Galaxy Z Fold7 256GB (Phantom Black)
Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy · 256GB · Phantom Black
Galaxy S25 Ultra
Snapdragon 8 Elite · 6.9″ · 200 MP
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Galaxy Z Fold7 256GB (Phantom Black) lands at 93 and Galaxy S25 Ultra at 93. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Galaxy Z Fold7 256GB (Phantom Black) if…
- ✓Improved durability
- ✓One UI 7.5 + Galaxy AI Gen 2
- ✓S-Pen on Fold7
Pick Galaxy S25 Ultra if…
- ✓Huge anti-reflective 6.9″ display
- ✓200 MP sensor with 5× tele
- ✓S-Pen productivity
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testPhotography
Galaxy S25 UltraStills and video quality across lenses
Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera (94 vs 91).
Battery life
TieScreen-on time and charging
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Performance
Galaxy S25 UltraChipset speed for gaming and heavy apps
Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on gpu (97 vs 92).
Display
TiePanel quality, brightness, refresh rate
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Value for money
Galaxy S25 UltraSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Galaxy S25 Ultra more score per dollar ($1,299 vs $1,899).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Galaxy Z Fold7 256GB (Phantom Black) | Galaxy S25 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy | Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy |
| Storage | 256GB | 256 / 512 GB / 1 TB |
| Color | Phantom Black | — |
| Release year | 2025 | — |
| Display | — | 6.9″ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, 3120×1440 |
| RAM | — | 12 GB |
| Rear camera | — | 200 MP + 50 MP 5× + 10 MP 3× + 50 MP UW |
| Front camera | — | 12 MP |
| Battery | — | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | — | 45W wired, 15W wireless |
| OS | — | Android 15, One UI 7 |
| Weight | — | 218 g |
| IP rating | — | IP68 |
Galaxy Z Fold7 256GB (Phantom Black)
- +Improved durability
- +One UI 7.5 + Galaxy AI Gen 2
- +S-Pen on Fold7
- −Crease still visible
- −Premium pricing
- −Inner display can scratch
Galaxy S25 Ultra
- +Huge anti-reflective 6.9″ display
- +200 MP sensor with 5× tele
- +S-Pen productivity
- −Pricey storage tiers
- −AI features still maturing
- −Heavier in hand
FAQ: Galaxy Z Fold7 256GB (Phantom Black) vs Galaxy S25 Ultra
Which is better, Galaxy Z Fold7 256GB (Phantom Black) or Galaxy S25 Ultra? +
Both score 93 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
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.
Is Galaxy S25 Ultra worth the price? +
At $1,299, Galaxy S25 Ultra delivers a Specdex score of 93 — strongest in gpu.
Does Galaxy Z Fold7 256GB (Phantom Black) or Galaxy S25 Ultra 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.
Which is better for photography, Galaxy Z Fold7 256GB (Phantom Black) or Galaxy S25 Ultra? +
Galaxy S25 Ultra — leads on camera (94 vs 91). Stills and video quality across lenses.
Which is better for performance, Galaxy Z Fold7 256GB (Phantom Black) or Galaxy S25 Ultra? +
Galaxy S25 Ultra — leads on gpu (97 vs 92). Chipset speed for gaming and heavy apps.