Redmi Note 5 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
The Redmi Note 5 (2018) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads — 71/100 vs 25/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 282,713); the Redmi Note 5 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 199g).
Redmi Note 5
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- Lighter: 180g vs 199g
- Better portability (80/100 vs 76/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 282713
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 294
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 1083
- Bigger battery: 4800 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 21/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 32/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 5 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide scores 46 points higher (71/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads (92/100 vs 21/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads (50/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads (45/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (92/100 vs 21/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (81/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (50/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a bit better (45/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 5 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide are nearly equal (80/100 vs 76/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 5 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 282713 | 3119308 | |
| Geekbench Single | 294 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1083 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.0" IPS LCD | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2 | |
| Resolution | — | 1828x2584 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 45W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8 | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | — | 161.4×123.9×4.9 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | — |
Redmi Note 5
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Redmi Note 5
- 6.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2
- Resolution: 1828x2584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 5
- 4000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi Note 5 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads Redmi Note 5 by 90.9% in our overall performance rating.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (92/100 vs 21/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (81/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (50/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a bit better (45/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 5 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide are nearly equal (80/100 vs 76/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 5 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 by 46 points (71/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 5 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Redmi Note 5 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 5 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads on camera score (50/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 5 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads on performance (92/100 vs 21/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 5 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Redmi Note 5 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a better fit for gamers and power users.