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Apple iPhone 17 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8

Specs, price and the one trade-off that actually decides it — Apple iPhone 17 Pro against Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8, side by side.

Cheaper to start

Apple iPhone 17 Pro

Starts about $800.99 lower.

Best ecosystem

Tie

Neither lists native integrations.

Standout

Apple iPhone 17 Pro

Unmatched ecosystem

Apple iPhone 17 Pro

Apple iPhone 17 Pro

The top-selling smartphone of 2026 featuring deep Apple Intelligence integration and privacy-first displays.

Where it wins, where it doesn't

Pros

  • Unmatched ecosystem
  • Superior camera

Cons

  • Iterative design
  • High price

Specifications

  • cpuA19 Pro
  • displayProMotion OLED
  • battery
  • processor
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8

The ultimate foldable flagship of 2026, featuring integrated Galaxy AI and a refined hinge design.

Where it wins, where it doesn't

Pros

  • Best multitasking phone
  • Durable folding screen

Cons

  • Extremely high price
  • Still thicker than a regular slab phone

Specifications

  • cpu
  • display7.8-inch AMOLED
  • battery4600mAh
  • processorSnapdragon 8 Gen 5