Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1999 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 75/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is faster in AnTuTu (3,065,623 vs 3,030,376); per DXOMark lab testing, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the stronger camera (159 vs 145); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is thinner (4.2mm vs 9.4mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3065623 vs 3030376
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 215g vs 225g
- Better portability (66/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 Ultra better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 2910
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 9174
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1999
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 76/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 78/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 10 points higher (85/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 — 58/100, Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 80/100; 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 Xiaomi 15 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (87/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (80/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (66/100 vs 29/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3065623 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2910 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9174 | 10200 | |
| Display | 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2184x1968 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 145 | 159 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×143.2×4.2 mm | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $1999 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2184x1968
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:19 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads Xiaomi 15 Ultra by 1.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1000. Xiaomi 15 Ultra was $1000 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (87/100 vs 76/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (80/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (66/100 vs 29/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.