ASUS Asus ROG Phone 9 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide

The ASUS Asus ROG Phone 9 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. Both devices score the same overall rating of 71/100. Key differences: the ASUS Asus ROG Phone 9 has the bigger battery (5800 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is noticeably lighter (199g vs 227g).

Both devices scored the same rating of 71/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS Asus ROG Phone 9
Performance 92
Display 89
Camera 42
Battery 67
Portability 33
Value for money
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
Performance 92
Display 81
Camera 50
Battery 45
Portability 76
Value for money
What makes ASUS Asus ROG Phone 9 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5800 vs 4800 mAh
  • Faster charging: 65W vs 45W
  • Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz

  • Longer battery life (67/100 vs 45/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide better?
  • Lighter: 199g vs 227g

  • Better camera (50/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better portability (76/100 vs 33/100)
Comparison verdict

The ASUS Asus ROG Phone 9 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide received the same MobileRank rating — 71/100. In the "battery" category, the ASUS Asus ROG Phone 9 leads (67/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 92/100. In the "display" category, the ASUS Asus ROG Phone 9 is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS Asus ROG Phone 9 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (67/100 vs 45/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide significantly outperforms the ASUS Asus ROG Phone 9 (76/100 vs 33/100).

ASUS Asus ROG Phone 9: The ASUS Asus ROG Phone 9 is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Specs comparison
Specification ASUS Asus ROG Phone 9 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 3119308 3119308
Geekbench Single 3041 3041
Geekbench Multi 9494 9494
Display 6.8" LTPO AMOLED 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2
Resolution 1080x2400 1828x2584
Refresh rate 185 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5800 mAh 4800 mAh
Charging 65W 45W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 50 MP
Front camera 32 MP 10 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 15, up to 2 major Android upgrades Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8
Brightness (peak) 2500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP48
Dimensions 163.8×76.8×8.9 mm 161.4×123.9×4.9 mm
Weight 227 g 199 g
Price
Camera comparison
ASUS Asus ROG Phone 9
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
42
camera
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 10MP
50
camera
Display comparison
ASUS Asus ROG Phone 9
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 185 Hz
89
display
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
  • 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2
  • Resolution: 1828x2584
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
81
display
Battery and charging
ASUS Asus ROG Phone 9
  • 5800 mAh
  • Wired: 65W
  • Wireless: 15W
67
battery
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
45
battery
Overall performance score

We compared ASUS Asus ROG Phone 9 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

ASUS Asus ROG Phone 9 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
71/100
3119308 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
71/100
3119308 AnTuTu

Equal performance based on benchmark results.

Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 92/100.

display

In the "display" category, the ASUS Asus ROG Phone 9 is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ASUS Asus ROG Phone 9 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (67/100 vs 45/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide significantly outperforms the ASUS Asus ROG Phone 9 (76/100 vs 33/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS Asus ROG Phone 9 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?

Both devices scored 71/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide.

What is the rating of the ASUS Asus ROG Phone 9 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?

The ASUS Asus ROG Phone 9 has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide — 71/100.

Which has the better camera: the ASUS Asus ROG Phone 9 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads on camera score (50/100 vs 42/100).

Should you choose the ASUS Asus ROG Phone 9 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?

The ASUS Asus ROG Phone 9 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a better fit for gamers and power users.