Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600; launch prices were $999 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads — 66/100 vs 64/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has the bigger battery (4300 mAh vs 3700); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,113,347 vs 1,746,199).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1099
- Better camera (63/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3113347 vs 1746199
- Better Geekbench Single: 3235 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10904 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 4300 vs 3700 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Lighter: 180g vs 187g
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 24/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 78/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 scores 2 points higher (66/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (93/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 leads (63/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (37/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 — 38/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 42/100; 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 Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (93/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (63/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (37/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 78/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 1746199 | 3113347 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3235 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 10904 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2640x1080 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3700 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 127 | — | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX8 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 165.1×71.9×6.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 187 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2640x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
- 3700 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 by 43.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (93/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (63/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (37/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 78/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 leads on camera score (63/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (93/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.