Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 7 is the company’s most refined foldable to date. It comes with a Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, a slimmer frame, a 200-megapixel camera, and that familiar book-style design. But just because Samsung has been leading the foldable race doesn’t mean it’s the only option worth your attention.
There are a bunch of really good alternatives from Google, Honor, and Oppo, while even Samsung’s own Galaxy Z Fold 6 from last year is still relevant if you want something a little cheaper. So here’s a breakdown of the best Galaxy Z Fold 7 alternatives you can buy in 2025.
1. Galaxy Z Fold 6
It might sound obvious, but the first real alternative to the Fold 7 is actually Samsung’s own Galaxy Z Fold 6. You can still get last year’s model through carriers and retailers for a couple of hundred dollars less.
For the price, you’ll get a 7.6-inch AMOLED inner display, a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip, and a 4400mAh battery. Its design is slightly chunkier at 239g, and the camera’s top out at 50 megapixels instead of 200, but for most people, these differences shouldn’t be deal-breakers.
If you’re not chasing the absolute best specs, the Fold 6 offers nearly the same multitasking chops and durability as the Fold 7. Plus, you still get support for the S-Pen that Samsung ditched on its successor. The Fold 6 is also immune to 7 years of software updates.
2. Honor Magic V5
It shouldn’t come as a surprise if we say that Honor is building some of the most polished foldables out there. The Magic V5 is perhaps the strongest Galaxy Z Fold 7 rival right now.
It features a “Super Armored” inner screen rated at Mohs level 4, which should hold up better against scratches than Samsung’s softer plastic layer. The Magic V5 also has a brighter screen that can reach 5,000 nits peak brightness.
On the camera front, the foldable gets a 50MP main, 64MP periscope telephoto with 3x zoom, and a 50MP ultrawide.
Depending on the region, you also get either a 5820mAh or a 6100mAh cell, which is far bigger than Samsung’s 4400mAh pack. That means the Magic V5 should last noticeably longer than Samsung’s alternative.
There are trade-offs, though. Honor’s MagicOS 9 skin isn’t as clean or polished as Samsung’s One UI, and the foldable is not available as widely as the Fold 7. But if you can get your hands on one, this is the foldable for people who want all-day battery life without compromise.
3. Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold
Google’s third-generation foldable, the Pixel 10 Pro Fold, is here to do what Pixels do best: software magic.
At first glance, it matches the Z Fold 7 in size, an 8-inch foldable display with a 6.4-inch cover screen. But it’s heavier, tipping the scales at 258 g.
Its rear camera setup includes a 48MP main, 10.8MP 5x telephoto, and 10.5MP ultrawide. They may not sound as leading as Samsung’s 200MP shooter, but Google’s Ultra-HDR, Pixel Shift, and AI-assisted zoom make them feel flagship-level.
The foldable also has a few other camera tricks like “Best Take” and “Zoom Enhance”. The Pixel 10 Pro Fold also brings unique extras like satellite SOS, a 5,015 mAh battery with bypass charging, and Qi2 wireless charging. Its Mohs level 5-rated inner display is tougher than Samsung’s, too.
Most importantly, the Pixel experience on a foldable feels like Android the way Google intended: fluid multitasking, smart split-screen, and seamless integration with AI features. If you care about software over hardware flex, this is the one.
4. Oppo Find N5
Oppo’s Find N5 is one of the most feature-rich foldables around, but it’s not widely available. It’s sold in China, parts of Southeast Asia, and Mexico, but there’s no US or European launch. If you can import one, though, it’s seriously impressive.
The Find N5 has one of the biggest batteries in a foldable (5,600 mAh) with 80W wired charging and 50W wireless. That’s way beyond Samsung’s conservative charging speeds. Its displays are also calibrated for creators, with Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and HDR Vivid support, plus stylus compatibility on both the inner and outer screens.
The rear camera setup on the Find N5 includes a 50MP main, 50MP telephoto, and 8MP ultrawide. The setup might not feel (or sound) as good as Samsung’s, but the company has partnered with Hasselblad for extra camera optimization.
The hinge and build feel also premium as Oppo uses titanium alloy in the frame. There’s even satellite connectivity on some models.
The real downside of this device is its limited availability, and ColorOS might not be everyone’s favorite skin. Still, for people who want a stylus-ready foldable with pro-level media chops, the Find N5 is a hidden gem.
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