Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1199 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads — 75/100 vs 70/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4400); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is faster in AnTuTu (3,065,623 vs 1,684,869); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 has the stronger camera (145 vs 140); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is noticeably lighter (215g vs 234g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $1199 vs $1999
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 78/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3065623 vs 1684869
- Better Geekbench Single: 2910 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9174 vs 5311
- Lighter: 215g vs 234g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (76/100 vs 73/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 29/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 scores 5 points higher (75/100 vs 70/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads (91/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads (56/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra — 50/100, 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 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (91/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra are nearly equal (76/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (56/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (66/100 vs 29/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1684869 | 3065623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 2910 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 9174 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1440x3088 | 2184x1968 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4400 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 140 | 145 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI 8 | Android 16 / One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.1×8.9 mm | 158.4×143.2×4.2 mm | |
| Weight | 234 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3088
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2184x1968
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra by 45.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $800. Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra was $800 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (91/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra are nearly equal (76/100 vs 73/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (56/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (66/100 vs 29/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 edges out the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 — 75/100.
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads on performance (91/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a better fit for gamers and power users.