Google Pixel 7 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7
The Verdict
The Google Pixel 7 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 sit in the same category and end up appealing to slightly different buyers. The Google Pixel 7 is the cheaper of the two at $599 versus $1,100, a difference of about $501. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 is the newer release, which usually means a faster chipset and longer software support. Google Pixel 7 stands out for clean android experience with guaranteed updates, while Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 is praised for compact flip form factor. Use the side-by-side spec table below to compare cameras, displays, battery life and connectivity in detail and decide which one fits your priorities.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Google Pixel 7 if…
- →Clean Android experience with guaranteed updates
- →Excellent main camera with Tensor G2 processing
- →Compact flagship form factor
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 if…
- →Compact flip form factor
- →Large 3.9-inch cover display
- →Snapdragon 8 Elite
Pros & Cons
Google Pixel 7
Pros
- Clean Android experience with guaranteed updates
- Excellent main camera with Tensor G2 processing
- Compact flagship form factor
- IP68 water resistance
- Competitively priced for a flagship
Cons
- No telephoto lens
- 90Hz is not adaptive (always-on)
- Only 8 GB RAM
- Slow 20W wired charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7
Pros
- Compact flip form factor
- Large 3.9-inch cover display
- Snapdragon 8 Elite
- IPX8 water resistance
Cons
- No telephoto camera
- 25W charging is slow
- Still visible crease on inner display
Full Specifications
| Spec | Google Pixel 7 | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 13 | Android 15, One UI 7 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 197 g | 187 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus | Armor Aluminum frame |
| IP rating | IP68 | IPX8 |
| Dimensions | 155.6 x 73.2 x 8.7 mm | 85 x 72 x 14.6 mm (folded) |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.85, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS |
| Front camera | 10.8 MP, f/2.2 | 10 MP, f/2.2 |
| Video | 4K@60fps | 4K@60fps |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP, f/2.2, 114-degree | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 12 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB | 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 4355 mAh | 4000 mAh |
| Charging | 20W wired | 25W wired |
| Wireless charging | 20W (Pixel Stand 2nd gen) | 15W wireless |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.3 inches | 6.7 inches (inner), 3.9 inches (cover) |
| Type | OLED | Dynamic AMOLED 2X, LTPO |
| Resolution | 2400 x 1080 | 2640 x 1080 (inner) |
| Refresh rate | 90Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1400 | 2600 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.85 GHz Cortex-X1 & 2x2.35 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core |
| GPU | Mali-G710 MP7 | Adreno 830 |
| Chipset | Google Tensor G2 | Snapdragon 8 Elite |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.2 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.4 |
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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