Apple iPhone 13 mini vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7

Our Verdict: There is not a single universal winner here: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 brings broader contract availability, and the Apple iPhone 13 mini counters with a lower current starting price, about £175 versus £950. Apple iPhone 13 mini is currently cheaper to buy outright by roughly £775; the screen sizes are 5.4 inches for Apple iPhone 13 mini and 8 inches for Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7. Put the Apple iPhone 13 mini first for keeping the upfront or SIM-free spend lower, and put the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 first if its extra hardware advantages line up with how you use your phone.

Over a full contract, the iPhone 13 Mini works out around £544 all-in, about £800 less than the Galaxy Z Fold 7.

Expert Rating
4.3
10 reviews
4.4
12 reviews
Screen
5.4" 8"
Display
Super Retina XDR OLED Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1080 x 2340 1968 x 2184
Pixels Per Inch
477 367
Rear Camera
12 Megapixels 200 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A15 Bionic Qualcomm SM8750-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery
2,406 mAh 4,400 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB, 512GB 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
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/6/7
Bluetooth
5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions
131.5 x 64.2 x 7.7 mm 158.4 x 143.2 x 4.2 mm
Weight
141 grams 215 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) £54.79/mo (£29.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£179.99 £959.99

Prices updated 26 July 2026

Apple iPhone 13 mini Apple iPhone 13 mini Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
Expert Rating 4.3
10 reviews
4.4
12 reviews
Screen 5.4" 8"
Display Super Retina XDR OLED Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1080 x 2340 1968 x 2184
Pixels Per Inch 477 367
Rear Camera 12 Megapixels 200 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A15 Bionic Qualcomm SM8750-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery 2,406 mAh 4,400 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
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/6/7
Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions 131.5 x 64.2 x 7.7 mm 158.4 x 143.2 x 4.2 mm
Weight 141 grams 215 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
£54.79/mo
£29.00 upfront
SIM-free £179.99 £959.99
Prices updated 26 July 2026
Deals Deals

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 Fold 7
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7

24 Months

256GB

Jet Black

Refurbished

30GB

Data

£54.79 per month, £29 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 13 mini or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 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 Fold 7?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 has the bigger screen at 8" 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 367, and the Apple iPhone 13 mini uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 has a Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 13 mini or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 has a 200 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 Fold 7?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £179.99.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 13 mini and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 13 mini and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 use?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini is powered by the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 uses the Qualcomm SM8750-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 13 mini or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini is the more portable of the two: it's 74g 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 Fold 7 is slimmer at 4.2mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 13 mini or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 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 Fold 7 run?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini runs Apple iOS and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.