Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8

Our Verdict: Comparing Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the choice mostly comes down to display quality versus portability. The Fold8 gives you a larger 7.6-inch screen, its LTPO AMOLED 2X panel, and a larger 4,800 mAh battery, while the Flip7 is more appealing for its Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X panel and a lighter 187g body. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. Choose the Fold8 for display quality; choose the Flip7 if portability matters more.

Over a full contract, the Z Flip7 works out around £861 all-in, about £514 less than the Z Fold8.

Expert Rating
4.1
10 reviews
4.4
10 reviews
Screen
6.9" 7.6"
Display
Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2
Resolution
1080 x 2460 1828 x 2584
Pixels Per Inch
389 416
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
10 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) Qualcomm SM8750-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery
4,300 mAh 4,800 mAh
Storage
256GB, 512GB 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
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/6/7
Bluetooth
5.4, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions
166.7 x 75.2 x 6.9 mm 161.4 x 123.9 x 4.9 mm
Weight
187 grams 199 grams
Water Resistance
IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts
£13.00/mo (£529.00 upfront) £44.99/mo (£269.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£554.99 £1656.99
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Expert Rating 4.1
10 reviews
4.4
10 reviews
Screen 6.9" 7.6"
Display Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2
Resolution 1080 x 2460 1828 x 2584
Pixels Per Inch 389 416
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 10 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) Qualcomm SM8750-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery 4,300 mAh 4,800 mAh
Storage 256GB, 512GB 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
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/6/7
Bluetooth 5.4, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions 166.7 x 75.2 x 6.9 mm 161.4 x 123.9 x 4.9 mm
Weight 187 grams 199 grams
Water Resistance IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts £13.00/mo
£529.00 upfront
£44.99/mo
£269.00 upfront
SIM-free £554.99 £1656.99
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 is cheaper on contract at £861.00 over the life of the deal from £13.00 per month with £529.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has the bigger screen at 7.6" compared to the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7's 6.9", the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has the sharper display at 416 pixels per inch versus 389, and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 uses a Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 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 Flip7 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £554.99.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 is available in 256GB, 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 use?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 is powered by the Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 uses the Qualcomm SM8750-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 is the more portable of the two: it's 12g lighter at 187 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 166.7 x 75.2 x 6.9 mm, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is slimmer at 4.9mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min).

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 run?

Both phones run Android.