Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 vs Xiaomi 15
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1999 and $635. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 leads — 82/100 vs 75/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 has the bigger battery (5240 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 2,914,100); per DXOMark lab testing, the Xiaomi 15 has the stronger camera (147 vs 145); the Xiaomi 15 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
Xiaomi 15
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3065623 vs 2914100
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9174 vs 9147
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Better portability (66/100 vs 60/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3092 vs 2910
- Bigger battery: 5240 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Lighter: 191g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $635 vs $1999
- Better camera (78/100 vs 76/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 78/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 vs the Xiaomi 15, the Xiaomi 15 scores 7 points higher (82/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 leads (77/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 — 58/100, Xiaomi 15 — 78/100; 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, both devices are on the same level — 91/100. In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 is a bit better (85/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 are nearly equal (78/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (77/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a bit better (66/100 vs 60/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 | Xiaomi 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3065623 | 2914100 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2910 | 3092 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9174 | 9147 | |
| Display | 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2184x1968 | 2670x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 5240 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 145 | 147 | |
| 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 | 12GB / 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 | 152.3×71.2×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $1999 | $635 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- 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
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2670x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 15
- 5240 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:20 hrs, total 31:54 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 and Xiaomi 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads Xiaomi 15 by 5.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1364. Xiaomi 15 was $1364 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 91/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 is a bit better (85/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 are nearly equal (78/100 vs 76/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (77/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a bit better (66/100 vs 60/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 or the Xiaomi 15?
The Xiaomi 15 edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 and the Xiaomi 15?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Xiaomi 15 — 82/100.
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 over the Xiaomi 15?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.