Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5

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

Samsung

Galaxy Z Fold 5

$1,799

4categories won

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

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 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 Z Flip 8. Choose the Galaxy Z Flip 8 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 Z Flip 8

Galaxy Z Flip 8 wins on endurance with 4,400 mAh and 45W fast charging.

🎮 GamingGalaxy Z Flip 8

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

📸 CameraGalaxy Z Fold 5

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

🏷️ ValueGalaxy Z Flip 8

Galaxy Z Flip 8 provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $1099 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 8 vs Galaxy Z Fold 5: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Specification	Galaxy Z Flip 8	Galaxy Z Fold 5
Screen size	6.75"	7.6"
Resolution	1080 x 2640	1812 x 2176Winner
Pixel density	423 ppiWinner	373 ppi
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Peak brightness	2800 nitsWinner	1750 nits

Performance

Performance comparison between the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Specification	Galaxy Z Flip 8	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 Z Flip 8, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Specification	Galaxy Z Flip 8	Galaxy Z Fold 5
Main sensor	50 MP	50 MP
Rear cameras	2	3Winner
Optical zoom	—	3x
Ultrawide	50 MPWinner	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 Z Flip 8, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Specification	Galaxy Z Flip 8	Galaxy Z Fold 5
Capacity	4,400 mAh	4,400 mAh
Wired charging	45 WWinner	25 W
Wireless charging	20 WWinner	15 W

Design

Design comparison between the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Specification	Galaxy Z Flip 8	Galaxy Z Fold 5
Weight	187 gWinner	253 g
Thickness	6.7 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 Z Flip 8, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Specification	Galaxy Z Flip 8	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 Z Flip 8, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Specification	Galaxy Z Flip 8	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	$1,099Winner	$1,799