Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $799 and $1799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 65/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 has the bigger battery (4400 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 1,818,396); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S26 has the stronger camera (146 vs 128); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 253g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 1818396
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 5311
- Lighter: 162g vs 253g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1799
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 better?
- Bigger battery: 4400 vs 4000 mAh
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 9 points higher (74/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100, 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 is a bit better (89/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (77/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is a bit better (39/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (89/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 2827538 | 1818396 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 2176x1812 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 4400 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 146 | 128 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IPX8 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 154.9×129.9×6.1 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 253 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $1799 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- 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
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 by 55.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1000. Samsung Galaxy S26 was $1000 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (89/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 78/100).
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 Z Fold5 is a bit better (39/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (89/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
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 Fold5?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is a better fit for active users.