Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $999 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 64/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has the bigger battery (4900 mAh vs 3700); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 1,746,199).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 1746199
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 4900 vs 3700 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 better?
- Lighter: 187g vs 190g
- Better camera (63/100 vs 40/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 72/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 6 points higher (70/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 leads (63/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (54/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 50/100, 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, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (91/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (63/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (54/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 is a bit better (78/100 vs 72/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3161126 | 1746199 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2900 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9200 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 2640x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 3700 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 127 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 1750 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IPX8 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 165.1×71.9×6.9 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 187 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 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 S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2640x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
- 3700 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26+ and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 by 81.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $0. Same launch price.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (91/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (63/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (54/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 is a bit better (78/100 vs 72/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 leads on camera score (63/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26+ over the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 is a better fit for active users.