Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5

Compare Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy (4 nm) vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for…

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Galaxy Z Fold 5

$1,799

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 proves superior overall against the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5, outperforming on battery endurance and daily usability. For battery longevity and charging speed, the Galaxy Z Fold 5 takes the lead, while the Galaxy Z Flip 5 is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the Galaxy Z Fold 5 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Galaxy Z Flip 5 if its lower retail price better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryGalaxy Z Fold 5

Galaxy Z Fold 5 takes battery honors offering 4,400 mAh alongside 25W charging.

🎮 GamingGalaxy Z Flip 5

Galaxy Z Flip 5 leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy (4 nm) and 8GB RAM.

📸 CameraGalaxy Z Fold 5

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

🏷️ ValueGalaxy Z Flip 5

Galaxy Z Flip 5 provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $999 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 Z Flip 5 vs Galaxy Z Fold 5: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Specification	Galaxy Z Flip 5	Galaxy Z Fold 5
Screen size	6.7"	7.6"
Resolution	1080 x 2640	1812 x 2176Winner
Pixel density	426 ppiWinner	373 ppi
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Peak brightness	1750 nits	1750 nits

Performance

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

Camera

Camera comparison between the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Specification	Galaxy Z Flip 5	Galaxy Z Fold 5
Main sensor	12 MP	50 MPWinner
Rear cameras	2	3Winner
Optical zoom	—	3x
Ultrawide	12 MP	12 MP
Selfie camera	10 MP	10 MP
Max video	4K at 60fps	8K at 30fps / 4K at 60fps

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Specification	Galaxy Z Flip 5	Galaxy Z Fold 5
Capacity	3,700 mAh	4,400 mAhWinner
Wired charging	25 W	25 W
Wireless charging	15 W	15 W

Design

Design comparison between the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Specification	Galaxy Z Flip 5	Galaxy Z Fold 5
Weight	187 gWinner	253 g
Thickness	6.9 mm	6.1 mmWinner
Water resistance	IPX8	IPX8
Build	Armor Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 back and cover screen, Ultra Thin Glass inner folding screen	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 Z Flip 5, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Specification	Galaxy Z Flip 5	Galaxy Z Fold 5
Operating system	Android 13, upgradable to Android 15 (One UI 7)	Android 13
OS updates	4 years	4 years
Security updates	4 years	5 yearsWinner

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Specification	Galaxy Z Flip 5	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	$999Winner	$1,799