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Samsung Galaxy M07 vs Apple iPhone Air
This comparison puts the Samsung Galaxy M07 and Apple iPhone Air side by side — two smartphones measured against the same 99-spec sheet, with every meaningful gap scored and explained. On our weighted VS Score the Apple iPhone Air finishes ahead, 86 to 37 — a decisive result.
The most consequential difference is IP68 water & dust resistance — the Apple iPhone Air has it, the Samsung Galaxy M07 does not. A transparency note before you dive in: the spec sheets are Samsung Galaxy M07 67% and Apple iPhone Air 89% complete. Anything unverified shows as Unknown and is left out of the scores — we never estimate a missing value.
Where the Samsung Galaxy M07 beats the Apple iPhone Air
- 0.2 " more screen size ?6.7 " vs 6.5 "
- 2 more CPU cores ?8 vs 6
- Has expandable storage (microSD) ?
- 1,851 mAh more battery capacity ?5,000 mAh vs 3,149 mAh
- 2 MP more main camera ?50 MP vs 48 MP
- Has FM radio ?
- 0.95 W/kg less SAR (head) ?0.24 W/kg vs 1.19 W/kg
- Has 3.5mm headphone jack ?
Where the Apple iPhone Air beats the Samsung Galaxy M07
- 19 g less weight ?165 g vs 184 g
- 2 mm less thickness ?5.6 mm vs 7.6 mm
- 2.7 mm less width ?74.7 mm vs 77.4 mm
- 11.2 mm less height ?156.2 mm vs 167.4 mm
- Has IP68 water & dust resistance ?
- 1,136 px more resolution ?2,736 px vs 1,600 px
- 198 ppi more pixel density ?460 ppi vs 262 ppi
- 30 Hz more refresh rate ?120 Hz vs 90 Hz
- 6.3 % more screen-to-body ratio ?89.9 % vs 83.6 %
Key real-world differences
The spec sheet pulls in both directions. These are the gaps big enough to shape the decision — with the actual figures, and what each one means in real-world use.
- IP68 water & dust resistanceDesignNo vs Yes — only the Apple iPhone Air has it
The device is protected against dust and submersion in water.
- 5G supportConnectivityNo vs Yes — only the Apple iPhone Air has it
Connects to faster 5G mobile networks.
- RAMPerformance4 GB vs 12 GB — 3× more for the Apple iPhone Air
More RAM keeps more apps running smoothly at once.
- Internal storagePerformance64 GB vs 256 GB — 4× more for the Apple iPhone Air
More storage holds more apps, photos and files.
- OLED displayDisplayNo vs Yes — only the Apple iPhone Air has it
OLED panels offer deeper blacks and better contrast than LCD.
Which one should you buy?
There is no single answer — it depends on what you will actually use it for. Match your priority to the pick below.
- Best for display Apple iPhone Air takes the category 90 to 12 — driven by OLED display (No vs Yes).
- Best for cameras Apple iPhone Air takes the category 73 to 36 — driven by optical image stabilization (No vs Yes).
- Best for performance Apple iPhone Air takes the category 84 to 20 — driven by RAM (4 GB vs 12 GB).
- Best for connectivity Apple iPhone Air takes the category 100 to 36 — driven by 5G support (No vs Yes).
- Best for design Apple iPhone Air takes the category 100 to 15 — driven by IP68 water & dust resistance (No vs Yes).
- The safe all-rounder Apple iPhone Air wins more of the categories that carry real weight, topping the overall VS Score at 86.
Where each one falls short
Samsung Galaxy M07
- IP68 water & dust resistance: No vs Yes
- 5G support: No vs Yes
- RAM: 4 GB vs 12 GB
- 33 specs are unreported (shown as Unknown) and excluded from its scores.
Apple iPhone Air
- Battery capacity: 5,000 mAh vs 3,149 mAh
- Expandable storage (microSD): Yes vs No
- 3.5mm headphone jack: Yes vs No
- 11 specs are unreported (shown as Unknown) and excluded from its scores.
What matters to you?
Drag the sliders to weight each category and re-rank the products to suit your priorities.
Score breakdown
How the VS Score works — and what it can’t tell you
Every measurable spec is scored relative to this matchup: the best value here earns 100%, the worst 0%, and everything between scales linearly. Each spec then counts according to an editorial weight that reflects real-world impact — a battery-capacity gap moves the score far more than a colour-options list. The category scores above are the weighted results inside each group, and the overall VS Score rolls all of them together; the evidence line under each category names the specs that actually decided it.
Unknown values are never estimated. A spec a product doesn’t report simply drops out of that product’s scoring — it isn’t penalised with a guess — and a spec only one side reports can never produce a “win”. The trade-off is honest but real: a thinner spec sheet means a score built on fewer data points, which is why the completeness figures are disclosed under About this data.
Most importantly: a spec-sheet lead is not the same as a better product. Megapixels, gigahertz and benchmark points describe capacity, not experience — image processing, software optimisation, thermals, haptics and ergonomics decide how a device actually feels, and no table captures reliability or long-term support quality. Treat the scores as a structured summary of what can be measured, read the caveats under each key difference, and use the weight tuner to re-rank the comparison by what matters to you.
Design
A lighter device is more comfortable to hold and carry for long periods.
A thinner device is easier to hold and slip into a pocket.
A narrower phone is easier to use one-handed.
The vertical dimension of the device.
The primary frame and back materials of the device.
The device is protected against dust and submersion in water.
Reinforced glass (e.g. Gorilla Glass) resists scratches and cracks.
