Apple iPhone Air vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
The Apple iPhone Air (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $999 and $1999. Both devices score the same overall rating of 75/100. Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 has the bigger battery (4400 mAh vs 3149); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is faster in AnTuTu (3,065,623 vs 2,538,751); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 has the stronger camera (145 vs 141); the Apple iPhone Air is noticeably lighter (165g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone Air
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
What makes Apple iPhone Air better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3850 vs 2910
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9800 vs 9174
- Faster charging: 40W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Lighter: 165g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1999
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 91/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (96/100 vs 66/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3065623 vs 2538751
- Bigger battery: 4400 vs 3149 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Better camera (76/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 26/100)
Comparison verdict
The Apple iPhone Air and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 received the same MobileRank rating — 75/100. In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads (39/100 vs 26/100). Value score: Apple iPhone Air — 60/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 — 58/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Air and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone Air is a bit better (85/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 and the Apple iPhone Air are nearly equal (76/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a bit better (39/100 vs 26/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (96/100 vs 66/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone Air | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 3065623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3850 | 2910 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9800 | 9174 | |
| Display | 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2736x1260 | 2184x1968 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3149 mAh | 4400 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 141 | 145 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 16 / One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 6.0×74.7×5.6 mm | 158.4×143.2×4.2 mm | |
| Weight | 165 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone Air
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone Air
- 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2736x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2184x1968
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone Air
- 3149 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 7:48 hrs, total 22:15 hrs
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone Air and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads Apple iPhone Air by 17.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1000. Apple iPhone Air was $1000 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Air and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone Air is a bit better (85/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 and the Apple iPhone Air are nearly equal (76/100 vs 73/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a bit better (39/100 vs 26/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (96/100 vs 66/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone Air or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
Both devices scored 75/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Apple iPhone Air (92/100 vs 91/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone Air and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Apple iPhone Air has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 — 75/100.
Should you choose the Apple iPhone Air over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Apple iPhone Air is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a better fit for gamers and power users.