Apple iPhone Air vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7

Our Verdict: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 and Apple iPhone Air suit different priorities. The iPhone is stronger for portability, helped by a sharper 444 PPI display, its LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panel, and a higher-resolution 18MP front camera, while the Samsung is better suited to a larger 6.9-inch screen, its Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X panel, and a larger 4,300 mAh battery. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. Software may decide it too: the Samsung is the Android choice, while the iPhone keeps you in Apple's iOS ecosystem. Choose the iPhone for portability; choose the Samsung if display quality matters more.

Over a full contract, the iPhone Air works out around £813 all-in, about £48 less than the Galaxy Z Flip7.

Expert Rating
3.9
12 reviews
4.1
10 reviews
Screen
6.5" 6.9"
Display
LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1206 x 2622 1080 x 2460
Pixels Per Inch
444 389
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
18 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A19 Pro (3 nm) Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery
3,149 mAh 4,300 mAh
Storage
256GB, 512GB, 1TB 256GB, 512GB
OS
Apple iOS Android
SIM Type
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
6.0, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
156.2 x 74.7 x 5.6 mm 166.7 x 75.2 x 6.9 mm
Weight
165 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
£31.99/mo (£19.00 upfront) £13.00/mo (£529.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£599.99 £554.99
Apple iPhone Air Apple iPhone Air Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7
Expert Rating 3.9
12 reviews
4.1
10 reviews
Screen 6.5" 6.9"
Display LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1206 x 2622 1080 x 2460
Pixels Per Inch 444 389
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 18 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A19 Pro (3 nm) Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery 3,149 mAh 4,300 mAh
Storage 256GB, 512GB, 1TB 256GB, 512GB
OS Apple iOS Android
SIM Type 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 6.0, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 156.2 x 74.7 x 5.6 mm 166.7 x 75.2 x 6.9 mm
Weight 165 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 £31.99/mo
£19.00 upfront
£13.00/mo
£529.00 upfront
SIM-free £599.99 £554.99
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Apple iPhone Air
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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7

24 Months

256GB

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone Air is cheaper on contract at £812.76 over the life of the deal from £31.99 per month with £19.00 upfront.

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

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the Apple iPhone Air's 6.5", the Apple iPhone Air has the sharper display at 444 pixels per inch versus 389, and the Apple iPhone Air uses a LTPO 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 Air or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7?

The Apple iPhone Air 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 Air or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £554.99.

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

The Apple iPhone Air is available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 comes in 256GB, 512GB.

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

The Apple iPhone Air is powered by the Apple A19 Pro (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 Air or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7?

The Apple iPhone Air is the more portable of the two: it's 22g lighter at 165 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 156.2 x 74.7 x 5.6 mm, and is slimmer at 5.6mm thick.

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

The Apple iPhone Air 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 Air and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 run?

The Apple iPhone Air 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.