Samsung Galaxy M17e vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7

The Samsung Galaxy M17e (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads — 69/100 vs 43/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy M17e has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 524,785); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy M17e doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy M17e is noticeably lighter (199g vs 215g).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e by 26 points (69/100 vs 43/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M17e
Performance 43
Display 55
Camera 30
Battery 52
Portability 57
Value for money 64
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
Performance 92
Display 78
Camera 52
Battery 39
Portability 66
Value for money
What makes Samsung Galaxy M17e better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4400 mAh
  • Lighter: 199g vs 215g

  • Longer battery life (52/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 524785
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 771
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 1980
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better camera (52/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better display (78/100 vs 55/100)
  • Better portability (66/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M17e vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 scores 26 points higher (69/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads (92/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads (52/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17e leads (52/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (92/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (78/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (52/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17e is a bit better (52/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a bit better (66/100 vs 57/100).

Samsung Galaxy M17e: The Samsung Galaxy M17e is a better fit for everyday use.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy M17e Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 6300 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 524785 3119308
Geekbench Single 771 3041
Geekbench Multi 1980 9494
Display 6.7" PLS LCD 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2
Resolution 720x1600 1968x2184
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 6000 mAh 4400 mAh
Charging 25W 25W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
Main camera 50 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 10 MP
Front camera 8 MP 10 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 16, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 8 Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8
Brightness (peak) 800 nits 2600 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP54 IP48
Dimensions 167.4×77.4×8.2 mm 158.4×143.2×4.2 mm
Weight 199 g 215 g
Launch price $140
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M17e
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 10MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M17e
  • 6.7" PLS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
55
display
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
  • 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2
  • Resolution: 1968x2184
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
78
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy M17e
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • No wireless charging
52
battery
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
  • 4400 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
39
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy M17e and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy M17e MediaTek Dimensity 6300
43/100
524785 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
69/100 +83.2%
3119308 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads Samsung Galaxy M17e by 83.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy M17e
$140
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (92/100 vs 43/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (78/100 vs 55/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (52/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17e is a bit better (52/100 vs 39/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a bit better (66/100 vs 57/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M17e or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e by 26 points (69/100 vs 43/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M17e and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?

The Samsung Galaxy M17e has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 — 69/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M17e or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads on camera score (52/100 vs 30/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy M17e or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads on performance (92/100 vs 43/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M17e over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?

The Samsung Galaxy M17e is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a better fit for gamers and power users.