Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5

Compare Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 865+ 5G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy, 108MP…

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Galaxy Z Fold 5

$1,799

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G claims the overall win over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5, delivering a stronger technical package across measurable key specifications. In camera testing, the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G leads with sharper imaging, while battery life remains closely matched. Choose the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 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.

🔋 BatteryTie

Both phones deliver comparable battery performance with 4,500 mAh.

🎮 GamingGalaxy Z Fold 5

Galaxy Z Fold 5 provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy and 12GB RAM.

📸 CameraGalaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G

Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G wins photography with 108MP main imaging and 5x dedicated optical zoom.

🏷️ ValueGalaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G

Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $599 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 Note 20 Ultra 5G vs Galaxy Z Fold 5: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Specification	Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G	Galaxy Z Fold 5
Screen size	6.9"	7.6"
Resolution	1440 x 3088Winner	1812 x 2176
Pixel density	494 ppiWinner	373 ppi
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Peak brightness	1500 nits	1750 nitsWinner

Performance

Performance comparison between the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Specification	Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G	Galaxy Z Fold 5
Chipset	Qualcomm Snapdragon 865+ 5G	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy
Process node	7 nm	4 nmWinner
AnTuTu score	750,000	1,530,000Winner
Geekbench multi	3580	5380Winner
Maximum RAM	12 GB	12 GB
Maximum storage	512GB	1TBWinner

Camera

Camera comparison between the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Specification	Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G	Galaxy Z Fold 5
Main sensor	108 MPWinner	50 MP
Rear cameras	3	3
Optical zoom	5xWinner	3x
Ultrawide	12 MP	12 MP
Selfie camera	10 MP	10 MP
Max video	8K at 24fps / 4K at 60fps	8K at 30fps / 4K at 60fps

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Specification	Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G	Galaxy Z Fold 5
Capacity	4,500 mAh	4,400 mAh
Wired charging	25 W	25 W
Wireless charging	15 W	15 W

Design

Design comparison between the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Specification	Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G	Galaxy Z Fold 5
Weight	208 gWinner	253 g
Thickness	8.1 mm	6.1 mmWinner
Water resistance	IP68	IPX8
Build	Stainless steel frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 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 Note 20 Ultra 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Specification	Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G	Galaxy Z Fold 5
Operating system	Android 10	Android 13
OS updates	3 years	4 yearsWinner
Security updates	4 years	5 yearsWinner

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Specification	Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G	Galaxy Z Fold 5
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)	Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
Storage expansion	microSD	None
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$599Winner	$1,799