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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 (SM-F926W 256GB) vs Samsung Galaxy S7 (SM-G930K)

Side by side comparison between Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 vs Samsung Galaxy S7 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Samsung Galaxy S7 X Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 (SM-F926W 256GB) 26Points
7.6"
AMOLED

1768x2208

12.2
MP

10mp

12GB
RAM

Octa-core

4400
mAh

(Non removable)

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10Points Samsung Galaxy S7 (SM-G930K) Compare Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 X
5.1"
AMOLED

1440x2560

12.2
MP

5mp

4GB
RAM

Octa-core

3000
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 (SM-F926W 256GB)

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

Galaxy Z Fold 3 (SM-F926W 256GB)} 26 Advantages Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 (SM-F926W 256GB) vs Galaxy S7 (SM-G930K)} 10 Advantages Samsung Galaxy S7 (SM-G930K)
+2.84GHz 64bit Octa-core (5nm)41%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
vs2.3GHz 64bit Octa-core (14nm)
+12GB LPDDR52 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
vs4GB LPDDR4
+256GB (220GB available)9 times
More internal storage for applications and files
vs32GB (22GB available)
+UFS 3.1Advantage
Fastest write and read storage.
vsUFS 2.0
+6.4 millimeters (0.25 inches)23%
Thinner
vs7.9 millimeters (0.31 inches)
+HDR10+Advantage
The HDR10+ display provides vibrant colors and more details
vsNot supported
+120Hz100%
The display reproduces more frames per second because the frequency (Hertz) is higher, improves fluidity and tires your eyes less.
vs60Hz
+1768x2208 pixels6%
Higher resolution screen
vs1440x2560 pixels
+7.6"49%
Larger screen
vs5.1"
+(triple camera) 12.2MP + 12MP + 12MP197%
Higher resolution main camera
vs(back) 12.2MP
+Digital and optical zoomAdvantage
The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures
vsOnly digital zoom
+1/1.76" inches45%
The larger sensor camera lets you take photos with better depth.
vs1/2.55" inches
+(front) 10MP99%
Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
vs(front) 5MP
+(front) 4K UHD (3840x2160)125%
More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera
vs(front) 2K UHD (2560x1440)
+Android 14Advantage
Android 14 is newer and safer
vsAndroid 8.0 Oreo
+5G Sub6Advantage
The 5G Sub6 network is newer and faster
vs4G LTE-A
+(5G Sub6) 3000 Mbps6 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
vs(4G LTE-A) 450 Mbps
+Face unlockAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+UWB (Ultra Wideband)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+4400 mAh47%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
vs3000 mAh
+25W67%
More power (watts) to charge the battery faster. Sometimes, the charger that comes with the device doesn't have the same power supported by the device. Check before you buy it.
vs15W
+1 slot (Single-SIM) + e-SIM (Eletronic)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
vs1 slot (Single-SIM)
(dedicated slot)
+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6E/6]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6E/6] is newer and faster
vs802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]
+5.2 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.2 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
vs4.2 + A2DP
+USB 3.2 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoAdvantage
Newer and faster USB version for transferring photos, mp3 or data.
vsMicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
+Type-CAdvantage
Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
vsMicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
Not supportedvs+Until 256GB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage
More external storage for files using memory cards
271 grams (9.49 ounces)vs+152 grams (5.32 ounces)78%
Lighter
372 PPIvs+576 PPI55%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
f/1.8 (aperture)vs+f/1.7 (aperture)6%
Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
Not supportedvs+ANT+Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+Heart rateAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+SpO2Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
Type-C reversible connectorvs+3.5mm jackAdvantage
Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores
Not supportedvs+Digital TVAdvantage
Watch your favorite TV shows anywhere
Not supportedvs+Gorilla Glass 4Advantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys

24 Common items in both devices
Aluminum frame, flexible plastic screen, glass back / Aluminum frame, glass front/back
Dynamic AMOLED / Super AMOLED
16 million
LED flash
PDAF: phase detection autofocus
OIS: Optical stabilization
HDR photo/video on both cameras
+17 specs and more in the table below

Check the comparison table below for more items that are not evaluated in comparison score above.

