Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7

Our Verdict: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 suit different priorities. The Flip7 is stronger for display quality, helped by its Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X panel, a higher-resolution 50MP rear camera, and a larger 4,300 mAh battery, while the Flip3 5G is better suited to a sharper 426 PPI display and its Dynamic AMOLED 2X capacitive touchscreen panel. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. Choose the Flip7 for display quality; choose the Flip3 5G if simplicity matters more.

Buying outright, the Z Flip7 starts at £595 SIM-free.

Expert Rating
4.1
10 reviews
4.1
10 reviews
Screen
6.7" 6.9"
Display
Dynamic AMOLED 2X capacitive touchscreen Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution
2640 x 1080 1080 x 2460
Pixels Per Inch
426 389
Rear Camera
12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
10 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery
3,300 mAh 4,300 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB 256GB, 512GB
OS
Android Android
SIM Type
Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7
Bluetooth
5.1 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
166 x 72.2 x 6.9 mm 166.7 x 75.2 x 6.9 mm
Weight
183 grams 187 grams
Water Resistance
Not rated IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts
- £14.00/mo (£479.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£869.99 £594.99
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7
Expert Rating 4.1
10 reviews
4.1
10 reviews
Screen 6.7" 6.9"
Display Dynamic AMOLED 2X capacitive touchscreen Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 2640 x 1080 1080 x 2460
Pixels Per Inch 426 389
Rear Camera 12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 10 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery 3,300 mAh 4,300 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB 256GB, 512GB
OS Android Android
SIM Type Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7
Bluetooth 5.1 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 166 x 72.2 x 6.9 mm 166.7 x 75.2 x 6.9 mm
Weight 183 grams 187 grams
Water Resistance Not rated IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts - £14.00/mo
£479.00 upfront
SIM-free £869.99 £594.99
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G's 6.7", the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G has the sharper display at 426 pixels per inch versus 389, and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G uses a Dynamic AMOLED 2X capacitive touchscreen panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 has a Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G 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 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £594.99.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 comes in 256GB, 512GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 use?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G is powered by the Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 uses the Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G is the more portable of the two: it's 4g lighter at 183 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 166 x 72.2 x 6.9 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G is rated Not rated, 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 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 run?

Both phones run Android.