Apple iPhone 12 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE

Our Verdict: The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE came out in 2025, after the Apple iPhone 12 Pro in 2020, so it's the more recent phone. The Galaxy Z Flip7 FE has the better camera on paper, 50MP versus 12MP, and there's more battery in the Galaxy Z Flip7 FE, 4000mAh to 2815mAh, though iOS and Android manage power differently, so more mAh doesn't always mean longer battery life. The Galaxy Z Flip7 FE has the bigger screen at 6.7" against 6.1", while the iPhone 12 Pro has the sharper one at 457 PPI, and storage goes higher on the iPhone 12 Pro, up to 512GB against 256GB. Only pay up for the Galaxy Z Flip7 FE if you'll use what it offers; if not, the iPhone 12 Pro makes more sense.

If you'd rather pay up front, the iPhone 12 Pro is the cheaper buy at £180 SIM-free.

Expert Rating
4.3
19 reviews
3.3
10 reviews
Screen
6.1" 6.7"
Display
Super Retina XDR OLED Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1170 x 2532 1080 x 2460
Pixels Per Inch
457 401
Rear Camera
12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A14 Bionic (5 nm) Exynos 2400 (4 nm)
Battery
2,815 mAh 4,000 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB, 512GB 128GB, 256GB
OS
iOS 14.1 Android
SIM Type
Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth
5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.3, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
146.7 x 71.5 x 7.4 mm 165.1 x 71.9 x 6.9 mm
Weight
189 grams 187 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts
- £13.00/mo (£385.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£179.99 £394.99
Apple iPhone 12 Pro Apple iPhone 12 Pro Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE
Expert Rating 4.3
19 reviews
3.3
10 reviews
Screen 6.1" 6.7"
Display Super Retina XDR OLED Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1170 x 2532 1080 x 2460
Pixels Per Inch 457 401
Rear Camera 12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A14 Bionic (5 nm) Exynos 2400 (4 nm)
Battery 2,815 mAh 4,000 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB 128GB, 256GB
OS iOS 14.1 Android
SIM Type Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.3, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.4 mm 165.1 x 71.9 x 6.9 mm
Weight 189 grams 187 grams
Water Resistance IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts - £13.00/mo
£385.00 upfront
SIM-free £179.99 £394.99
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 12 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone 12 Pro's 6.1", the Apple iPhone 12 Pro has the sharper display at 457 pixels per inch versus 401, and the Apple iPhone 12 Pro uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE has a Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 12 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE?

The Apple iPhone 12 Pro features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Apple iPhone 12 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE?

The Apple iPhone 12 Pro is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £179.99.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 12 Pro and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE?

The Apple iPhone 12 Pro is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 12 Pro and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE use?

The Apple iPhone 12 Pro is powered by the Apple A14 Bionic (5 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE uses the Exynos 2400 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 12 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE?

The Apple iPhone 12 Pro is the more portable of the two: they weigh about the same (189 grams vs 187 grams), it's also the more compact phone at 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.4 mm, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE is slimmer at 6.9mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 12 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE?

The Apple iPhone 12 Pro is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE is rated IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min).

What operating system do the Apple iPhone 12 Pro and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE run?

The Apple iPhone 12 Pro runs iOS 14.1 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.