Apple iPhone SE (2020) vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7

Our verdict: Visuals favour the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 — it's both bigger at 6.9" and sharper at 389 PPI. Snap-happy users may prefer the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 and its 50MP rear camera. Front-camera quality goes to the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 at 10MP. At just 148g, the Apple iPhone SE (2020) is the more pocket-friendly option.

Expert Rating
4.2
25 reviews
4.1
10 reviews
Screen
4.7" 6.9"
Display
Retina HD display Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1334 x 750 1080 x 2460
Pixels Per Inch
326 389
Rear Camera
12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
7 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+) Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Storage
64GB, 128GB, 256GB 256GB, 512GB
OS
Apple iOS Android
SIM Type
Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 4G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7
Bluetooth
5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
138.4 x 67.3 x 7.3 mm 166.7 x 75.2 x 6.9 mm
Weight
148 grams 187 grams
Water Resistance
IP67 - Dust and water resistant IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts
£11.95/mo (£519.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£64.00 £899.00
Apple iPhone SE (2020) Apple iPhone SE (2020) Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7
Expert Rating 4.2
25 reviews
4.1
10 reviews
Screen 4.7" 6.9"
Display Retina HD display Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1334 x 750 1080 x 2460
Pixels Per Inch 326 389
Rear Camera 12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 7 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+) Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Storage 64GB, 128GB, 256GB 256GB, 512GB
OS Apple iOS Android
SIM Type Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 4G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7
Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 138.4 x 67.3 x 7.3 mm 166.7 x 75.2 x 6.9 mm
Weight 148 grams 187 grams
Water Resistance IP67 - Dust and water resistant IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts £11.95/mo
£519.00 upfront
SIM-free £64.00 £899.00
Deals Deals

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone SE (2020) or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the Apple iPhone SE (2020)'s 4.7", the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 has the sharper display at 389 pixels per inch versus 326, and the Apple iPhone SE (2020) uses a Retina HD display panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 has a Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone SE (2020) or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7?

The Apple iPhone SE (2020) features a 12 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 SE (2020) or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7?

The Apple iPhone SE (2020) is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £64.00.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone SE (2020) and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7?

The Apple iPhone SE (2020) is available in 64GB, 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 comes in 256GB, 512GB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone SE (2020) and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 use?

The Apple iPhone SE (2020) is powered by the Apple A13 Bionic (7 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 SE (2020) or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7?

The Apple iPhone SE (2020) is the more portable of the two — it's 39g lighter at 148 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 138.4 x 67.3 x 7.3 mm, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 is slimmer at 6.9mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone SE (2020) or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7?

The Apple iPhone SE (2020) is rated IP67 - Dust and water resistant, 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 SE (2020) and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 run?

The Apple iPhone SE (2020) 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.