use of the inner and outer displays; distinct from video playback and not a cross-brand endurance test.
Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsGalaxy Z Fold8
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 DuoUS model A3447 is also eSIM only (dual eSIM) and adds 5G mmWave (bands n258, n260, n261); its video-playback claims match the UK model.
Galaxy Z Fold8Not verified
Sources
Galaxy Z Fold8
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 DuoNot verified
Galaxy Z Fold8Yes
Sources
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wireless charging
iPhone DuoYes
Galaxy Z Fold8Not verified
Sources
Galaxy Z Fold8
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 Duo25 W
Galaxy Z Fold8Not verified
Sources
Galaxy Z Fold8
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
6 shared fields have the same recorded value.
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Full specifications
All specs114 specificationsiPhone DuoGalaxy Z Fold8
iPhone DuoGalaxy Z Fold8WeightDiffers
Sources
254g
201g
WidthDiffers
Sources
84.1mm
Closed width
81.9mm
Closed width
ThicknessDiffers
Sources
11.3mm
Closed thickness
9.7mm
Closed thickness
DimensionsDiffers
Sources
Closed: 117.8 × 84.1 × 11.3 mm; open: 117.8 × 164.6 × 5.2 mm (height × width × thickness)
123.9 x 161.4 x 4.5 mm (height × width × depth); folded: 123.9 x 81.9 x 9.7 mm
Closed heightDiffers
Sources
117.8 mm
123.9 mm
Form factor
Sources
foldable
foldable
ColourDiffers
Sources
iPhone DuoApple UK iPhone Duo, 256 GB, Night Sky
Galaxy Z Fold8Samsung UK current phone configurations and part numbers
Night Sky
Lavender
Open width
Sources
Galaxy Z Fold8No source recorded
164.6 mm
Not verified
Open thickness
Sources
Galaxy Z Fold8No source recorded
5.2 mm
Not verified
Form Factor
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Folder
Screen size
Sources
7.6″
Inner display size · Inner display when open; outer display is 5.4 inches.
7.6″
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 Fold8Samsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 product page
3000 nits
Published outdoor peak · Manufacturer claim, not an independent measurement.
3000 nits
Claimed peak brightness · Samsung states 3000 nits of brightness on both screens; the test condition (HDR, outdoor/HBM, window size) is not stated. Manufacturer claim, not an independent measurement.
Pixel density
Sources
Galaxy Z Fold8No source recorded
430 ppiInner pixel density
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Maximum refresh rate
Sources
120Hz
Adaptive ProMotion; refresh depends on content.
120Hz
Display specificationDiffers
Sources
Main: 7.6-inch OLED, 2670 × 1878; Cover: 5.4-inch OLED, 2034 × 1398; both up to 120 Hz, 3000 nits peak (outdoor)Inner 430 ppi, cover 460 ppi; ProMotion adaptive refresh on both displays.
Main: 7.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 2448 × 1848, up to 120 Hz; Cover: 5.5-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 1972 × 1248Main screen measured as a full rectangle: 193.2 mm (7.6-inch); 192.5 mm (7.6-inch) with rounded corners; resolution class QXGA+. Cover screen: 138.4 mm (5.5-inch) full rectangle; 137.5 mm (5.4-inch) with rounded corners; resolution class WUXGA+.
Outer display
Sources
Galaxy Z Fold8No source recorded
5.4-inch OLED · 1398 × 2034 · 460 ppi · up to 120 Hz
Not verified
Main display resolution
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
1848 x 2448 (QXGA+)
Colour Depth (Main Display)
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
16M
Size (Sub_Display)
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
138.4mm (5.5" full rectangle) / 137.5mm (5.4" rounded corners)
Resolution (Sub Display)
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
1972 x 1248 (WUXGA+)
Technology (Sub Display)
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Colour Depth (Sub Display)
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
16M
Native telephoto reach
Sources
Galaxy Z Fold8No source recorded
No dedicated lensNo dedicated telephoto module; the 2× mode is a crop.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Rear camera modules
Sources
2
2
8K video recording
Sources
Not verified8K recording is not mentioned.
Yes
Camera systemDiffers
Sources
Main: 48 MP (f/1.6, OIS), 2x crop mode; Ultra-wide: 48 MP; Front: 12 MP (cover), under-display camera (inner); Video: up to 4K 120 fps
Rear: 50 MP + 50 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
Galaxy Z Fold8No source recorded
2×Manufacturer crop-mode claim; not a separate lens.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Front cameraDiffers
Sources
Outer: 12 MP Center Stage, f/2.2. Inner: under-display FaceTime camera, f/1.8; resolution not published.
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
Galaxy Z Fold8No source recorded
0The existing capability model counts RAW stills, professional codecs, log capture and external production tools. Apple does not list these four workflows in the complete Duo photo/video specifications.
Not verified
Main camera optical stabilisation
Sources
Galaxy Z Fold8No source recorded
YesSensor-shift OIS is stated for the 48 MP Fusion Main (including its 2× mode); the Ultra Wide lists no OIS.
