Samsung Galaxy S25 VS Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE

The most fundamental design difference between these two devices is that the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE can be folded while the Galaxy S25 cannot. In practice, this means the Z Flip 7 FE — despite being taller (165.1 mm vs 146.9 mm) and having a larger overall volume (81.91 cm³ vs 74.57 cm³) when open — can collapse to roughly half its height for pocketing, a portability advantage the S25 simply cannot match in the same way.

Where the S25 does hold a concrete edge is weight: at 162 g versus 187 g, it is noticeably lighter in the hand — a 25 g difference that becomes perceptible during extended one-handed use or long calls. The S25 is also marginally thicker when unfolded (7.2 mm vs 6.9 mm), though this gap is negligible in daily use. On water resistance, both are rated Waterproof, but the S25 carries a full IP68 certification while the Z Flip 7 FE is rated IPX8 — meaning the Flip has no official dust-ingress protection, which could matter in sandy or dusty environments.

Overall, neither phone has a clean sweep in this category: the Galaxy S25 has the edge in raw handling comfort (lighter, dust-resistant) and everyday pocketability as a flat slab, while the Z Flip 7 FE wins on folding convenience and a slimmer unfolded profile. The right choice depends on whether the user values a compact flip form factor over a lighter, fully sealed build.

Both phones share the same OLED/AMOLED panel technology, 120Hz refresh rate, and a peak brightness of 2600 nits — meaning outdoor visibility and scroll smoothness are effectively identical on paper. The real screen story is size: the Z Flip 7 FE unfolds to a 6.7″ display versus the S25's 6.2″, and while the pixel density difference is minimal (426 ppi vs 416 ppi), both are sharp enough that individual pixels are indistinguishable at normal viewing distances. The larger canvas of the Flip gives it a practical edge for media consumption and multitasking when fully open.

Two diverging specs shift the balance in opposite directions. The Galaxy S25 features branded damage-resistant glass on its display — a meaningful durability advantage that the Z Flip 7 FE lacks, likely a trade-off of the folding mechanism's design constraints. Drops and daily scratches are a more realistic concern on the Flip's unprotected inner screen. On the flip side (literally), the Z Flip 7 FE includes a secondary screen on its outer cover, allowing glanceable notifications, quick replies, and camera control without ever unfolding the device — a convenience the S25 cannot offer at all.

On balance, the Z Flip 7 FE has the display edge for feature richness, offering a larger main screen and a secondary cover display. However, users who prioritize long-term screen durability should note that the Galaxy S25 is the only one here with damage-resistant glass — a practical consideration that could matter significantly over the lifespan of the device.

The chipset gap here is substantial and consequential. The Galaxy S25 runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite built on a 3 nm process, while the Z Flip 7 FE uses the Samsung Exynos 2400 on a 4 nm node. That single generation of process technology, combined with Qualcomm's architectural advantages, translates directly into benchmark results: the S25 scores 10,050 in Geekbench 6 multi-core versus 7,000 for the Flip — a roughly 43% lead. Single-core performance tells the same story (3,175 vs 2,198), meaning the S25 is faster not just at parallelized workloads but at the everyday, single-threaded tasks that determine perceived snappiness.

Memory and storage compound this advantage further. The S25 pairs its chip with 12 GB of RAM at 5,300 MHz and offers up to 512 GB of internal storage, versus 8 GB at 4,200 MHz and 256 GB on the Flip. More RAM at higher speeds means the S25 can keep more apps alive in the background and handle memory-intensive tasks — like AI processing or video editing — with less throttling. The S25 also delivers significantly higher memory bandwidth (85.1 GB/s vs 64 GB/s), which accelerates GPU-bound workloads like gaming and computational photography. The Flip's lower 6W TDP versus the S25's 8.2W suggests it runs cooler under load, but that efficiency comes at the direct cost of peak performance.

The Galaxy S25 holds a clear and decisive performance advantage across every measurable dimension in this category — faster CPU, faster GPU, more RAM, quicker memory, and greater storage. For users who game heavily, multitask aggressively, or plan to keep their device for several years, this gap is meaningful. The Z Flip 7 FE is no slouch for everyday use, but the S25 is in a different performance tier entirely.

The Samsung Galaxy S25 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE both feature multi-lens main cameras, but with slightly different configurations. The S25 has a triple-lens main camera with 50 MP, 12 MP, and 10 MP lenses, while the Z Flip 7 FE has a dual-lens setup with 50 MP and 12 MP lenses. Both phones have wide apertures, but the S25's main camera has apertures of f/1.8, f/2.2, and f/2.4, while the Z Flip 7 FE has f/2.2 and f/1.8.

