Samsung Galaxy A57 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
Over a full contract, the A57 works out around £446 all-in, about £898 less than the Z Fold 7.
11 reviews 4.4
12 reviews
Samsung Galaxy A57
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
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| Expert Rating | 3.6 11 reviews |
4.4 12 reviews |
| Screen | 6.7" | 8" |
| Display | Super AMOLED | Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 | 1968 x 2184 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 385 | 367 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 200 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 32 Megapixels | 10 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Exynos 1580 (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM8750-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 4,400 mAh |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |
| 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/6/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 with A2DP, LE | 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Dimensions | 162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm | 158.4 x 143.2 x 4.2 mm |
| Weight | 179 grams | 215 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 |
£54.79/mo
£29.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £449.00 | £984.99 |
| Deals | Deals |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Samsung Galaxy A57 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy A57 is cheaper on contract at £445.76 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 Fold 7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 has the bigger screen at 8" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A57's 6.7", the Samsung Galaxy A57 has the sharper display at 385 pixels per inch versus 367, and the Samsung Galaxy A57 uses a Super AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 has a Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A57 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
The Samsung Galaxy A57 features a 50 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 Samsung Galaxy A57 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
The Samsung Galaxy A57 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £449.00.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A57 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
The Samsung Galaxy A57 is available in 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A57 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 use?
The Samsung Galaxy A57 is powered by the Exynos 1580 (4 nm), 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 Samsung Galaxy A57 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
The Samsung Galaxy A57 is the more portable of the two: it's 36g lighter at 179 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is slimmer at 4.2mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A57 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
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 Fold 7 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 Fold 7 run?
The Samsung Galaxy A57 runs Android 16 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.