Samsung Galaxy S25 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4

Compare Samsung Galaxy S25 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm), 50MP vs…

Samsung

Galaxy Z Fold 4

$1,799

5categories won

8 categories tied · 22 scored in total · add a third phone

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 proves superior overall against the Samsung Galaxy S25, outperforming on battery endurance and daily usability. In camera testing, the two devices offer similar flexibility, while battery endurance leans towards the Galaxy Z Fold 4. Choose the Galaxy Z Fold 4 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Galaxy S25 if its lower retail price better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryGalaxy Z Fold 4

Galaxy Z Fold 4 takes battery honors offering 4,400 mAh alongside 25W charging.

🎮 GamingGalaxy Z Fold 4

Galaxy Z Fold 4 provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm) and 12GB RAM.

📸 CameraTie

Both camera setups are closely matched for daily street photography and low-light shooting.

🏷️ ValueGalaxy S25

Galaxy S25 provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $799 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 S25 vs Galaxy Z Fold 4: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S25, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4
Specification	Galaxy S25	Galaxy Z Fold 4
Screen size	6.2"	7.6"
Resolution	1080 x 2340	1812 x 2176Winner
Pixel density	416 ppiWinner	373 ppi
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Peak brightness	2600 nitsWinner	1200 nits

Performance

Performance comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S25, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4
Specification	Galaxy S25	Galaxy Z Fold 4
Chipset	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm)
Process node	3 nmWinner	4 nm
AnTuTu score	2,680,000	3,200,000Winner
Geekbench multi	9650	10800Winner
Maximum RAM	12 GB	12 GB
Maximum storage	512GB	1TBWinner

Camera

Camera comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S25, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4
Specification	Galaxy S25	Galaxy Z Fold 4
Main sensor	50 MP	50 MP
Rear cameras	3	3
Optical zoom	3x	3x
Ultrawide	12 MP	12 MP
Selfie camera	12 MPWinner	4 MP
Max video	8K at 30fps, 4K at 60fps	8K at 24fps

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S25, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4
Specification	Galaxy S25	Galaxy Z Fold 4
Capacity	4,000 mAh	4,400 mAhWinner
Wired charging	25 W	25 W
Wireless charging	15 W	15 W

Design

Design comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S25, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4
Specification	Galaxy S25	Galaxy Z Fold 4
Weight	162 gWinner	263 g
Thickness	7.2 mmWinner	14.2 mm
Water resistance	IP68	IPX8
Build	Enhanced Armor Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front & back	Armor Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus+ front and back, Ultra Thin Glass inner screen

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S25, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4
Specification	Galaxy S25	Galaxy Z Fold 4
Operating system	Android 15	Android 12L, upgradable to Android 15 (One UI 7)
OS updates	7 yearsWinner	4 years
Security updates	7 yearsWinner	4 years

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S25, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4
Specification	Galaxy S25	Galaxy Z Fold 4
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth)
Storage expansion	None	None
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$799Winner	$1,799