Samsung Galaxy S25 FE vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2400, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $599 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads — 75/100 vs 68/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE has the bigger battery (4700 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is faster in AnTuTu (3,065,623 vs 2,087,886); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 has the stronger camera (145 vs 118); the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE is noticeably lighter (190g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 FE better?
- Bigger battery: 4700 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Lighter: 190g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $1999
- Longer battery life (50/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (71/100 vs 66/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3065623 vs 2087886
- Better Geekbench Single: 2910 vs 2115
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9174 vs 6826
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 80/100)
- Better camera (76/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 scores 7 points higher (75/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads (91/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads (76/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE leads (50/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S25 FE — 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 is a bit better (91/100 vs 80/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 are nearly equal (79/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (76/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE is a bit better (50/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE is a bit better (71/100 vs 66/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 FE | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2400 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2087886 | 3065623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2115 | 2910 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6826 | 9174 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 2184x1968 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 4400 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 118 | 145 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8 | Android 16 / One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1900 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 161.3×76.6×7.4 mm | 158.4×143.2×4.2 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 10MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2184x1968
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25 FE and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads Samsung Galaxy S25 FE by 31.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1400. Samsung Galaxy S25 FE was $1400 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a bit better (91/100 vs 80/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 are nearly equal (79/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (76/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE is a bit better (50/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE is a bit better (71/100 vs 66/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 edges out the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads on camera score (76/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads on performance (91/100 vs 80/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a better fit for gamers and power users.