The device works with an active stylus pen.
The colour options the phone is sold in.
Display
A larger screen is better for media and multitasking.
The vertical pixel count; higher means a sharper image.
More pixels per inch produce crisper text and images.
A higher refresh rate produces smoother motion and scrolling.
How often the screen registers touches; higher feels more responsive.
Higher peak brightness is easier to read in direct sunlight.
A higher ratio means slimmer bezels and a more immersive front.
The underlying panel technology (e.g. LTPO AMOLED).
The proportional relationship between screen width and height.
OLED panels offer deeper blacks and better contrast than LCD.
Displays a wider range of colours and brightness in supported content.
Shows time and notifications while the screen is idle.
The reinforced glass protecting the screen (e.g. Gorilla Glass Victus 2).
The ratio between the brightest white and darkest black.
How many bits encode each colour; more means smoother gradients.
Supports Dolby Vision HDR for richer, scene-by-scene colour and contrast.
Higher PWM dimming frequency is easier on the eyes at low brightness.
Performance
The system-on-chip that powers the device.
The graphics processor handling games and visuals.
More RAM keeps more apps running smoothly at once.
More storage holds more apps, photos and files.
The storage standard (e.g. UFS 4.0); newer is faster.
A higher clock speed generally means faster processing.
More cores help with multitasking and demanding apps.
A smaller process is more power-efficient and runs cooler.
A synthetic score estimating overall performance.
Multi-core CPU benchmark score; higher is faster.
Single-core CPU benchmark score; higher is faster.
A GPU/graphics benchmark score; higher is faster.
The memory standard (e.g. LPDDR5X); newer is faster.
A higher graphics clock generally means faster gaming performance.
More last-level cache can improve processor efficiency.
Storage can be expanded with a memory card.
Battery
A larger battery generally lasts longer between charges.
Higher wattage charges the battery faster over a cable.
Higher wattage charges the battery faster wirelessly.
How long a full charge takes; lower is better.
The phone can wirelessly charge other devices.
Newer silicon-carbon cells pack more capacity into the same space.
The battery chemistry (e.g. Li-Po, Li-Ion).
The battery can be removed or replaced by the user.
Rated hours of voice calls on a charge.
Rated hours of idle standby on a charge.
Cameras
A higher megapixel count can capture more detail.
A lower f-number lets in more light for better low-light shots.
A larger sensor captures more light and detail.
The model of the main camera sensor (e.g. Samsung ISOCELL HP2).
Captures a wider field of view for landscapes and groups.
Enables closer, higher-quality zoom shots.
A higher resolution front camera improves selfies and video calls.
Magnifies subjects without losing detail.
OIS compensates for hand shake for sharper photos and steadier video.
The highest video resolution the device can record.
Captures ultra-high-resolution 8K footage.
A higher frame rate enables smoother slow-motion clips.
Saves unprocessed photos for more editing flexibility.
How many rear camera modules the phone has.
A lower f-number lets in more light for selfies.
The front camera can record 4K video.
Larger pixels capture more light for better low-light shots.
Connectivity
Connects to faster 5G mobile networks.
How many physical SIM cards the device accepts.
Supports a built-in digital SIM alongside or instead of a physical one.
Supports faster, more efficient Wi-Fi 6 networks.
Supports the latest, fastest Wi-Fi 7 standard.
A newer Bluetooth version improves range and efficiency.
Enables contactless payments and quick pairing.
A reversible, widely compatible charging and data port.
The USB data-transfer standard of the port; later is faster.
The satellite positioning systems the device can use; more means faster, more accurate location.
Enables precise spatial location for tracking and digital car keys.
Has a built-in FM radio receiver.
An IR blaster to control TVs and appliances.
Connect USB drives and accessories directly to the phone.
Radiofrequency energy absorbed by the head; lower is better.
Radiofrequency energy absorbed by the body; lower is better.
Audio
Two speakers deliver richer, more immersive sound.
Lets you use wired headphones without an adapter.
Adds spatial, three-dimensional audio in supported content.
Plays back high-resolution audio above CD quality.
Security & software
Unlock with a fingerprint sensor built into the screen.
Unlock the device by scanning your face.
How many years of OS upgrades the maker promises.
Send messages via satellite when off the mobile grid.
The software platform the device runs.
Sensors
Detects motion and orientation for auto-rotate and steps.
Senses rotation for gaming, photography and VR.
A magnetometer for navigation and maps.
Measures air pressure for altitude and weather.
Turns the screen off during calls when held to the ear.
About this data
- Specifications are compiled from each manufacturer’s official spec sheet, cross-checked against trusted specification databases, and normalised into one schema so identical things are compared identically.
- Specifications last verified July 9, 2026.
- Data completeness: Samsung Galaxy M07 67% and Apple iPhone Air 89% of the 99 specs in this category. Anything we could not verify is shown as Unknown — never estimated — and is excluded from all scores.
- Prices and availability come from live retailer feeds via our shopping partners and refresh throughout the day; a missing price means no partner currently lists the product, not that it is discontinued.
- Want the full picture? Our editorial guidelines explain how we research products, weight the scores and stay independent.
- Spotted an error in a spec? Tell us and we will correct the sheet.
What reviewers say
The bottom line
The Apple iPhone Air is the clear winner, scoring 86 to 37 on our VS Score. It leads on Design, Display and Performance. The Samsung Galaxy M07 answers back with stronger Battery and Audio. Pick the Apple iPhone Air unless Battery and Audio matters most to you — then the Samsung Galaxy M07 is the smarter buy.
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