Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7

Our Verdict: Comparing Apple iPhone 16 Pro and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, the choice mostly comes down to display quality versus portability. The Samsung gives you a larger 8-inch screen, its Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X panel, and a higher-resolution 200MP rear camera, while the iPhone is more appealing for a sharper 458 PPI display, its LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panel, and a lighter 199g body. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. Software may decide it too: the iPhone keeps you in Apple's iOS ecosystem, while the Samsung is the Android choice. Choose the Samsung for display quality; choose the iPhone if portability matters more.

Over a full contract, the iPhone 16 Pro works out around £876 all-in, about £468 less than the Galaxy Z Fold 7.

Expert Rating
4.2
11 reviews
4.4
12 reviews
Screen
6.3" 8"
Display
LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1206 x 2622 1968 x 2184
Pixels Per Inch
458 367
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 200 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A18 Pro Qualcomm SM8750-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery
3,582 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/6e/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7
Bluetooth
5.2, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions
149.6 x 71.5 x 8.3 mm 158.4 x 143.2 x 4.2 mm
Weight
199 grams 215 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts
£35.29/mo (£29.00 upfront) £54.79/mo (£29.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£569.99 £889.99
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Apple iPhone 16 Pro Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
Expert Rating 4.2
11 reviews
4.4
12 reviews
Screen 6.3" 8"
Display LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1206 x 2622 1968 x 2184
Pixels Per Inch 458 367
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 200 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A18 Pro Qualcomm SM8750-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery 3,582 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/6e/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7
Bluetooth 5.2, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions 149.6 x 71.5 x 8.3 mm 158.4 x 143.2 x 4.2 mm
Weight 199 grams 215 grams
Water Resistance IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts £35.29/mo
£29.00 upfront
£54.79/mo
£29.00 upfront
SIM-free £569.99 £889.99
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

Apple iPhone 16 Pro
Apple iPhone 16 Pro

24 Months

128GB

Desert Titanium

Refurbished

10GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£35.29 per month, £29 upfront.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7

24 Months

256GB

Jet Black

Refurbished

30GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£54.79 per month, £29 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is cheaper on contract at £875.96 over the life of the deal from £35.29 per month with £29.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 has the bigger screen at 8" compared to the Apple iPhone 16 Pro's 6.3", the Apple iPhone 16 Pro has the sharper display at 458 pixels per inch versus 367, and the Apple iPhone 16 Pro uses a LTPO 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 16 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro features a 48 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 16 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £569.99.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?

The Apple iPhone 16 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 16 Pro and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 use?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is powered by the Apple A18 Pro, 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 16 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is the more portable of the two: it's 16g lighter at 199 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 149.6 x 71.5 x 8.3 mm, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is slimmer at 4.2mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, 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 16 Pro and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 run?

The Apple iPhone 16 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.