Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $999 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads — 75/100 vs 70/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has the bigger battery (4900 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 3,065,623); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 215g).
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 3065623
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 9174
- Bigger battery: 4900 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Lighter: 190g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1999
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 66/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 2910 vs 2900
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (76/100 vs 40/100)
- Better value for money (54/100 vs 52/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 scores 5 points higher (75/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads (76/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (54/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 91/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (76/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (54/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 66/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (54/100 vs 52/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3161830 | 3065623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2900 | 2910 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9200 | 9174 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 2184x1968 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 4400 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 145 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 / One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 158.4×143.2×4.2 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $1999 |
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
- 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2184x1968
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26+ and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 by 3.1% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $1000. Samsung Galaxy S26+ was $1000 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 91/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (76/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (54/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 66/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (54/100 vs 52/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 edges out the Samsung Galaxy S26+ by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads on camera score (76/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26+ over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is a better fit for gamers and power users.