Redmi A3X vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7

The Redmi A3X (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $80 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads — 61/100 vs 13/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi A3X has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 8 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is faster in AnTuTu (3,065,623 vs 195,539); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi A3X doesn't; the Redmi A3X is noticeably lighter (192g vs 215g).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3X by 48 points (61/100 vs 13/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A3X
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 60
Value for money 100
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
Performance 67
Display 100
Camera 76
Battery 25
Design 31
Value for money 0
What makes Redmi A3X better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4400 mAh
  • Lighter: 192g vs 215g
  • Cheaper: $80 vs $1999

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 25/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 0/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3065623 vs 195539
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2910 vs 189
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9174 vs 781
  • Faster charging: 25W vs 10W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 8MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (67/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (76/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi A3X vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 scores 48 points higher (61/100 vs 13/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads (67/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads (76/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi A3X leads (36/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A3X leads (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3X (67/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3X (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3X (76/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi A3X is a bit better (36/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi A3X notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (60/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A3X significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (100/100 vs 0/100).

Redmi A3X: The Redmi A3X is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi A3X Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
Processor MediaTek Helio G36 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 195539 3065623
Geekbench Single 189 2910
Geekbench Multi 781 9174
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution 720x1650 2184x1968
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4400 mAh
Charging 10W 25W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
DXOMark (camera) 145
Main camera 8 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 10 MP
Front camera 5 MP 10 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, MIUI Android 16 / One UI 8
Brightness (peak) 500 nits 2600 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP48
Dimensions 168.4×76.3×8.3 mm 158.4×143.2×4.2 mm
Weight 192 g 215 g
Price $80 $1999
Camera comparison
Redmi A3X
  • Main: 8MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 10MP
76
camera
Display comparison
Redmi A3X
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1650
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
  • 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 2184x1968
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi A3X
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 10W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
  • 4400 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
25
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi A3X and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi A3X MediaTek Helio G36
13/100
195539 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
61/100 +93.6%
3065623 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads Redmi A3X by 93.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi A3X
$80
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
$1999

Price difference: $1919. Redmi A3X is cheaper by $1919.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3X (67/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3X (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3X (76/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi A3X is a bit better (36/100 vs 25/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi A3X notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (60/100 vs 31/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A3X significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (100/100 vs 0/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi A3X or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3X by 48 points (61/100 vs 13/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi A3X and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?

The Redmi A3X has a MobileRank rating of 13/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 — 61/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi A3X or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads on camera score (76/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi A3X or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads on performance (67/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi A3X over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?

The Redmi A3X is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is a better fit for active users.