Apple iPhone 13 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7

Our Verdict: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads on camera hardware with a 200MP main sensor to the Apple iPhone 13 Pro's 12MP, and there's more battery in the Galaxy Z Fold 7, 4400mAh to 3095mAh, though iOS and Android manage power differently, so more mAh doesn't always mean longer battery life. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 has the bigger screen at 8" against 6.1", while the iPhone 13 Pro has the sharper one at 457 PPI, and the iPhone 13 Pro is the lighter phone at 204g against 215g. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 is the one to have if you want what it adds, but the iPhone 13 Pro is the smarter buy if you'd rather keep the money.

If you'd rather pay up front, the iPhone 13 Pro is the cheaper buy at £249 SIM-free.

Expert Rating
4.4
11 reviews
4.4
12 reviews
Screen
6.1" 8"
Display
Super Retina XDR OLED Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution
2532 x 1170 1968 x 2184
Pixels Per Inch
457 367
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
3,095 mAh 4,400 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB 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
146.7 x 71.5 x 7.7 mm 158.4 x 143.2 x 4.2 mm
Weight
204 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
- £54.79/mo (£29.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£249.00 £959.99

Prices updated 26 July 2026

Apple iPhone 13 Pro Apple iPhone 13 Pro Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
Expert Rating 4.4
11 reviews
4.4
12 reviews
Screen 6.1" 8"
Display Super Retina XDR OLED Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 2532 x 1170 1968 x 2184
Pixels Per Inch 457 367
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 3,095 mAh 4,400 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB 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 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.7 mm 158.4 x 143.2 x 4.2 mm
Weight 204 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 - £54.79/mo
£29.00 upfront
SIM-free £249.00 £959.99
Prices updated 26 July 2026
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

Apple iPhone 13 Pro
Apple iPhone 13 Pro

128GB

Alpine Green

Refurbished

From £249

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

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 has the bigger screen at 8" compared to the Apple iPhone 13 Pro's 6.1", the Apple iPhone 13 Pro has the sharper display at 457 pixels per inch versus 367, and the Apple iPhone 13 Pro 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 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?

The Apple iPhone 13 Pro 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 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?

The Apple iPhone 13 Pro is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £249.00.

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

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

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

The Apple iPhone 13 Pro 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 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?

The Apple iPhone 13 Pro is the more portable of the two: it's 11g lighter at 204 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 146.7 x 71.5 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 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?

The Apple iPhone 13 Pro 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 Pro and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 run?

The Apple iPhone 13 Pro 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.