Samsung Galaxy A26 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE

Our verdict: On contract, the Samsung Galaxy A26 works out £432.00 cheaper overall than the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE has the sharper display at 401 PPI. If you'd rather buy outright, the Samsung Galaxy A26 starts at £239.00 SIM-free.

Screen
6.7" 6.7"
Display
Super AMOLED Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1080 x 2340 1080 x 2460
Pixels Per Inch
385 401
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
13 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset
5nm Exynos 1280 Exynos 2400 (4 nm)
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 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth
5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.3, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
164 x 77.5 x 7.7 mm 165.1 x 71.9 x 6.9 mm
Weight
200 grams 187 grams
Water Resistance
IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts
£11.99/mo (£29.00 upfront) £24.99/mo (£149.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£239.00 £569.99
Samsung Galaxy A26 Samsung Galaxy A26 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE
Screen 6.7" 6.7"
Display Super AMOLED Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1080 x 2340 1080 x 2460
Pixels Per Inch 385 401
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 13 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset 5nm Exynos 1280 Exynos 2400 (4 nm)
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 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth 5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.3, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 164 x 77.5 x 7.7 mm 165.1 x 71.9 x 6.9 mm
Weight 200 grams 187 grams
Water Resistance IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts £11.99/mo
£29.00 upfront
£24.99/mo
£149.00 upfront
SIM-free £239.00 £569.99
Deals Deals

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Samsung Galaxy A26 or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy A26 is cheaper on contract at £328.93 over the life of the deal from £11.99 per month with £29.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A26 or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE has the sharper display at 401 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Samsung Galaxy A26 uses a Super AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE has a Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A26 or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE?

The Samsung Galaxy A26 features a 50 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 A26 or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE?

The Samsung Galaxy A26 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £239.00.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A26 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE?

The Samsung Galaxy A26 is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A26 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE use?

The Samsung Galaxy A26 is powered by the 5nm Exynos 1280 , while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE uses the Exynos 2400 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A26 or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE is the more portable of the two — it's 13g 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 A26 or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE?

The Samsung Galaxy A26 is rated IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m 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 A26 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE run?

Both phones run Android.