Galaxy Z Flip 7 VS iPhone 17 Pro

84

Galaxy Z Flip 7

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

$1099

MSRP

93

iPhone 17 Pro

6.3-inch OLED 120Hz · A19 Pro · 4252mAh · 48MP · IP68

$1099

MSRP

$1099

MSRP

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Our verdict

The iPhone 17 Pro takes the performance lead, 11% ahead overall, driven by its A19 Pro and an AnTuTu score of 2,538,751.

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. One runs iOS and the other Android, so your existing apps, watch and ecosystem may matter more than the spec differences.

Performance winner

iPhone 17 Pro

11% faster overall

Best value for money

iPhone 17 Pro

0% better value per dollar

Galaxy Z Flip 7 best for

Value for money

0% better value per dollar

Overview

The iPhone 17 Pro comes out ahead overall, scoring 93 to the Galaxy Z Flip 7's 84. Priced at $1099 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 iPhone 17 Pro takes the lead, with an AnTuTu score of 2,538,751 against 1,950,000, driven by its A19 Pro. 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 iPhone 17 Pro answers with 48MP, zoom and a 18MP selfie camera.

Battery and charging

Battery favours the Galaxy Z Flip 7, with a 4300mAh cell against 4252mAh. For refills the iPhone 17 Pro is quickest at 40W, 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 iPhone 17 Pro is 6.3" and reaches 3000 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. One runs iOS and the other Android, so your existing apps, watch and ecosystem may matter more than the spec differences. Consider the iPhone 17 Pro instead if raw performance matters more to you.

battery

Battery
4300mAh
4252mAh
Wired charging
25W
40W
Wireless charging
15W
25W

camera

Main camera
50MP
48MP
Ultrawide
12MP
48MP
Front camera
10MP
18MP
Max video
4K60
4K120

display

Display size
6.9"
6.3"
Display type
Dynamic AMOLED 2X
OLED
Refresh rate
120Hz
120Hz
Peak brightness
2600 nits
3000 nits
Resolution
2520x1080
2622x1206

Performance

Chipset
Exynos 2500
A19 Pro
RAM
12GB
12GB
Storage
256GB
256GB

Physical

Weight
188g
206g
Thickness
6.5mm
8.75mm
Water resistance
IP48
IP68

Synthetic & compute benchmarks

Geekbench 6 (Multi-Core)
6,900 pts
10,688 pts
AnTuTu v11
1,950,000 pts
2,538,751 pts

Frequently asked questions

Is the Galaxy Z Flip 7 better than the iPhone 17 Pro?

Overall the iPhone 17 Pro scores 93 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 iPhone 17 Pro?

The Galaxy Z Flip 7 has the stronger camera on paper, leading with a 50MP main sensor and optical zoom. Both take excellent photos, but the Galaxy Z Flip 7 offers more reach and flexibility.

Which has better battery life, the Galaxy Z Flip 7 or the iPhone 17 Pro?

The Galaxy Z Flip 7 carries the larger 4300mAh battery against 4252mAh, and the iPhone 17 Pro charges fastest at 40W. For heavy all-day use the Galaxy Z Flip 7 is the safer bet.

Which is faster, the Galaxy Z Flip 7 or the iPhone 17 Pro?

In benchmarks the iPhone 17 Pro is quicker, posting an AnTuTu score of 2,538,751 against 1,950,000 thanks to its A19 Pro. Both handle everyday tasks smoothly, but the iPhone 17 Pro pulls ahead in demanding games.

Should I buy the Galaxy Z Flip 7 or the iPhone 17 Pro?

For most buyers the Galaxy Z Flip 7 is the smarter pick, balancing performance, features and price. One runs iOS and the other Android, so your existing apps, watch and ecosystem may matter more than the spec differences. Choose the iPhone 17 Pro if raw performance is your priority.

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