Quick Verdict
- Choose Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 if you want the better camera for photos and videos.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S26 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 S26
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
Performance
88.7
100.0 ★
Camera
78.0
100.0 ★
Battery
66.0
66.0
Gaming
86.9
98.5 ★
Overall
83.0
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
Camera Winner
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
100.0/100
Gaming Winner
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
98.5/100
Overall Winner
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
93.1/100
Best Value
Samsung Galaxy S26
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
📷 Camera
🏆 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
🔋 Battery
Tie
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
💰 Value
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S26
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.30"
8.00"
Display Type
Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X Capacitive Touchscreen
Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X Capacitive Touchscreen
Resolution
1080x2340
1968x2184
Refresh Rate
120 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Exynos 2600 (2 nm)
Qualcomm SM8750-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
GPU
Xclipse 960
Adreno 830 (1200 MHz)
RAM
12 GB
16 GB
Storage
256 GB
512 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
Triple Camera: 50 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56", dual pixel PDAF, OIS + 10 MP, f/2.4, 67mm (telephoto), 1/3.94", PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom + 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, (ultrawide), 1/2.55", Super Steady video, LED Flash
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, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/3.2", dual pixel PDAF, HDR, HDR10+, Video (4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps)
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@30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS
8K@30fps, 4K@60fps, 1080p@60/120/240fps (gyro-EIS
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
4300 mAh
4400 mAh
Charging
25W wired, PD3.0, 55% in 30 min, 15W wireless (Qi2 Ready), 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/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Dire
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Dire
Bluetooth
5.4 with A2DP, LE
5.4 with A2DP, LE, a
NFC
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 3.2, DisplayPort 1.2, OTG
USB Type-C 3.2, OTG
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + multiple eSIM (max 2 at a time)
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
149.6 x 71.7 x 7.2 mm
Unfolded: (158.4 x 143.2 x 4.2 mm) Folded: (158.4 x 72.8 x 8.9 mm)
Weight
167g
215g
Build Material
Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame
Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus Ceramic 2) (folded), plastic front (unfolded), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame
Colors
Cobalt Violet, Sky Blue, Black, White, Silver Shadow, Pink Gold
Blue Shadow, Silver Shadow, Jet Black, Mint
💻 Software
Operating System
Android 16, up to 7 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 93.1/100 overall. It excels in Performance, Camera, Gaming. Samsung Galaxy S26 puts up a strong fight with a score of 83.0/100. However, Samsung Galaxy S26 offers better value for money.
Pros & Cons Comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
Pros
- Strong performance
- Good camera quality
- Great for gaming
- 120Hz smooth display
- 5G connectivity
Cons
- Below-average battery
- Premium pricing
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 S26 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is the overall winner with a score of 93.1/100, winning in 3 out of 4 categories.
Which has a better camera, Samsung Galaxy S26 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 wins in camera with 100.0/100 vs 78.0/100.
Which has better battery life?
Both phones have similar battery performance.
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 S26 offers better value at PKR 319,999 with a value score of 1.2.
What is the price difference between Samsung Galaxy S26 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
Samsung Galaxy S26 costs PKR 319,999 while Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 costs PKR 608,999. The price difference is PKR 289,000.
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