Apple iPhone 13 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5

Compare Apple iPhone 13 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 side by side: Apple A15 Bionic (5-core GPU) vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy (4 nm), 12MP vs…

Apple

Galaxy Z Flip 5

$999

7categories won

7 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 proves superior overall against the Apple iPhone 13 Pro, outperforming on battery endurance and daily usability. In camera testing, the iPhone 13 Pro leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the Galaxy Z Flip 5. Choose the Galaxy Z Flip 5 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the iPhone 13 Pro if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryGalaxy Z Flip 5

Galaxy Z Flip 5 takes battery honors offering 3,700 mAh alongside 25W charging.

🎮 GamingGalaxy Z Flip 5

Galaxy Z Flip 5 provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy (4 nm) and 8GB RAM.

📸 CameraiPhone 13 Pro

iPhone 13 Pro wins photography with 12MP main imaging and 3x dedicated optical zoom.

🏷️ ValueTie

Both handsets sit in the exact same pricing bracket around $999.

Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.

iPhone 13 Pro vs Galaxy Z Flip 5: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Apple iPhone 13 Pro, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
Specification	iPhone 13 Pro	Galaxy Z Flip 5
Screen size	6.1"	6.7"
Resolution	1170 x 2532Winner	1080 x 2640
Pixel density	457 ppiWinner	426 ppi
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Peak brightness	1200 nits	1750 nitsWinner

Performance

Performance comparison between the Apple iPhone 13 Pro, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
Specification	iPhone 13 Pro	Galaxy Z Flip 5
Chipset	Apple A15 Bionic (5-core GPU)	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy (4 nm)
Process node	5 nm	4 nmWinner
AnTuTu score	3,200,000	3,200,000
Geekbench multi	10800	10800
Maximum RAM	6 GB	8 GBWinner
Maximum storage	1TBWinner	512GB

Camera

Camera comparison between the Apple iPhone 13 Pro, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
Specification	iPhone 13 Pro	Galaxy Z Flip 5
Main sensor	12 MP	12 MP
Rear cameras	3Winner	2
Optical zoom	3x	—
Ultrawide	12 MP	12 MP
Selfie camera	12 MPWinner	10 MP
Max video	4K at 60fps ProRes	4K at 60fps

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Apple iPhone 13 Pro, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
Specification	iPhone 13 Pro	Galaxy Z Flip 5
Capacity	3,095 mAh	3,700 mAhWinner
Wired charging	23 W	25 WWinner
Wireless charging	15 W	15 W

Design

Design comparison between the Apple iPhone 13 Pro, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
Specification	iPhone 13 Pro	Galaxy Z Flip 5
Weight	204 g	187 gWinner
Thickness	7.65 mm	6.9 mmWinner
Water resistance	IP68	IPX8
Build	Ceramic Shield front, textured matte glass back, stainless steel design	Armor Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 back and cover screen, Ultra Thin Glass inner folding screen

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Apple iPhone 13 Pro, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
Specification	iPhone 13 Pro	Galaxy Z Flip 5
Operating system	iOS 15, upgradable to iOS 18	Android 13, upgradable to Android 15 (One UI 7)
OS updates	6 yearsWinner	4 years
Security updates	6 yearsWinner	4 years

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Apple iPhone 13 Pro, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
Specification	iPhone 13 Pro	Galaxy Z Flip 5
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth)	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth)
Storage expansion	None	None
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$999	$999