Samsung Galaxy S25+ vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ (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 $999 and $1799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads — 71/100 vs 65/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S25+ has the bigger battery (4900 mAh vs 4400); the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,219,688 vs 1,818,396); the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 253g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25+
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3219688 vs 1818396
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9700 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 4900 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Lighter: 190g vs 253g
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1799
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 76/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 better?
- Better camera (63/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25+ vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ scores 6 points higher (71/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads (92/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 leads (63/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads (54/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S25+ — 52/100, 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+ notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (92/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (63/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (54/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (72/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25+ | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3219688 | 1818396 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9700 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 2176x1812 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 4400 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 128 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 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 | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 154.9×129.9×6.1 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 253 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $1799 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 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+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25+ and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 by 77.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $800. Samsung Galaxy S25+ was $800 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (92/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (63/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (54/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (72/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25+ or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25+ and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25+ or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 leads on camera score (63/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S25+ or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads on performance (92/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25+ over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is a better fit for active users.