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).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 by 46 points (71/100 vs 25/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 5
Performance 21
Display 32
Camera 12
Battery 32
Portability 80
Value for money 12
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
Performance 92
Display 81
Camera 50
Battery 45
Portability 76
Value for money
What makes Redmi Note 5 better?
  • Lighter: 180g vs 199g

  • Better portability (80/100 vs 76/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide better?
  • 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)
Comparison verdict

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).

Redmi Note 5: The Redmi Note 5 is a better fit for everyday use.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Specs comparison
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
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 5
  • Main: 12MP
  • Front: 13MP
12
camera
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 10MP
50
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Note 5
  • 6.0" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
32
display
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
  • 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2
  • Resolution: 1828x2584
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
81
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 5
  • 4000 mAh
  • Wireless charging: no data
32
battery
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
45
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi Note 5 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi Note 5 Qualcomm Snapdragon 636
25/100
282713 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
71/100 +90.9%
3119308 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads Redmi Note 5 by 90.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi Note 5
$200
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

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).

Frequently asked questions
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.