Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1299 and $2899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 79/100 vs 69/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold has the bigger battery (5600 mAh vs 5000); the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is faster in AnTuTu (2,926,532 vs 2,780,751); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is noticeably lighter (218g vs 309g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 9287
- Lighter: 218g vs 309g
- Cheaper at launch: $1299 vs $2899
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 90/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 70/100)
- Better portability (46/100 vs 20/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2926532 vs 2780751
- Bigger battery: 5600 vs 5000 mAh
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 10 points higher (79/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 68/100, Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold — 46/100; 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 and the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold are nearly equal (91/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (88/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (81/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a bit better (63/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (46/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2780751 | 2926532 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9760 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 2160x1584 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5600 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 151 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 16 / One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | 159.2×75.0×12.9 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 309 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $2899 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- 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 TriFold
- 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2160x1584
- 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 TriFold
- 5600 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra by 5.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1600. Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra was $1600 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold are nearly equal (91/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (88/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (81/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a bit better (63/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (46/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold — 69/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra over the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a better fit for gamers and power users.