Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $1099 and $1799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 75/100 vs 65/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 has the bigger battery (4400 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is faster in AnTuTu (3,034,849 vs 1,818,396); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has the stronger camera (140 vs 128); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 253g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 1818396
- Better Geekbench Single: 2970 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9490 vs 5311
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 163g vs 253g
- Cheaper at launch: $1099 vs $1799
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (97/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 better?
- Bigger battery: 4400 vs 3900 mAh
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 29/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 10 points higher (75/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (73/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 leads (39/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 60/100, 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, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (89/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (73/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is a bit better (39/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (97/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3034849 | 1818396 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2970 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9490 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 2176x1812 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3900 mAh | 4400 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 140 | 128 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IPX8 | |
| Dimensions | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | 154.9×129.9×6.1 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 253 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $1799 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2176x1812
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 by 66.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $700. Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge was $700 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (91/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (89/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (73/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is a bit better (39/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (97/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on camera score (73/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on performance (91/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is a better fit for active users.