Both devices support a wide range of camera features, including phase-detection autofocus, continuous autofocus during video recording, manual exposure, and the ability to shoot raw images. They also support slow-motion video recording, HDR mode, timelapse, and in-camera panoramas. However, the S25 offers a higher video recording resolution for its main camera, at 4320 x 30 fps, compared to the Z Flip 7 FE’s 2160 x 60 fps. The Z Flip 7 FE also has a single LED flash with one LED, whereas the S25 has a dual-tone LED flash with two LEDs.

For front cameras, the S25 has a 12 MP sensor with a wide aperture of f/2.2, while the Z Flip 7 FE has a 10 MP front camera with the same f/2.2 aperture. Both phones feature a front camera with manual focus, touch autofocus, and the ability to shoot raw images, but the S25 does not include a front-facing LED flash, while the Z Flip 7 FE does not either. The S25 lacks a dual-lens front camera, which is also true for the Z Flip 7 FE.

Both the Samsung Galaxy S25 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE run Android 15 and share a number of similar software features, including clipboard warnings, location privacy options, camera/microphone privacy options, theme customization, and the ability to block app tracking. Both devices also support on-device machine learning, notification permissions, media pickers, and the ability to play games while they download. Additionally, both phones have dark mode, battery health checks, and extra dim mode.

While the software experience is largely identical across both devices, there are a few differences. The S25 supports PiP (Picture-in-Picture) and can be used as a PC, while the Z Flip 7 FE lacks the latter feature. Both devices offer customizable notifications, Live Text, full-page screenshots, split-screen support, and widgets. However, neither device supports Quick Start.

Other common features include offline voice recognition, voice commands, tracking the current position of the device, and being a multi-user system. Neither device supports Wi-Fi password sharing or focus modes, and both phones lack Mail Privacy Protection and cross-site tracking blocking. Overall, the operating system experience is very similar on both devices, with the key distinction being the ability to use the S25 as a PC.

Both the Samsung Galaxy S25 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE are equipped with a 4000 mAh battery, providing similar battery power. They both support wireless charging at a speed of 15W and fast charging at 25W, ensuring quick power replenishment. Additionally, both devices feature reverse wireless charging at 4.5W, allowing them to charge other devices wirelessly.

Neither phone has a removable battery, but both include a battery level indicator and have a rechargeable battery. The charging speeds for both phones are identical, with no differences in their charging or wireless charging capabilities. The overall battery experience is the same across both models.

There are no other significant differences in the battery specifications between the two devices, and both share the same core features such as wireless charging, reverse wireless charging, and fast charging support.

Both the Samsung Galaxy S25 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE do not include a 3.5 mm audio jack, meaning users will need to rely on wireless or USB-C audio options. Both devices are equipped with stereo speakers, providing a more immersive audio experience. However, the S25 supports aptX, which is a codec designed for higher-quality wireless audio, while the Z Flip 7 FE does not support aptX.

Neither phone features a radio, so users will need to use streaming services or other alternatives for radio listening. The audio experience on both phones is similar in terms of speaker quality, but the S25's support for aptX gives it an edge in terms of high-quality wireless audio playback.

Overall, the two phones are quite similar in terms of audio features, with the key difference being the S25's aptX support, which the Z Flip 7 FE lacks.

Both the Samsung Galaxy S25 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE support 5G, ensuring fast mobile data speeds. They also feature Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), and Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), providing a range of Wi-Fi connectivity options. The S25 has a slightly higher download speed of 10000 Mbits/s compared to the Z Flip 7 FE's 9640 Mbits/s, and the S25 also offers a faster upload speed of 3500 Mbits/s versus the Z Flip 7 FE's 2550 Mbits/s.

In terms of SIM card support, the S25 can accommodate two physical SIM cards and two eSIMs, while the Z Flip 7 FE supports one physical SIM card and one eSIM. Both devices have Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, USB Type-C (though the S25 has USB 3.2, while the Z Flip 7 FE has USB 2.0), and a fingerprint scanner for security. The S25 supports ANT+, while the Z Flip 7 FE does not.

Both phones come equipped with essential sensors like a gyroscope, accelerometer, barometer, GPS, and a compass, as well as support for Galileo positioning. They do not include features like motion tracking, optical tracking, a built-in projector, or 3D facial recognition. Both models are also missing an infrared sensor and an iris scanner. While neither device includes an external memory slot or stylus, both have the same core connectivity features, with only small differences in download/upload speeds, USB versions, and ANT+ support.

Both the Samsung Galaxy S25 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE come with a video light, allowing for better illumination when recording videos in low-light conditions. Neither phone features a sapphire glass display, and neither has an e-paper display.

There are no differences between the two devices in this miscellaneous category. Both phones share the same features regarding video lighting and display types.

In summary, the Samsung Galaxy S25 and Z Flip 7 FE are identical in terms of these specific miscellaneous features.