Samsung Galaxy S27 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5

Compare Samsung Galaxy S27 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 for Galaxy vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy…

Samsung

Galaxy Z Fold 5

$1,799

3categories won

5 categories tied · 22 scored in total · add a third phone

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Samsung Galaxy S27 takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Samsung Galaxy S27 claims the overall win over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5, delivering a stronger technical package across gaming and photography. In camera testing, the Galaxy S27 leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the Galaxy S27. Choose the Galaxy S27 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 S27

Galaxy S27 wins on endurance with 4,300 mAh and 45W fast charging.

🎮 GamingGalaxy S27

Galaxy S27 leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 for Galaxy and 16GB RAM.

📸 CameraGalaxy S27

Galaxy S27 wins photography with 50MP main imaging and 3x dedicated optical zoom.

🏷️ ValueGalaxy S27

Galaxy S27 provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $899 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 S27 vs Galaxy Z Fold 5: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S27, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Specification	Galaxy S27	Galaxy Z Fold 5
Screen size	6.36"	7.6"
Resolution	1080 x 2400	1812 x 2176Winner
Pixel density	414 ppiWinner	373 ppi
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Peak brightness	3200 nitsWinner	1750 nits

Performance

Performance comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S27, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Specification	Galaxy S27	Galaxy Z Fold 5
Chipset	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 for Galaxy	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy
Process node	2 nmWinner	4 nm
AnTuTu score	3,200,000Winner	1,530,000
Geekbench multi	10800Winner	5380
Maximum RAM	16 GBWinner	12 GB
Maximum storage	512GB	1TBWinner

Camera

Camera comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S27, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Specification	Galaxy S27	Galaxy Z Fold 5
Main sensor	50 MP	50 MP
Rear cameras	3	3
Optical zoom	3x	3x
Ultrawide	50 MPWinner	12 MP
Selfie camera	16 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 S27, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Specification	Galaxy S27	Galaxy Z Fold 5
Capacity	4,300 mAh	4,400 mAh
Wired charging	45 WWinner	25 W
Wireless charging	25 WWinner	15 W

Design

Design comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S27, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Specification	Galaxy S27	Galaxy Z Fold 5
Weight	169 gWinner	253 g
Thickness	7.2 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 S27, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Specification	Galaxy S27	Galaxy Z Fold 5
Operating system	Android 17	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 S27, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Specification	Galaxy S27	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	None	None
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$899Winner	$1,799