Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1299 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 80/100 vs 75/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4400); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,128,552 vs 3,065,623); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has the stronger camera (151 vs 145); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is thinner (4.2mm vs 8.2mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3128552 vs 3065623
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 2910
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 9174
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $1299 vs $1999
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 76/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 78/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 better?
- Lighter: 215g vs 218g
- Better portability (66/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 5 points higher (80/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (56/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 70/100, 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 S25 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (81/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (56/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (66/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3128552 | 3065623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 2910 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9760 | 9174 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 2184x1968 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4400 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 151 | 145 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 16 / One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | 158.4×143.2×4.2 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- 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 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 by 2.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $700. Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra was $700 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (81/100 vs 76/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (56/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (66/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a better fit for gamers and power users.