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Galaxy Z Flip 4 (2022) vs iPhone 13 (2021): Specs

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 Apple iPhone 13 Processor

Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1

Body

Unfolded: 165.2 x 71.9 x 6.9 mm Folded: 84.9 x 71.9 x 15.9-17.1 mm 187 gr

146.7 x 71.5 x 7.7mm 174 gr

Display

Mr 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X foldable display Resolution 2640 by 1080 pixels at 426 ppi Support for HDR10+, 120Hz and a maximum brightness of 1200 nits. Cover: 1.9 inch Super AMOLED display Resolution 512 by 260 pixels

6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display Resolution 2532 by 1170 pixels at 460 ppi Support for HDR, True Tone technology and a maximum brightness of 1200 nits.

Cameras

12 MP Rear Camera System: Width: ƒ/1.8 Ultra Wide: ƒ/2.2 10MP Front Camera: ƒ/2.4

12 MP Dual Rear Camera System: Width: ƒ/1.6 Ultra Wide: ƒ/2.4 TrueDepth front camera 12MP: ƒ/2.2

Memory

128GB/256GB/512GB SSD 8 GB of RAM

128GB/256GB/512GB SSD 4 GB of RAM

Battery

Up to 75 hours of audio playback

Resistance Security OS connectivity

One UI 4.1.1 (based on Android 12)

Colored

Bora Purple Graphite Pink gold Blue

Red Starlight Midnight Blue Pink Green

Material

Ultra thin glass Armor Aluminum

Glass back Aluminum frame

Price

Design: The Z Flip 4 is from another Galaxy

Design is one of the first things we consider when considering buying a new device. It is true that this aspect is mostly subjective. However, we can still make some objective observations and compare the constructions of the two devices. The Galaxy Z Flip 4 and iPhone 13 follow two separate schools of thought when it comes to their designs. They have some similar elements, but they are mostly different looking phones. Now we will try to break down these elements as much as we can to help you understand what each of the two has to offer in the design and construction departments. Ultimately, the last word should be yours. For starters, both phones offer slim builds and dual rear camera systems — with the lens placements varying between phones. However, perhaps the most notable distinction is the hinge in the middle of the Galaxy Z Flip 4. Indeed, this Samsung phone folds in half, and it’s a purposeful feature — unlike Apple’s infamous Bendgate on the iPhone 6. The iPhone 13 it offers six different colors that beat Samsung’s four. However, the Galaxy Z Flip 4 has a Bespoke Edition, which allows users to personalize different parts of the device and choose between more colors. Apple tends to stick with what users find familiar. Samsung is more adventurous when it comes to this. So obviously, the design and build round applies to the latter company.

Appearance: One is a Flip, the other is a flop

When we flip these devices over, we’re faced with two gorgeous screens. The iPhone 13 does have a slightly cleaner screen. However, this battle goes much further than that. For starters, on the Galaxy Z Flip 4, you get a 120Hz refresh rate. This is still missing on the regular iPhone 13. So the Samsung phone has smoother animations when switching between different pages or scrolling. The lower refresh rate on the iPhone 13 is more apparent than the lower resolution on the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4. The Galaxy Z Flip 4 has a larger 6.7-inch display that you can fold in half. The technology is still absent from all Apple products that have been released. Additionally, the iPhone 13 has a notch display — which some users may find distracting. The Samsung phone matches a punch-hole camera that doesn’t take up as much screen space. Ultimately, this round goes to the Galaxy Z Flip 4 as well, simply because the iPhone 13’s screen is very basic compared to its rival. Samsung’s foldable technology is truly futuristic. Meanwhile, Apple seems stuck for the past decade, recycling its ideas over and over again.

Performance: Apple’s A15 Bionic is quite iconic

When measuring performance, there are several factors to consider. These include memory, processor and operating system. After all, more RAM doesn’t always equate to a smoother experience — and that’s the case with the iPhone 13 and the Galaxy Z Flip 4. While the latter has double the amount of RAM, it doesn’t perform as well as the former. iOS is objectively not as resource hungry as Android OS. This is not to say that Android OS is more buggy than iOS as an operating system. However, some users cannot tolerate the additional limitations of iOS. We’re not here to debate which mobile OS is superior — as that’s a personal choice you have to make. When you look at the benchmarks, the Snapdragon is slightly better than the Apple A15 Bionic when it comes to gaming and graphics. Otherwise, the A15 Bionic dominates the single- and multi-core performance tests. So overall, Apple’s chipset scores higher. However, is the performance difference between the two phones noticeable enough to make a real difference? Probably not. Both phones will do your daily tasks exceptionally well. Likewise, the two devices can run virtually all mobile games in active development. So I would skip this round if you don’t have an OS preference.

Cameras: The Galaxy Z Flip 4 and iPhone 13 take photos in similar ways

Smartphone cameras are important in our modern age. After all, we document our lives through these devices and tend to spread them online for the masses to see. Fortunately, both the Galaxy Z Flip 4 and the iPhone 13 offer dual 12MP rear camera systems. Although they are not identical, the output should be relatively similar. However, the front lens is a different story. Apple’s 12MP TrueDepth camera has higher resolution and supports 3D mapping — which enables Face ID authentication. The Galaxy Z Flip 4, on the other hand, has a regular 10MP camera. For authentication, you have to rely on a side-mounted fingerprint scanner. However, the Samsung phone doesn’t need a tripod — since you can simply fold it 90º and place it on flat, horizontal surfaces. So if you tend to shoot videos often, you might want to consider the Galaxy phone. If you are looking for personalized Memoji and the sharpest selfies, then iPhone 13 is the best choice in this round.

Battery: The iPhone 13 is thirsty for power

With both devices lasting a full day on a single charge with average usage, let’s look at other aspects of the battery. Looking at the port, Galaxy Z Flip 4 has USB Type-C — which is more adopted and used globally. The iPhone 13, on the other hand, has an ancient, proprietary Lightning port. Both do the job, but the former is simply superior. If you use devices from other popular brands, they probably have USB Type-C ports. So buying the iPhone 13 would mean carrying an extra cable. Alternatively, you could switch to wireless charging, but this is slower and drains battery health at a faster rate. Moving on, both phones support Qi wireless charging, with the iPhone 13 also compatible with MagSafe. Although, more importantly, the Galaxy Z Flip 4 supports reverse wireless charging. This means you can use your phone as a wireless charging base for another phone or accessory. The feature is currently absent on all iPhone models. As a result, Samsung wins this round. Reverse wireless charging is such a key and essential feature at this point. With the newest AirPods supporting the Qi and MagSafe wireless charging standards, it would make sense for Apple to support charging them through our iPhones. We can only hope to see this welcome addition roll out to newer iPhone models sooner rather than later.

Bottom line: New vs Old

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 and the Apple iPhone 13 are two very different phones aimed at different customers. Overall — as our previous rounds have shown — Samsung’s product wins in terms of innovation and specs. However, there are a few reasons to go for the iPhone 13. These include being on a tighter budget, already owning other Apple products, or not wanting to sacrifice the extra years of software support for the sake of a foldable screen. If you’re not tied to other devices and are willing to pay an extra $200, then the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 is definitely the smartest and most exciting buy here. If you’re connected to the Apple ecosystem, then the choice has already been made for you.

The Galaxy Z Flip 4 offers a foldable screen. It’s compact, packed with innovative technologies and worth every penny.

The iPhone 13 features the Apple A15 Bionic chip and runs iOS 15. It’s perfect for those looking for an intimate device.

Which of the two phones will you buy and why? Let us know in the comments section below.