Samsung Galaxy A57 5G vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5

Compare Samsung Galaxy A57 5G vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 side by side: Samsung Exynos 1680 (3nm) vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy, 50MP vs 50MP…

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Galaxy Z Fold 5

$1,799

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Samsung Galaxy A57 5G takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Samsung Galaxy A57 5G claims the overall win over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5, delivering a stronger technical package across battery endurance and core hardware. In camera testing, the Galaxy Z Fold 5 leads with superior optics, while battery endurance leans towards the Galaxy A57 5G. Choose the Galaxy A57 5G if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Galaxy Z Fold 5 if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryGalaxy A57 5G

Galaxy A57 5G wins on endurance with 5,500 mAh and 45W fast charging.

🎮 GamingGalaxy A57 5G

Galaxy A57 5G leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Samsung Exynos 1680 (3nm) and 12GB RAM.

📸 CameraGalaxy Z Fold 5

Galaxy Z Fold 5 takes photography with 50MP optics and 3x optical telephoto capabilities.

🏷️ ValueGalaxy A57 5G

Galaxy A57 5G provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $479 vs $1799.

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.

Galaxy A57 5G vs Galaxy Z Fold 5: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Samsung Galaxy A57 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Specification	Galaxy A57 5G	Galaxy Z Fold 5
Screen size	6.67"	7.6"
Resolution	1080 x 2400	1812 x 2176Winner
Pixel density	395 ppiWinner	373 ppi
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Peak brightness	2000 nitsWinner	1750 nits

Performance

Performance comparison between the Samsung Galaxy A57 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Specification	Galaxy A57 5G	Galaxy Z Fold 5
Chipset	Samsung Exynos 1680 (3nm)	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy
Process node	3 nmWinner	4 nm
AnTuTu score	3,200,000Winner	1,530,000
Geekbench multi	10800Winner	5380
Maximum RAM	12 GB	12 GB
Maximum storage	256GB	1TBWinner

Camera

Camera comparison between the Samsung Galaxy A57 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Specification	Galaxy A57 5G	Galaxy Z Fold 5
Main sensor	50 MP	50 MP
Rear cameras	3	3
Optical zoom	1x	3xWinner
Ultrawide	12 MP	12 MP
Selfie camera	12 MPWinner	10 MP
Max video	8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps	8K at 30fps / 4K at 60fps

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Samsung Galaxy A57 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Specification	Galaxy A57 5G	Galaxy Z Fold 5
Capacity	5,500 mAhWinner	4,400 mAh
Wired charging	45 WWinner	25 W
Wireless charging	No	15 WWinner

Design

Design comparison between the Samsung Galaxy A57 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Specification	Galaxy A57 5G	Galaxy Z Fold 5
Weight	189 gWinner	253 g
Thickness	7.5 mm	6.1 mmWinner
Water resistance	IP68	IPX8
Build	Grade 5 Titanium frame, Ceramic Glass front and back	Armor Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 cover and back, Ultra Thin Glass inner

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Samsung Galaxy A57 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Specification	Galaxy A57 5G	Galaxy Z Fold 5
Operating system	Android 15	Android 13
OS updates	7 yearsWinner	4 years
Security updates	7 yearsWinner	5 years

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Samsung Galaxy A57 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Specification	Galaxy A57 5G	Galaxy Z Fold 5
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth)	Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
Storage expansion	microSD	None
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$479Winner	$1,799