Apple iPhone 16 Plus vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7
The iPhone 16 Plus is the cheaper one to own: around £772 over a typical contract, £64 less than the Galaxy Z Flip7.
12 reviews 4.1
10 reviews
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7
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| Expert Rating | 4.2 12 reviews |
4.1 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.7" | 6.9" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 2796 x 1290 | 1080 x 2460 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 460 | 389 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 10 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A18 (3 nm) | Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) |
| Battery | 4,674 mAh | 4,300 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB | 256GB, 512GB |
| 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/6e/7 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 160.9 x 77.8 x 7.80 mm | 166.7 x 75.2 x 6.9 mm |
| Weight | 199 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 |
£31.79/mo
£9.00 upfront |
£14.00/mo
£479.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £499.00 | £469.99 |
| Deals | Deals |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is cheaper on contract at £771.96 over the life of the deal from £31.79 per month with £9.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the Apple iPhone 16 Plus's 6.7", the Apple iPhone 16 Plus has the sharper display at 460 pixels per inch versus 389, and the Apple iPhone 16 Plus uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 has a Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 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 16 Plus or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £469.99.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 16 Plus and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 comes in 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 16 Plus and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 use?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus is powered by the Apple A18 (3 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 uses the Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7?
It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 is lighter but the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is more compact. It's 12g lighter at 187 grams, though the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is actually the more compact phone at 160.9 x 77.8 x 7.80 mm, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 is slimmer at 6.9mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 is rated IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min).
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 16 Plus and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 run?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus runs Apple iOS and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.