Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, 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 S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 65/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,463,142 vs 1,818,396); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has the stronger camera (157 vs 128); the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is noticeably lighter (214g vs 253g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 1818396
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 60W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Lighter: 214g vs 253g
- Cheaper at launch: $1299 vs $1799
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 78/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 better?
- Better portability (52/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 19 points higher (84/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (61/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 78/100, 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 S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (96/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (86/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (61/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (52/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3463142 | 1818396 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 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 | 60W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | 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 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IPX8 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | 154.9×129.9×6.1 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 253 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $1799 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 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 S26 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 S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 by 90.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $500. Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra was $500 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (96/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (86/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (61/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (52/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is a better fit for active users.