Samsung
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
SD8 Gen 3 · 200MP · Galaxy AI debut
93
/ 100
From $1,299
VS
Samsung
Galaxy Z Fold7 256GB (Phantom Black)
Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy · 256GB · Phantom Black
93
/ 100
From $1,899
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra lands at 93 and Galaxy Z Fold7 256GB (Phantom Black) at 93. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra if…
- ✓Galaxy AI Gen 1 features still useful
- ✓Titanium frame
- ✓Flat display vs curved predecessors
Pick Galaxy Z Fold7 256GB (Phantom Black) if…
- ✓Improved durability
- ✓One UI 7.5 + Galaxy AI Gen 2
- ✓S-Pen on Fold7
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra 93
vs 93 Galaxy Z Fold7 256GB (Phantom Black)
Score breakdown
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
93 cpu 92
gpu 92
camera 95
battery 88
display 95
design 90
Galaxy Z Fold7 256GB (Phantom Black)
93 cpu 93
gpu 92
camera 91
battery 89
display 95
design 93
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra | Galaxy Z Fold7 256GB (Phantom Black) |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.8″ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, 2600 nits | — |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy | Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy |
| RAM | 12 GB | — |
| Storage | 256 / 512 GB / 1 TB | 256GB |
| Rear camera | 200 MP main + 12 MP UW + 50 MP 5× + 10 MP 3× | — |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | — |
| Charging | 45W wired, 15W wireless | — |
| OS | One UI 6.1 | — |
| Weight | 233 g | — |
| IP rating | IP68 | — |
| Color | — | Phantom Black |
| Release year | — | 2025 |
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
Pros
- +Galaxy AI Gen 1 features still useful
- +Titanium frame
- +Flat display vs curved predecessors
Cons
- −Massive at 233g
- −Tele zoom regressed from S23 Ultra
- −Premium pricing
Galaxy Z Fold7 256GB (Phantom Black)
Pros
- +Improved durability
- +One UI 7.5 + Galaxy AI Gen 2
- +S-Pen on Fold7
Cons
- −Crease still visible
- −Premium pricing
- −Inner display can scratch
FAQ: Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra vs Galaxy Z Fold7 256GB (Phantom Black)
Which is better, Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra or Galaxy Z Fold7 256GB (Phantom Black)? +
Both score 93 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra worth the price? +
At $1,299, Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra delivers a Specdex score of 93 — strongest in camera.
Is Galaxy Z Fold7 256GB (Phantom Black) worth the price? +
At $1,899, Galaxy Z Fold7 256GB (Phantom Black) delivers a Specdex score of 93 — strongest in display.
Does Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra or Galaxy Z Fold7 256GB (Phantom Black) last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.