Galaxy Z Flip 7 VS Galaxy Z Fold 7

84

Galaxy Z Flip 7

6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X 120Hz · Exynos 2500 · 4300mAh · 50MP · IP48

$1099

MSRP

90

Galaxy Z Fold 7

8.0-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X 120Hz · Snapdragon 8 Elite · 4400mAh · 200MP · IP48

$1999

MSRP

$1099

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Our verdict

The Galaxy Z Fold 7 takes the performance lead, 7% ahead overall, driven by its Snapdragon 8 Elite and an AnTuTu score of 3,000,000.

On value the Galaxy Z Flip 7 stands out at $1099, pairing a 50MP main camera with a 4300mAh battery.

For most buyers the Galaxy Z Flip 7 is the smarter choice.

Performance winner

Galaxy Z Fold 7

7% faster overall

Best value for money

Galaxy Z Flip 7

13% better value per dollar

Galaxy Z Flip 7 best for

Value for money

13% better value per dollar

Overview

The Galaxy Z Fold 7 comes out ahead overall, scoring 90 to the Galaxy Z Flip 7's 84. Priced at $1999 against $1099, the choice between them is as much about budget as specs, and each phone leans toward a slightly different buyer.

Performance

For raw speed the Galaxy Z Fold 7 takes the lead, with an AnTuTu score of 3,000,000 against 1,950,000, driven by its Snapdragon 8 Elite. Both feel quick in everyday use, but the gap shows up in demanding games and heavy multitasking where the faster chip pulls ahead.

Cameras

The Galaxy Z Flip 7 pairs a 50MP main camera with optical zoom and a 10MP front sensor. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 answers with 200MP, zoom and a 10MP selfie camera.

Battery and charging

Battery favours the Galaxy Z Fold 7, with a 4400mAh cell against 4300mAh. For refills the Galaxy Z Flip 7 is quickest at 25W, spending less time tied to a charger.

Display

Both use high refresh rate OLED screens. The Galaxy Z Flip 7 measures 6.9" and peaks at 2600 nits, while the Galaxy Z Fold 7 is 8.0" and reaches 2600 nits. Screen size and outright brightness are where they separate most.

Which should you buy

Overall the Galaxy Z Flip 7 is the one we would steer most buyers toward. Consider the Galaxy Z Fold 7 instead if longer battery life matters more to you.

battery

Battery
4300mAh
4400mAh
Wired charging
25W
25W
Wireless charging
15W
15W

camera

Main camera
50MP
200MP
Ultrawide
12MP
12MP
Front camera
10MP
10MP
Max video
4K60
8K30

display

Display size
6.9"
8.0"
Display type
Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Refresh rate
120Hz
120Hz
Peak brightness
2600 nits
2600 nits
Resolution
2520x1080
2184x1968

Performance

Chipset
Exynos 2500
Snapdragon 8 Elite
RAM
12GB
12GB
Storage
256GB
256GB

Physical

Weight
188g
215g
Thickness
6.5mm
8.9mm
Water resistance
IP48
IP48

software

OS updates
7 years
7 years

Synthetic & compute benchmarks

Geekbench 6 (Multi-Core)
6,900 pts
9,500 pts
Geekbench 6 (Single-Core)
2,150 pts
3,050 pts
AnTuTu v11
1,950,000 pts
3,000,000 pts

Frequently asked questions

Is the Galaxy Z Flip 7 better than the Galaxy Z Fold 7?

Overall the Galaxy Z Fold 7 scores 90 out of 100 against the Galaxy Z Flip 7's 84, so it edges ahead on our combined rating. Even so, the two are close enough that price, size and your preferred ecosystem should also guide the decision.

Which has the better camera, the Galaxy Z Flip 7 or the Galaxy Z Fold 7?

The Galaxy Z Fold 7 has the stronger camera on paper, leading with a 200MP main sensor and optical zoom. Both take excellent photos, but the Galaxy Z Fold 7 offers more reach and flexibility.

Which has better battery life, the Galaxy Z Flip 7 or the Galaxy Z Fold 7?

The Galaxy Z Fold 7 carries the larger 4400mAh battery against 4300mAh, and the Galaxy Z Flip 7 charges fastest at 25W. For heavy all-day use the Galaxy Z Fold 7 is the safer bet.

Which is faster, the Galaxy Z Flip 7 or the Galaxy Z Fold 7?

In benchmarks the Galaxy Z Fold 7 is quicker, posting an AnTuTu score of 3,000,000 against 1,950,000 thanks to its Snapdragon 8 Elite. Both handle everyday tasks smoothly, but the Galaxy Z Fold 7 pulls ahead in demanding games.

Should I buy the Galaxy Z Flip 7 or the Galaxy Z Fold 7?

For most buyers the Galaxy Z Flip 7 is the smarter pick, balancing performance, features and price. Choose the Galaxy Z Fold 7 if longer battery life is your priority.

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