Samsung Galaxy A35 5G vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7

Compare Samsung Galaxy A35 5G vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 side by side: Samsung Exynos 1380 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy, 50MP vs 50MP camera…

Samsung

Galaxy Z Fold 7

$1,799

14categories won

3 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 proves superior overall against the Samsung Galaxy A35 5G, outperforming on battery endurance and daily usability. In camera testing, the Galaxy A35 5G leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the Galaxy Z Fold 7. Choose the Galaxy Z Fold 7 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Galaxy A35 5G if its lower retail price better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryGalaxy Z Fold 7

Galaxy Z Fold 7 takes battery honors offering 4,600 mAh alongside 45W charging.

🎮 GamingGalaxy Z Fold 7

Galaxy Z Fold 7 provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy and 16GB RAM.

📸 CameraGalaxy A35 5G

Galaxy A35 5G wins photography with 50MP main imaging.

🏷️ ValueGalaxy A35 5G

Galaxy A35 5G provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $399 vs $1799.

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.

Galaxy A35 5G vs Galaxy Z Fold 7: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Samsung Galaxy A35 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
Specification	Galaxy A35 5G	Galaxy Z Fold 7
Screen size	6.6"	7.6"
Resolution	1080 x 2340	1856 x 2160Winner
Pixel density	390 ppiWinner	375 ppi
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Peak brightness	1000 nits	2800 nitsWinner

Performance

Performance comparison between the Samsung Galaxy A35 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
Specification	Galaxy A35 5G	Galaxy Z Fold 7
Chipset	Samsung Exynos 1380	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy
Process node	5 nm	3 nmWinner
AnTuTu score	595,000	2,400,000Winner
Geekbench multi	2910	8900Winner
Maximum RAM	8 GB	16 GBWinner
Maximum storage	256GB	1TBWinner

Camera

Camera comparison between the Samsung Galaxy A35 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
Specification	Galaxy A35 5G	Galaxy Z Fold 7
Main sensor	50 MP	50 MP
Rear cameras	3	3
Ultrawide	8 MP	12 MPWinner
Selfie camera	13 MP	16 MPWinner
Max video	4K at 30fps	8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Samsung Galaxy A35 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
Specification	Galaxy A35 5G	Galaxy Z Fold 7
Capacity	5,000 mAhWinner	4,600 mAh
Wired charging	25 W	45 WWinner
Wireless charging	No	15 WWinner

Design

Design comparison between the Samsung Galaxy A35 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
Specification	Galaxy A35 5G	Galaxy Z Fold 7
Weight	209 gWinner	228 g
Thickness	8.2 mm	5.6 mmWinner
Water resistance	IP67	IP48
Build	Plastic frame, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ front, glass back	Enhanced Armor Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 outer, carbon-fiber inner plate

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Samsung Galaxy A35 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
Specification	Galaxy A35 5G	Galaxy Z Fold 7
Operating system	Android 14	Android 15
OS updates	4 years	7 yearsWinner
Security updates	5 years	7 yearsWinner

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Samsung Galaxy A35 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
Specification	Galaxy A35 5G	Galaxy Z Fold 7
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth)
Storage expansion	microSD	None
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$399Winner	$1,799