Apple is set to host its ‘Surprise and shine’ event tonight, on September 9. The company is expected to unveil the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max at the event.
However, the biggest highlight could be Apple’s first foldable iPhone. The device is rumoured to launch with iPhone Ultra branding. Apple’s foldable is expected to feature a passport-like design, putting it in direct competition with Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8. From the display and processor to cameras and pricing, here is how the two foldable phones may compare.
Apple iPhone Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8: Display
The iPhone Ultra is expected to feature a 7.8-inch inner display. It may also have a 5.5-inch cover screen. Meanwhile, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 comes with a 7.6-inch main display. Its outer screen measures 5.5 inches.
Apple iPhone Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8: Processor and battery
Apple’s first foldable iPhone is rumoured to run on the A20 Pro chipset. It could pack a 4,883mAh battery. For comparison, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, and is backed by a 4,800mAh dual-cell battery.
Apple iPhone Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8: Camera
The iPhone Ultra is expected to feature a dual rear camera system with two 48MP sensors. It could also get an 18MP camera on both the cover and inner displays. For comparison, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 features a dual rear camera setup with 50MP sensors. It has two 10MP selfie cameras, with one placed on the outer display and another on the main screen.

Apple iPhone Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8: Price in India
The iPhone Ultra is expected to be priced between Rs 1,90,000 and Rs 2,50,000 in India, according to rumours. In contrast, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 comes with a starting price of Rs 1,79,999 that goes up to Rs 2,39,999.