Apple iPhone 15 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE

Our Verdict: iPhone 15 looks better for shoppers prioritising display sharpness, helped by the sharper 461 PPI display and the cheaper SIM-free price from £319.99. Galaxy Z Flip7 FE earns its place with the lower contract price from £13/mo and the larger 6.7" screen, especially if contract value matters more than price or portability. That makes iPhone 15 the practical pick for some buyers and Galaxy Z Flip7 FE the more suitable one for others.

The iPhone 15 5G is the cheaper one to own: around £521 over a typical contract, £171 less than the Galaxy Z Flip7 FE.

Expert Rating
4.2
12 reviews
3.3
10 reviews
Screen
6.1" 6.7"
Display
Super Retina XDR OLED Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1179 x 2556 1080 x 2460
Pixels Per Inch
461 401
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm) Exynos 2400 (4 nm)
Battery
3,349 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
5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.3, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm 165.1 x 71.9 x 6.9 mm
Weight
171 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
£14.99/mo (£139.00 upfront) £13.00/mo (£365.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£322.00 £439.99

Prices updated 25 July 2026

Apple iPhone 15 Apple iPhone 15 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE
Expert Rating 4.2
12 reviews
3.3
10 reviews
Screen 6.1" 6.7"
Display Super Retina XDR OLED Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1179 x 2556 1080 x 2460
Pixels Per Inch 461 401
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm) Exynos 2400 (4 nm)
Battery 3,349 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 5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.3, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm 165.1 x 71.9 x 6.9 mm
Weight 171 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 £14.99/mo
£139.00 upfront
£13.00/mo
£365.00 upfront
SIM-free £322.00 £439.99
Prices updated 25 July 2026
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Cheapest Deals

Apple iPhone 15
Apple iPhone 15

24 Months

128GB

Black

Refurbished

200GB

Data

£14.99 per month, £139 upfront.

Use code: SAVING10 (£10)

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE

24 Months

128GB

Black

100GB

Data

£13 per month, £365 upfront.

Use code: 30JNOFF (£30)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 15 or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 15 is cheaper on contract at £521.16 over the life of the deal from £14.99 per month with £139.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 15 or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone 15's 6.1", the Apple iPhone 15 has the sharper display at 461 pixels per inch versus 401, and the Apple iPhone 15 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 15 or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE?

The Apple iPhone 15 features a 48 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 15 or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE?

The Apple iPhone 15 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £322.00.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 15 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE?

The Apple iPhone 15 is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 15 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE use?

The Apple iPhone 15 is powered by the Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE uses the Exynos 2400 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 15 or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE?

The Apple iPhone 15 is the more portable of the two: it's 16g lighter at 171 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE is slimmer at 6.9mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 15 or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE?

The Apple iPhone 15 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 15 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE run?

The Apple iPhone 15 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.