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. By overall MobileRank rating, the ASUS ROG Phone 5 leads — 60/100 vs 48/100 (a 12-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 noticeably lighter (238g vs 271g).

The ASUS ROG Phone 5 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 5
Performance 63
Display 89
Camera 48
Battery 60
Portability 20
Value for money
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
Performance 63
Display 78
Camera 20
Battery 38
Portability 20
Value for money 0
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 5 better?
  • 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

  • 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 12 points higher (60/100 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). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 63/100. 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.

ASUS ROG Phone 5: The ASUS ROG Phone 5 is a better fit for active users.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification ASUS ROG Phone 5 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 Qualcomm Snapdragon 888
AnTuTu 1119714 1119714
Geekbench Single 1488 1488
Geekbench Multi 3373 3373
Display 6.8" AMOLED 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1080x2448 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 $1799
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 5
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 24MP
48
camera
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
  • Main: 12MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
20
camera
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 5
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2448
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
89
display
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
  • 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 2208x1768
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
78
display
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 5
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 65W
  • No wireless charging
60
battery
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
  • 4400 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 10W
38
battery
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 Qualcomm Snapdragon 888
60/100
1119714 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 Qualcomm Snapdragon 888
48/100
1119714 AnTuTu

Equal performance based on benchmark results.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
ASUS ROG Phone 5
Price unknown
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
$1799
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 63/100.

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 12 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 60/100, 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.