ASUS ROG Phone 5 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
The ASUS ROG Phone 5 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888; launch prices were $799 and $1799. By overall MobileRank rating, the ASUS ROG Phone 5 leads — 61/100 vs 48/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the ASUS ROG Phone 5 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 64 MP vs 12 MP; the ASUS ROG Phone 5 is faster in AnTuTu (1,227,639 vs 1,135,878); the ASUS ROG Phone 5 is noticeably lighter (238g vs 271g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 5
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 5 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1227639 vs 1135878
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 238g vs 271g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1799
- Higher performance (65/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (48/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 38/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 78/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 better?
- Overall rating 48/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 5 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3, the ASUS ROG Phone 5 scores 13 points higher (61/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 5 leads (48/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 5 leads (60/100 vs 38/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 5 — 36/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 — 4/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 5 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 are nearly equal (65/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 5 is a bit better (89/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (48/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (60/100 vs 38/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 20/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 5 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 1227639 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2448x1080 | 2208x1768 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4400 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 10W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 24 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 / ROG UI | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Dimensions | 172.8×77.3×10.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 238 g | 271 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $1799 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 5
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 24MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 5
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2448x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2208x1768
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 5
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 10W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS ROG Phone 5 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS ROG Phone 5 leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 by 8.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1000. ASUS ROG Phone 5 was $1000 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 5 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 are nearly equal (65/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 5 is a bit better (89/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (48/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (60/100 vs 38/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 20/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 5 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3?
The ASUS ROG Phone 5 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 5 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3?
The ASUS ROG Phone 5 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 — 48/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 5 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3?
The ASUS ROG Phone 5 leads on camera score (48/100 vs 20/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 5 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3?
The ASUS ROG Phone 5 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 is a better fit for active users.