Apple iPhone 13 mini vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE

Our Verdict: The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE and Apple iPhone 13 mini are aimed at different priorities, with broader contract availability on one side and a lower current starting price, about £175 versus £445 on the other. Apple iPhone 13 mini is currently cheaper to buy outright by roughly £270; the screen sizes are 5.4 inches for Apple iPhone 13 mini and 6.7 inches for Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE. That leaves the Apple iPhone 13 mini as the pick for keeping the upfront or SIM-free spend lower, with the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE better if its extra hardware advantages line up with how you use your phone.

The iPhone 13 Mini is the cheaper one to own: around £544 over a typical contract, £168 less than the Galaxy Z Flip7 FE.

Expert Rating
4.3
10 reviews
3.3
10 reviews
Screen
5.4" 6.7"
Display
Super Retina XDR OLED Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1080 x 2340 1080 x 2460
Pixels Per Inch
477 401
Rear Camera
12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A15 Bionic Exynos 2400 (4 nm)
Battery
2,406 mAh 4,000 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB, 512GB 128GB, 256GB
OS
Apple iOS Android
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e- SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth
5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.3, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
131.5 x 64.2 x 7.7 mm 165.1 x 71.9 x 6.9 mm
Weight
141 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
£20.00/mo (£19.00 upfront) £13.00/mo (£385.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£194.99 £409.99

Prices updated 18 July 2026

Apple iPhone 13 mini Apple iPhone 13 mini Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE
Expert Rating 4.3
10 reviews
3.3
10 reviews
Screen 5.4" 6.7"
Display Super Retina XDR OLED Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1080 x 2340 1080 x 2460
Pixels Per Inch 477 401
Rear Camera 12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A15 Bionic Exynos 2400 (4 nm)
Battery 2,406 mAh 4,000 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB 128GB, 256GB
OS Apple iOS Android
SIM Type nano-SIM and e- SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.3, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 131.5 x 64.2 x 7.7 mm 165.1 x 71.9 x 6.9 mm
Weight 141 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 £20.00/mo
£19.00 upfront
£13.00/mo
£385.00 upfront
SIM-free £194.99 £409.99
Prices updated 18 July 2026
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Cheapest Deals

Apple iPhone 13 mini
Apple iPhone 13 mini

24 Months

128GB

(PRODUCT) RED

100GB

Data

£20 per month, £19 upfront.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE

24 Months

128GB

White

100GB

Data

£13 per month, £385 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 13 mini or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 13 mini is cheaper on contract at £544.00 over the life of the deal from £20.00 per month with £19.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 13 mini or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone 13 mini's 5.4", the Apple iPhone 13 mini has the sharper display at 477 pixels per inch versus 401, and the Apple iPhone 13 mini 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 13 mini or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini 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 13 mini or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £194.99.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 13 mini and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 13 mini and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE use?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini is powered by the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE uses the Exynos 2400 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 13 mini or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini is the more portable of the two: it's 46g lighter at 141 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 131.5 x 64.2 x 7.7 mm, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE is slimmer at 6.9mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 13 mini or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini 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 13 mini and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE run?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini runs Apple iOS 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.