Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE

Our Verdict: If you've got the Galaxy Z Flip3 5G, the Galaxy Z Flip7 FE is four years of updates on from it. The Z Flip7 FE has a dramatically higher-resolution main camera, 50MP against the Z Flip3 5G's 12MP, and the Z Flip7 FE packs the bigger battery, 4000mAh against 3300mAh, which should mean longer between charges in day-to-day use. The Z Flip3 5G has the sharper display at 426 PPI to 401, and only the Z Flip7 FE has a water-resistance rating (IP48); the Z Flip3 5G has none. If you're on the Z Flip3 5G, the Z Flip7 FE is a real step up, but only worth it if the changes above matter to you.

If you'd rather pay up front, the Z Flip7 FE is the cheaper buy at £395 SIM-free.

Expert Rating
4.1
10 reviews
3.3
10 reviews
Screen
6.7" 6.7"
Display
Dynamic AMOLED 2X capacitive touchscreen Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution
2640 x 1080 1080 x 2460
Pixels Per Inch
426 401
Rear Camera
12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
10 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 Exynos 2400 (4 nm)
Battery
3,300 mAh 4,000 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB 128GB, 256GB
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
Bluetooth
5.1 5.3, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
166 x 72.2 x 6.9 mm 165.1 x 71.9 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
- £13.00/mo (£385.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£869.99 £394.99
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE
Expert Rating 4.1
10 reviews
3.3
10 reviews
Screen 6.7" 6.7"
Display Dynamic AMOLED 2X capacitive touchscreen Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 2640 x 1080 1080 x 2460
Pixels Per Inch 426 401
Rear Camera 12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 10 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 Exynos 2400 (4 nm)
Battery 3,300 mAh 4,000 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB 128GB, 256GB
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
Bluetooth 5.1 5.3, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 166 x 72.2 x 6.9 mm 165.1 x 71.9 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 - £13.00/mo
£385.00 upfront
SIM-free £869.99 £394.99
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G has the sharper display at 426 pixels per inch versus 401, and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G uses a Dynamic AMOLED 2X capacitive touchscreen panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE has a Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.

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

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G features a 12 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 Z Flip3 5G 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 Z Flip3 5G and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE?

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

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

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G is powered by the Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE uses the Exynos 2400 (4 nm).

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

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G is the more portable of the two: it's 4g lighter at 183 grams, both are similar in overall footprint.

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

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

Both phones run Android.