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 $799 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 75/100 vs 64/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26 has the bigger battery (4000 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); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S26 has the stronger camera (146 vs 127); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 187g).
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: 2880 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 4000 vs 3700 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Lighter: 162g vs 187g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $999
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (31/100 vs 24/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 78/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 better?
- Better display (82/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 11 points higher (75/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (91/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 — 64/100, 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 Z Flip5 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (77/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (31/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (89/100 vs 78/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3161126 | 1746199 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 2640x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 3700 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 146 | 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 | 128GB / 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 | 162 g | 187 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $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
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2640x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- 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: $200. Samsung Galaxy S26 was $200 cheaper at launch.
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 Z Flip5 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (77/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (31/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (89/100 vs 78/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, 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 S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 63/100).
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.