ASUS ROG Phone 7 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
The ASUS ROG Phone 7 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $999 and $1799. Both devices score the same overall rating of 65/100. Key differences: the ASUS ROG Phone 7 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4400); the ASUS ROG Phone 7 is faster in AnTuTu (1,828,576 vs 1,818,396); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 has the stronger camera (128 vs 108); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is thinner (6.1mm vs 10.3mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 7
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1828576 vs 1818396
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 239g vs 253g
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1799
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 78/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 better?
- Better camera (63/100 vs 48/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
The ASUS ROG Phone 7 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 received the same MobileRank rating — 65/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 leads (63/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 leads (60/100 vs 39/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 7 — 40/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 — 38/100; 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, both devices are on the same level — 76/100. In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 is a bit better (89/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 (63/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (60/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 (52/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 7 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 1828576 | 1818396 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2448x1080 | 2176x1812 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4400 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 108 | 128 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 / ROG UI | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IPX8 | |
| Dimensions | 173.0×77.0×10.3 mm | 154.9×129.9×6.1 mm | |
| Weight | 239 g | 253 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $1799 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 7
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 7
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2448x1080
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2176x1812
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 7
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS ROG Phone 7 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS ROG Phone 7 leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 by 0.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $800. ASUS ROG Phone 7 was $800 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 76/100.
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 is a bit better (89/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 (63/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (60/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 (52/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 7 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
Both devices scored 65/100. They are identical on performance — 76/100 for both. The clearest difference is portability: better on the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (52/100 vs 20/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 7 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The ASUS ROG Phone 7 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 7 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 leads on camera score (63/100 vs 48/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 7 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The ASUS ROG Phone 7 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is a better fit for active users.