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 — 75/100 vs 65/100 (a 10-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 (3,161,126 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: 3161126 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 (91/100 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 10 points higher (75/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 — 64/100, Samsung Galaxy Z 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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (91/100 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 | 3161126 | 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 73.8% 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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (91/100 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 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, 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 (91/100 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.