Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7

Our verdict: On contract, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 works out £650.00 cheaper overall than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 has a bigger 8" screen, but the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 is sharper at 389 PPI. If you'd rather buy outright, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 starts at £669.99 SIM-free.

Screen
6.9" 8"
Display
Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1080 x 2460 1968 x 2184
Pixels Per Inch
389 367
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 200 Megapixels
Front Camera
10 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) Qualcomm SM8750-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Storage
256GB, 512GB 256GB, 512GB
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 158.4 x 143.2 x 4.2 mm
Weight
187 grams 215 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
£29.99/mo (£139.00 upfront) £59.99/mo (£69.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£669.99 £1229.99
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
Screen 6.9" 8"
Display Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1080 x 2460 1968 x 2184
Pixels Per Inch 389 367
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 200 Megapixels
Front Camera 10 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) Qualcomm SM8750-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Storage 256GB, 512GB 256GB, 512GB
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 158.4 x 143.2 x 4.2 mm
Weight 187 grams 215 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 £29.99/mo
£139.00 upfront
£59.99/mo
£69.00 upfront
SIM-free £669.99 £1229.99
Deals Deals

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 is cheaper on contract at £870.93 over the life of the deal from £29.99 per month with £139.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 has the bigger screen at 8" compared to the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7's 6.9", the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 has the sharper display at 389 pixels per inch versus 367, and both use Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X panels.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 has a 200 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 Fold 7?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £669.99.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 is available in 256GB, 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 comes in 256GB, 512GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 use?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 is powered by the Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 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 Fold 7?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 is the more portable of the two — it's 28g 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 Fold 7 is slimmer at 4.2mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?

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 Fold 7 run?

Both phones run Android.