Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs ZTE Blade V50

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (2025) is priced at $1999, the ZTE Blade V50 (2023) at $351. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads — 61/100 vs 32/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Blade V50 has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the ZTE Blade V50 is noticeably lighter (178g vs 215g).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 by 29 points (61/100 vs 32/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
Performance 67
Display 100
Camera 76
Battery 25
Design 31
Value for money 0
ZTE Blade V50
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 35
Design 77
Value for money 86
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 better?
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP

  • Higher performance (67/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (76/100 vs 27/100)
What makes ZTE Blade V50 better?
  • Bigger battery: 4800 vs 4400 mAh
  • Faster charging: 33W vs 25W
  • Lighter: 178g vs 215g
  • Cheaper: $351 vs $1999

  • Longer battery life (35/100 vs 25/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs the ZTE Blade V50, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 scores 29 points higher (61/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads (67/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads (76/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Blade V50 leads (35/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade V50 leads (86/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 (67/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 (76/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Blade V50 is a bit better (35/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE Blade V50 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (77/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade V50 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (86/100 vs 0/100).

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is a better fit for active users.
ZTE Blade V50: The ZTE Blade V50 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 ZTE Blade V50
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 3065623
Geekbench Single 2910
Geekbench Multi 9174
Display 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2184x1968 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4400 mAh 4800 mAh
Charging 25W 33W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 145
Main camera 200 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 10 MP 0 MP
Front camera 10 MP 16 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 6GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8 Android 13
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP48
Dimensions 158.4×143.2×4.2 mm 161.9×72.8×8.0 mm
Weight 215 g 178 g
Price $1999 $351
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 10MP
76
camera
ZTE Blade V50
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
  • 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 2184x1968
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
ZTE Blade V50
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
  • 4400 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
25
battery
ZTE Blade V50
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
35
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
$1999
ZTE Blade V50
$351

Price difference: $1648. ZTE Blade V50 is cheaper by $1648.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 (67/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 (76/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE Blade V50 is a bit better (35/100 vs 25/100).

design

In the "design" category, the ZTE Blade V50 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (77/100 vs 31/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade V50 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (86/100 vs 0/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 or the ZTE Blade V50?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 by 29 points (61/100 vs 32/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and the ZTE Blade V50?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the ZTE Blade V50 — 32/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 or the ZTE Blade V50?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads on camera score (76/100 vs 27/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 or the ZTE Blade V50?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads on performance (67/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 over the ZTE Blade V50?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Blade V50 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.