Quick Verdict
- Choose Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra if battery life and all-day usage matter most.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra if you want the best value for your money.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
Performance
93.9
100.0 ★
Camera
100.0
100.0
Battery
88.0 ★
66.0
Gaming
94.3
98.5 ★
Overall
93.7 ★
93.1
Value for Money
Best Value ★
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Scores are out of 100. Value for Money = overall score per rupee spent.
Performance Winner
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
100.0/100
Battery Winner
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
88.0/100
Gaming Winner
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
98.5/100
Overall Winner
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
93.7/100
Best Value
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
📷 Camera
Tie
🔋 Battery
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
💰 Value
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.80"
8.00"
Display Type
Dynamic AMOLED 2X Capacitive Touchscreen, Multitouch
Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X Capacitive Touchscreen
Resolution
1440x3088
1968x2184
Refresh Rate
120 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
Qualcomm SM8750-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
GPU
Adreno 740
Adreno 830 (1200 MHz)
RAM
12 GB
16 GB
Storage
512 GB
512 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
Quad Camera: 200 MP, f/1.8, 23mm (wide), 1/1.3", PDAF, Laser AF, OIS 10 MP, f/4.9, 230mm (periscope telephoto), 1/3.52", 1.12µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS, 10x optical zoom + 10 MP, f/2.4, 70mm (telephoto), 1/3.52", dual pixel PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom + 12 M
Triple Camera: 200 MP, f/1.7, 24mm (wide), 1/1.3", multi-directional PDAF, OIS + 10 MP, f/2.4, 67mm (telephoto), PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom + 12 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide), dual pixel PDAF, LED Flash
Selfie Camera
12 MP
10 MP, f/2.2, 18mm (ultrawide), Cover camera: 10 MP, f/2.2, 24mm (wide), HDR, Video (4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS)
Video Recording
8K@24/30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 720p@960fps, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS
8K@30fps, 4K@60fps, 1080p@60/120/240fps (gyro-EIS
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
5000 mAh
4400 mAh
Charging
Fast battery 45W wired, PD3.0 15W wireless (Qi/PMA), 4.5W reverse wireless
25W wired, QC2.0, 50% in 30 min, 15W wireless, 4.5W reverse wireless
📶 Network & Connectivity
5G
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Dire
Bluetooth
5.3 with A2DP, LE
5.4 with A2DP, LE, a
NFC
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 3.2, OTG
USB Type-C 3.2, OTG
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Dual Sim, eSIM (Nano-SIM), (2 Nano-SIMs and eSIM, dual stand-by)
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + multiple eSIM (max 2 at a time)
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
163.4 x 78.1 x 8.9 mm
Unfolded: (158.4 x 143.2 x 4.2 mm) Folded: (158.4 x 72.8 x 8.9 mm)
Weight
233g
215g
Build Material
Corning Gorilla Glass Victus
Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus Ceramic 2) (folded), plastic front (unfolded), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame
Colors
Green, Phantom Black, Lavender, Cream, Lime, Sky Blue, Graphite, Red,
Blue Shadow, Silver Shadow, Jet Black, Mint
💻 Software
Operating System
Android 13, up to 4 major OS updates, One UI 8.5
Android 16, up to 7 major OS updates, One UI 8
Our Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is the overall winner in this comparison, scoring 93.7/100 overall. It excels in Performance, Gaming. Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra puts up a strong fight and wins in Battery. However, Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra offers better value for money.
Pros & Cons Comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Excellent camera system
- All-day battery life
- Great for gaming
- 120Hz smooth display
Cons
- Premium pricing
- Heavy (233g)
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Excellent camera system
- Great for gaming
- 120Hz smooth display
- 5G connectivity
Cons
- Below-average battery
- Premium pricing
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is the overall winner with a score of 93.7/100, winning in 2 out of 4 categories.
Which has a better camera, Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
Both phones have identical camera scores.
Which has better battery life?
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra has better battery with a score of 88.0/100.
Which is better for gaming?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is better for gaming with a score of 98.5/100.
Which offers better value for money?
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra offers better value at PKR 389,999 with a value score of 1.1.
What is the price difference between Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra costs PKR 389,999 while Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 costs PKR 608,999. The price difference is PKR 219,000.
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