Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE
Our verdict: You'll pay £334.63 less overall on contract with the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE than the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra. Screen lovers will prefer the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and its 6.9" display running at 498 PPI. Keen photographers will appreciate the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and its 200MP main camera. Video callers will appreciate the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and its 12MP front camera.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE
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| Screen | 6.9" | 6.7" |
| Display | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1440 x 3120 | 1080 x 2460 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 498 | 401 |
| Rear Camera | 200 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 10 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) | Exynos 2400 (4 nm) |
| Storage | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 128GB, 256GB |
| OS | Android | 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/6e |
| Bluetooth | 5.4, A2DP, LE | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 163.6 x 78.1 x 7.9 mm | 165.1 x 71.9 x 6.9 mm |
| Weight | 214 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 |
£22.00/mo
£649.00 upfront |
£24.99/mo
£149.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £1106.10 | £569.99 |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE is cheaper on contract at £761.40 over the life of the deal from £24.99 per month with £149.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE's 6.7", the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has the sharper display at 498 pixels per inch versus 401, and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra uses a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE has a Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra features a 200 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 S26 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £569.99.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE comes in 128GB, 256GB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE use?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is powered by the Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE uses the Exynos 2400 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE is the more portable of the two — it's 27g lighter at 187 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 165.1 x 71.9 x 6.9 mm, and is slimmer at 6.9mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra 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 S26 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE run?
Both phones run Android.