Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, 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 S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 75/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4400); the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,463,142 vs 3,065,623); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has the stronger camera (157 vs 145); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is thinner (4.2mm vs 7.9mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 3065623
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 2910
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 9174
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 60W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Lighter: 214g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $1299 vs $1999
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 76/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 78/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 better?
- Better portability (66/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 9 points higher (84/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (61/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 78/100, 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 S26 Ultra is a bit better (96/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (86/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (61/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (66/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3463142 | 3065623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 2910 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 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 | 60W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | 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 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 / One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | 158.4×143.2×4.2 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 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 S26 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 S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 by 13.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $700. Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra was $700 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (96/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (86/100 vs 76/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (61/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (66/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 76/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a better fit for gamers and power users.