Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro (2024) runs on the Apple A18 Pro, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $999 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads — 75/100 vs 73/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 has the bigger battery (4400 mAh vs 3582); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is faster in AnTuTu (3,065,623 vs 1,870,000); per DXOMark lab testing, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro has the stronger camera (157 vs 145); the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 215g).
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
- Better Geekbench Single: 3400 vs 2910
- Faster charging: 27W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Lighter: 199g vs 215g
- Cheaper: $999 vs $1999
- Better camera (86/100 vs 76/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 78/100)
- Better value for money (58/100 vs 54/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3065623 vs 1870000
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9174 vs 8300
- Bigger battery: 4400 vs 3582 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 85/100)
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 24/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 56/100)
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 scores 2 points higher (75/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads (86/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads (39/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is a bit better (91/100 vs 85/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a bit better (85/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a bit better (86/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (39/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is a bit better (66/100 vs 56/100). In the "value for money" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 are nearly equal (58/100 vs 54/100).
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Pro | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1870000 | 3065623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3400 | 2910 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8300 | 9174 | |
| Display | 6.3" Super Retina XDR OLED | 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 2184x1968 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3582 mAh | 4400 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | 145 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 16 / One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.3 mm | 158.4×143.2×4.2 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 215 g | |
| Price | $999 | $1999 |
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
- 6.3" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
- 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2184x1968
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
- 3582 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Pro and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads Apple iPhone 16 Pro by 39.0% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1000. Apple iPhone 16 Pro is cheaper by $1000.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is a bit better (91/100 vs 85/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a bit better (85/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a bit better (86/100 vs 76/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (39/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is a bit better (66/100 vs 56/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 are nearly equal (58/100 vs 54/100).
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 edges out the Apple iPhone 16 Pro by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads on camera score (86/100 vs 76/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads on performance (91/100 vs 85/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is a better fit for gamers and power users.