Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (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 $1299 and $1799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 79/100 vs 65/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,780,751 vs 1,818,396); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has the stronger camera (151 vs 128); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is noticeably lighter (218g vs 253g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2780751 vs 1818396
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 218g vs 253g
- Cheaper at launch: $1299 vs $1799
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 78/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 better?
- Better portability (52/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 14 points higher (79/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (56/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 68/100, 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 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (81/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (56/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 2780751 | 1818396 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9760 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 2176x1812 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4400 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 151 | 128 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IPX8 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | 154.9×129.9×6.1 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 253 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $1799 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" 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 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 by 52.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $500. Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra was $500 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (91/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (81/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (56/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (91/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is a better fit for active users.