Samsung Galaxy A57 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE
Over a full contract, the A57 works out around £449 all-in, about £273 less than the Z Flip7 FE.
11 reviews 3.3
10 reviews
Samsung Galaxy A57
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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE
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| Expert Rating | 3.6 11 reviews |
3.3 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.7" | 6.7" |
| Display | Super AMOLED | Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 | 1080 x 2460 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 385 | 401 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 32 Megapixels | 10 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Exynos 1580 (4 nm) | Exynos 2400 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 4,000 mAh |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB, 256GB |
| OS | Android 16 | 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 | 162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm | 165.1 x 71.9 x 6.9 mm |
| Weight | 179 grams | 187 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) | IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) |
| Contracts |
£14.99/mo
£60.00 upfront |
£13.00/mo
£385.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £429.00 | £394.99 |
| Deals | Deals |
Cheapest Deals
Samsung Galaxy A57
£14.99 a month, £60 upfront.
Use code: SUMMER10 (£10 off)
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE
£13 a month, £385 upfront.
Use code: 30JNOFF (£30 off)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Samsung Galaxy A57 or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy A57 is cheaper on contract at £449.36 over the life of the deal from £14.99 per month with £60.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A57 or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE has the sharper display at 401 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Samsung Galaxy A57 uses a Super AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE has a Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A57 or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy A57 features a 50 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 Samsung Galaxy A57 or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £394.99.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A57 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy A57 is available in 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE comes in 128GB, 256GB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A57 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE use?
The Samsung Galaxy A57 is powered by the Exynos 1580 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE uses the Exynos 2400 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A57 or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE?
It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy A57 is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE is more compact. It's 8g lighter at 179 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE is actually the more compact phone at 165.1 x 71.9 x 6.9 mm, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE is slimmer at 6.9mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A57 or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy A57 is rated IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min), 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 Samsung Galaxy A57 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE run?
The Samsung Galaxy A57 runs Android 16 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.