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📱 Model features

Galaxy Z Fold 3 (SM-F926W 256GB)Galaxy S7 (SM-G930K)
ModelGalaxy Z Fold 3 (SM-F926W 256GB)Galaxy S7 (SM-G930K)
Other model namesGalaxy Fold3 5G (SM-F926W)KT Galaxy S7 G930K (Korea Telecom), Samsung Hero
Country or region availableCanada
Canada
South Korea
South Korea
BrandSamsungSamsung
Release date8/27/2021, Announced: 8/11/20213/11/2016, Announced: 2/21/2016
Depth6.4 millimeters (0.25 inches)7.9 millimeters (0.31 inches)
Size (width x height)128.1 x 158.2 millimeters (5.04 x 6.23 in)69.6 x 142.4 millimeters (2.74 x 5.61 in)
Weight271 grams (9.49 ounces)152 grams (5.32 ounces)
Build, materialsAluminum frame, flexible plastic screen, glass back
Back: Gorilla Glass Victus
Aluminum frame, glass front/back
Protection against water and othersIPX8 certified: water resistant up to 1.5 meters and 30minIP68 certified: water-resistant up to 1.5 meters for 30min and dust-resistant

📲 Display

Galaxy Z Fold 3 (SM-F926W 256GB)Galaxy S7 (SM-G930K)
Display typeDynamic AMOLEDSuper AMOLED
Screen size7.6" inches5.1" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~89.7% (screen-to-body ratio)~72.3% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution1768x2208 pixels1440x2560 pixels (16:9)
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch 10-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)372 PPI576 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedGorilla Glass 4
Refresh rate120Hz60Hz
Display features1200nits[peak]
HDR10+
Always-On Display
Extra display: Dynamic AMOLED 2X 6.2" (832x2268), 120Hz, Gorilla Glass Victus
Not supported

🤖 Operating System

Galaxy Z Fold 3 (SM-F926W 256GB)Galaxy S7 (SM-G930K)
System versionAndroid 11Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Firmware updateAndroid 14Android 8.0 Oreo
User InterfaceOne UI 3.1 / 4.1 / 5.1 / 6.0feature not registered

⚙️ Processor

Galaxy Z Fold 3 (SM-F926W 256GB)Galaxy S7 (SM-G930K)
Chipset64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 (SM8350) (5nm)64bit: Samsung Exynos 8890 (14nm)
CPUOcta-core, 3 processors:
1x 2.84GHz Kryo 680 (Single-core)
3x 2.42GHz Kryo 680 (Triple-core)
4x 1.8GHz Kryo 680 (Quad-core)
Octa-core, 2 processors:
4x 2.3GHz M1 Mongoose (Quad-core)
4x 1.6GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controllerQualcomm Adreno 660 (840MHz)ARM Mali-T880 MP12 (650MHz)
Performance (benchmark)AnTuTu: 635918 (v8), 752218 (v9)
Geekbench: 3239 (v5.1)
GFXBench: 38fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
AnTuTu: 80582 (v5), 175184 (v8)

💽 Memory and storage

Galaxy Z Fold 3 (SM-F926W 256GB)Galaxy S7 (SM-G930K)
RAM memory12GB LPDDR54GB LPDDR4
Internal storage256GB (220GB available)
UFS 3.1
32GB (22GB available)
UFS 2.0
External storageNot supportedUntil 256GB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)

📶 Mobile networks

Galaxy Z Fold 3 (SM-F926W 256GB)Galaxy S7 (SM-G930K)
Dual-SIMDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim cardNot supported
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF) + e-SIM
1 slot (Single-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload3000/1024 Mbps450/50 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G, 5G2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Tri-Band 900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkUMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100TD-SCDMA 1900/2000
UMTS 850/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat20 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20, 25, 29, 30, 66, 71)
TD-LTE (38, 39, 40, 41, 46)
VoLTE
LTE Cat9 (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28)
TD-LTE (Bands 38, 39, 40, 41)
Primary 5G networkSA/NSA/Sub6 (2, 41, 66, 71)Not supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6GPRS, EDGE, TD-SCDMA, UMTS, TD-HSDPA, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A
Secondary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900Not supported
Secondary 3G networkUMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100Not supported
Secondary 4G networkLTE Cat20 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20, 25, 29, 30, 66, 71)
TD-LTE (38, 39, 40, 41, 46)
VoLTE
Not supported
Secondary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6Not supported