Not verified
Rear 4K recording maximum
Sources
Galaxy Z Fold8No 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
Galaxy Z Fold8No source recorded
60 fpsOuter 12 MP Center Stage camera. The inner under-display FaceTime camera records up to 1080p at 60 fps.
Not verified
Rear Camera - Resolution (Multiple)
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
50.0 MP + 50.0 MP
Rear Camera - F Number (Multiple)
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
F1.8, F1.9
Rear Camera - Zoom
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Optical quality Zoom 2x (Enabled by Adaptive Pixel sensor), Digital Zoom up to 10x
Front Camera - Resolution
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
10.0 MP
Front Camera - F Number
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
F2.2
Rear Camera - Flash
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Yes
Cover Camera - Resolution
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
10.0 MP
Cover Camera - F Number
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
F2.2
Cover Camera - Auto Focus
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
No
Rear Camera - Auto Focus
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Yes
Rear Camera - OIS
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Yes
Front Camera - Auto Focus
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
NoSamsung's 'Front Camera' row on this foldable is the main (inner) screen camera; the separate cover-screen camera is listed as Cover Camera.
Claimed video playbackUp-to manufacturer claims. Playback protocols differ.Differs
Sources
31 hours (inner display) · 44 hours (outer display)Apple UK local-video claim; inner display. The 44-hour outer-display claim is a different mode. Different mode from the 31-hour inner-display claim. Published per display. Neither figure is a like-for-like match for a single-screen phone's claim, so it is not ranked against one.
26 hoursVideo Playback Time (Hours, Wireless); manufacturer up-to claim. Protocols differ across brands.
Wireless charging
Sources
Galaxy Z Fold8No source recorded
Yes
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Battery and chargingDiffers
Sources
Up to 31 h video (44 h on cover screen); fast wired charging (60 W adapter), 25 W wirelessApple does not publish battery capacity in mAh. Up to 50% in around 20 minutes with a separately sold 60 W-capable or higher USB-C adapter; MagSafe and Qi2 up to 25 W. Apple claims, not independent tests.
4800 mAhTypical capacity. Samsung claims up to 26 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
Galaxy Z Fold8No source recorded
26 hours (inner display)Inner display. Published per display. Neither figure is a like-for-like match for a single-screen phone's claim, so it is not ranked against one.
Not verified
Time to 50% wired charge
Sources
Galaxy Z Fold8No source recorded
20 minutesApple claim with a separately sold 60W-capable adapter.
Not verified
MagSafe / Qi2 charging
Sources
Galaxy Z Fold8No source recorded
25 WCompatible charger and adapter required.
Not verified
Typical use
Sources
Galaxy Z Fold8No source recorded
24 hoursApple typical-use claim based on equal use of the inner and outer displays; distinct from video playback and not a cross-brand endurance test.
Not verified
Typical battery capacity
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
4800 mAhManufacturer capacity; not an endurance test.
Minimum Battery Endurance in Cycles
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
1200
Power Required for Charging (Min / Max, W)
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
10 / 45
Update policyDiffers
Sources
iPhone DuoApple announces iPhone Duo
No fixed update period published; ships with iOS 27.1
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 DuoApple announces iPhone Duo
Galaxy Z Fold8No source recorded
iOS 27.1
Not verified
Stereo Support
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Yes
Samsung DeX Support
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Yes
Bluetooth Hearing Aid Support
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Android Audio Streaming for Hearing Aid (ASHA)
SmartThings Support
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Yes
S Pen Support
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Galaxy Z Fold8Samsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 product page
Not verified
NoSamsung explicitly states S Pen is not supported on this model.
ChipsetDiffers
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
RAM not published; 256 GB storageApple does not publish RAM capacity.
12 GB RAM; 256 GB storage
Regional SIM / network configurationConfiguration
Sources
UK model A3720; eSIM onlyDual eSIM (two active eSIMs); no physical SIM slot; 5G (sub-6 GHz). Carrier eSIM support needs confirming with your network.
UK SM-F971BLVBEUB; 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
256 GB
256 GB
RAM
Sources
Not verifiedNot published by Apple.
12 GB
Ingress protectionDiffers
Sources
Galaxy Z Fold8Samsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 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 onlyDiffers
Sources
Yes
No
USB connectionDiffers
Sources
USB-C · DisplayPort · USB 3 up to 10 Gb/s
USB Type-C; USB 3.2 Gen 1
Wireless connectivityDiffers
Sources
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
Galaxy Z Fold8No source recorded
Touch ID in the side button
Not verified
Announced
Sources
iPhone DuoApple announces iPhone Duo
Galaxy Z Fold8No source recorded
2026-09-09
Not verified
Pre-orders open
Sources
iPhone DuoApple announces iPhone Duo
Galaxy Z Fold8No source recorded
2026-10-16
Not verified
Announced availability
Sources
iPhone DuoApple announces iPhone Duo
Galaxy Z Fold8No source recorded
2026-10-23
Not verified
Manufacturer UK reference priceDiffers
Sources
iPhone DuoApple UK iPhone Duo, 256 GB, Night Sky
Galaxy Z Fold8Samsung UK current phone configurations and part numbers
£1,999Announced 256 GB configuration price; not a current retailer offer.
