Apple iPhone SE (2022) vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 9

Compare Apple iPhone SE (2022) vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 9 side by side: Apple A15 Bionic (4-core GPU) vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 for Galaxy, 12MP vs…

Apple

Galaxy Z Fold 9

$1,999

16categories won

2 categories tied · 20 scored in total · add a third phone

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 9 takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 9 proves superior overall against the Apple iPhone SE (2022), outperforming on gaming and photography. In camera testing, the Galaxy Z Fold 9 leads with superior optics, while battery endurance leans towards the Galaxy Z Fold 9. Choose the Galaxy Z Fold 9 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the iPhone SE (2022) if its lower retail price better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryGalaxy Z Fold 9

Galaxy Z Fold 9 takes battery honors offering 5,000 mAh alongside 65W charging.

🎮 GamingGalaxy Z Fold 9

Galaxy Z Fold 9 provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 for Galaxy and 24GB RAM.

📸 CameraGalaxy Z Fold 9

Galaxy Z Fold 9 takes photography with 200MP optics and 5x optical telephoto capabilities.

🏷️ ValueiPhone SE (2022)

iPhone SE (2022) provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $429 vs $1999.

Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.

iPhone SE (2022) vs Galaxy Z Fold 9: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Apple iPhone SE (2022), Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 9
Specification	iPhone SE (2022)	Galaxy Z Fold 9
Screen size	4.7"	7.9"
Resolution	750 x 1334	2160 x 1856Winner
Pixel density	326 ppi	360 ppiWinner
Refresh rate	60 Hz	120 HzWinner
Peak brightness	625 nits	3200 nitsWinner

Performance

Performance comparison between the Apple iPhone SE (2022), Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 9
Specification	iPhone SE (2022)	Galaxy Z Fold 9
Chipset	Apple A15 Bionic (4-core GPU)	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 for Galaxy
Process node	5 nm	2 nmWinner
AnTuTu score	3,200,000	3,200,000
Geekbench multi	10800	10800
Maximum RAM	4 GB	24 GBWinner
Maximum storage	256GB	2TBWinner

Camera

Camera comparison between the Apple iPhone SE (2022), Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 9
Specification	iPhone SE (2022)	Galaxy Z Fold 9
Main sensor	12 MP	200 MPWinner
Rear cameras	1	3Winner
Optical zoom	—	5x
Ultrawide	—	50 MP
Selfie camera	7 MP	16 MPWinner
Max video	4K at 60fps	8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Apple iPhone SE (2022), Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 9
Specification	iPhone SE (2022)	Galaxy Z Fold 9
Capacity	2,018 mAh	5,000 mAhWinner
Wired charging	20 W	65 WWinner
Wireless charging	7.5 W	25 WWinner

Design

Design comparison between the Apple iPhone SE (2022), Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 9
Specification	iPhone SE (2022)	Galaxy Z Fold 9
Weight	144 gWinner	215 g
Thickness	7.3 mm	4.9 mmWinner
Water resistance	IP67	IP68
Build	Glass front, glass back, aluminum frame	Grade 5 Titanium frame, Ceramic Glass front and back

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Apple iPhone SE (2022), Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 9
Specification	iPhone SE (2022)	Galaxy Z Fold 9
Operating system	iOS 15.4, upgradable to iOS 18	Android 17
OS updates	6 years	7 yearsWinner
Security updates	6 years	7 yearsWinner

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Apple iPhone SE (2022), Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 9
Specification	iPhone SE (2022)	Galaxy Z Fold 9
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth)	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth)
Storage expansion	None	None
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$429Winner	$1,999