📷 Camera

Galaxy Z Fold 3 (SM-F926W 256GB)Galaxy S7 (SM-G930K)
Back camera (main camera)(triple camera)
12.2 megapixels
12MP telephoto f/2.452mm1/3.6"1.0µmPDAFOIS2x-optical-zoom
12MP ultrawide f/2.2123°12mm1.12µm
12.2 megapixels
Main camera resolution4032x3024 pixels4032x3024 pixels
Video recording (primary)4K UHD (3840x2160) 60 fps4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps
FlashLED flashLED flash
Focal aperturef/1.8 (aperture)f/1.7 (aperture)
Focal length26mm lens26mm lens
Sensor size1/1.76" inches1/2.55" inches
Pixel size1.8µm pixel1.4µm pixel
AutofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocus
Touch focusSupportedSupported
Image stabilizationOIS: Optical stabilizationOIS: Optical stabilization
ZoomDigital and optical zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorSupportedSupported
HDRHDR photo/video on both camerasHDR photo/video on both cameras
Camera extras4K@30/60fps
1080p@30/60fps
1080p@240fps (slow motion)
720p@960fps (slow motion)
Extra cover camera: 4MP (f/1.8 2.0µm)
feature not registered

📸 Front camera

Galaxy Z Fold 3 (SM-F926W 256GB)Galaxy S7 (SM-G930K)
Front camera (secondary)10 megapixels5 megapixels
Front camera resolution3872x2592 pixels2592x1944 pixels
Video recording (secondary)4K UHD (3840x2160)2K UHD (2560x1440)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturef/2.2 (aperture)f/1.7 (aperture)
Focal length26mm lens22mm lens
Sensor size1/3" inches1/4.1" inches
Pixel size1.22µm pixel1.34µm pixel

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Galaxy Z Fold 3 (SM-F926W 256GB)Galaxy S7 (SM-G930K)
LoudspeakerStereo sound
32-bit/384kHz
Dolby Atmos
Tuned by AKG
Supported
Active noise cancellation2 microphones or more2 microphones or more
RadioNot supportedNot supported
TVNot supportedDigital TV
Video formatsMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKVMP4, H.264, H.263, DivX, XviD, WMV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC

🔌 Connectivity

Galaxy Z Fold 3 (SM-F926W 256GB)Galaxy S7 (SM-G930K)
USBUSB 3.2 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoMicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio outputType-C reversible connector3.5mm jack
TV outputUSB Type-C (reversible)Micro-B USB MHL
Bluetooth5.2 + A2DP/LE4.2 + A2DP
WiFi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6E/6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz, 6GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNASupportedSupported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDouA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDou
NFCSupportedSupported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Galaxy Z Fold 3 (SM-F926W 256GB)Galaxy S7 (SM-G930K)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Barometer
Compass
Face unlock
Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)
Gyroscope
Hall effect
Proximity sensor
UWB (Ultra Wideband)
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
ANT+
Barometer
Compass
Fingerprint sensor (front-mounted)
Gyroscope
Hall effect
Heart rate
Proximity sensor
SpO2
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Galaxy Z Fold 3 (SM-F926W 256GB)Galaxy S7 (SM-G930K)
Battery typeLiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
Battery capacity4400 mAh3000 mAh
Charger, watts25W Wired fast charging
Reverse charging by cable
USB Power Delivery 3.0
15W Wired fast charging
Quick Charge 2
Inductive / wireless charging11W Qi Wireless charging (Qi/WPC)
4.5W Reverse wireless charging
Qi wireless charging (Qi/PMA)
Talk time autonomy34 hours (1.4 days)28 hours (1.2 days)
Standbyfeature not registered288 hours (12 days)

➕ Other features

Galaxy Z Fold 3 (SM-F926W 256GB)Galaxy S7 (SM-G930K)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commandsVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingSupportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, HTML5HTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Phantom Black, Silver, Green
• S Pen (Stylus Pen)
• Samsung DeX
• Samsung Pay
• Colors: Black, White, Gold, Silver
• Corning Gorilla Glass back panel
• Samsung Gear VR compatible
• Fast battery charging: 83% in 30min
• OneDrive 115GB
• Samsung Pay (Visa, MasterCard)

☢️ Radiation rate

Galaxy Z Fold 3 (SM-F926W 256GB)Galaxy S7 (SM-G930K)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)0.52W/kg (head), 0.86W/kg (body)feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
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