Samsung Galaxy S23 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
The Samsung Galaxy S23 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $799 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads — 66/100 vs 64/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S23 has the bigger battery (3900 mAh vs 3700); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 is faster in AnTuTu (1,746,199 vs 1,712,393); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S23 has the stronger camera (133 vs 127); the Samsung Galaxy S23 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 187g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S23
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 better?
- Bigger battery: 3900 vs 3700 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Lighter: 168g vs 187g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $999
- Better camera (67/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (29/100 vs 24/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 78/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1746199 vs 1712393
- Overall rating 64/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5, the Samsung Galaxy S23 scores 2 points higher (66/100 vs 64/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S23 — 46/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 — 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 — 75/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 82/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 are nearly equal (67/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 is a bit better (29/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 is a bit better (83/100 vs 78/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 1712393 | 1746199 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.1" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 2640x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3900 mAh | 3700 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | 127 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | 1750 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IPX8 | |
| Dimensions | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | 165.1×71.9×6.9 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 187 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2640x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
- 3700 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S23 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 leads Samsung Galaxy S23 by 1.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Samsung Galaxy S23 was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 75/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 82/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 are nearly equal (67/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 is a bit better (29/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 is a bit better (83/100 vs 78/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 — 64/100.
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 is a better fit for active users.