£1,699Manufacturer's UK list price in September 2026; retailer prices may differ.
US specification difference
Sources
Galaxy Z Fold8No source recorded
US model A3447 is also eSIM only (dual eSIM) and adds 5G mmWave (bands n258, n260, n261); its video-playback claims match the UK model.
Not verified
Cellular modem
Sources
Galaxy Z Fold8No source recorded
Apple C2Listed in the UK Mobile and Wireless section for model A3720.
Not verified
Stylus support
Sources
Galaxy Z Fold8No source recorded
Apple Pencil (USB-C), announced for later in 2026Apple says support arrives later this year on either display, so it may not be available at launch.
Not verified
Panel technology
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Video Recording Resolution
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
UHD 8K (7680 x 4320)@30fps
Slow Motion
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
240fps @FHD, 120fps @FHD, 120fps @UHD
Available Storage (GB)
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
218.6
Number of SIM
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Dual-SIM
SIM size
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Nano-SIM (4FF), Embedded-SIM
SIM Slot Type
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
SIM 1 + eSIM / Dual eSIM
Infra
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
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 DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
GSM850, GSM900, DCS1800, PCS1900
3G UMTS
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
B1(2100), B2(1900), B4(AWS), B5(850), B8(900)
4G FDD LTE
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
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 DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
B38(2600), B39(1900), B40(2300), B41(2500)
5G FDD Sub6
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
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 DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
N38(2600), N40(2300), N41(2500), N77(3700), N78(3500)
5G SDL Sub6
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
N75(1500+)
USB Interface
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
USB Type-C
USB Version
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
USB 3.2 Gen 1
Location Technology
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
GPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS
Earjack
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
USB Type-C
MHL
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
No
Wi-Fi
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be 2.4GHz+5GHz+6GHz, EHT320, MIMO, 4096-QAM
Wi-Fi Direct
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Yes
Bluetooth Version
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Bluetooth v6.0
NFC
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Yes
UWB (Ultra-Wideband)
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Yes
PC Sync.
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Smart Switch (PC version)
OS
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Android
Sensors
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
Accelerometer, Barometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Hall Sensor, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor
Removable
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
No
Energy Efficiency Class
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
A
Video Playing Resolution
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
UHD 8K (7680 x 4320)@60fps
Mobile TV
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified
No
Show unverified (4)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.
Reverse wireless charging
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
3.5 mm headphone jack
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
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 DuoNo source recorded
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 Duo
256 GB · checked 28 Sept 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight254 gManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Display size7.6 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Inner display when open; outer display is 5.4 inches.
ApplePeak brightness3,000 nitsManufacturer claim · high confidence
Manufacturer claim, not an independent measurement.
AppleClaimed video playback31 hoursManufacturer claim · high confidence
Apple UK local-video claim; inner display. The 44-hour outer-display claim is a different mode.
AppleClaimed charging rate2.5% per minuteCalculated from sources · low confidence
Apple claim with a separately sold 60W-capable adapter. 50 divided by 20 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 onlyYesManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
IP ratingIP68Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Apple controlled test: 6 metres for 30 minutes; resistance is not permanent.
ApplePixel density430 ppiManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Maximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidence
Adaptive ProMotion; refresh depends on content.
AppleNative telephoto reach0×Manufacturer claim · high confidence
No dedicated telephoto module; the 2× mode is a crop.
AppleClaimed optical-quality reach2×Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Manufacturer crop-mode claim; not a separate lens.
AppleRear camera modules2Manufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Manufacturer list price£1,999.00Reference only · not a live offer or current priceApple
All sources4
- Apple UK iPhone Duo technical specificationsApple · accessed 9 Sept 2026
- Apple US iPhone Duo technical specificationsApple · accessed 9 Sept 2026
- Apple UK iPhone Duo, 256 GB, Night SkyApple · accessed 9 Sept 2026
- Apple announces iPhone DuoApple · accessed 9 Sept 2026
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
256 GB · checked 28 Sept 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight201 gManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Display size7.6 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Full-rectangle nominal diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.
SamsungPeak brightness3,000 nitsManufacturer claim · high confidence
Samsung states 3000 nits of brightness on both screens; the test condition (HDR, outdoor/HBM, window size) is not stated. Manufacturer claim, not an independent measurement.
SamsungClaimed video playback26 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 modules2Manufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
8K recordingYesManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Manufacturer list price£1,699.00Reference only · not a live offer or current priceSamsung
All sources3
- Samsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 technical specifications — SM-F971BLVBEUBSamsung · accessed 10 Sept 2026
- Samsung UK Galaxy Z Fold8 product pageSamsung · accessed 10 Sept 2026
- Samsung UK current phone configurations and part numbersSamsung · accessed 10 Sept 2026
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