Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $999 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 73/100 vs 64/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 3700); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,382,020 vs 1,746,199); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is thinner (4.5mm vs 6.9mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 better?
- Lighter: 187g vs 201g
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1999
- Better camera (63/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 74/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3382020 vs 1746199
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 4800 vs 3700 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 24/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 9 points higher (73/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (96/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 leads (63/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (52/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 — 38/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 54/100; 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 Fold8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (96/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (52/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (78/100 vs 74/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1746199 | 3382020 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2640x1080 | 1828x2448 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3700 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 127 | — | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 17 / One UI 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX8 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 165.1×71.9×6.9 mm | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2640x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
- 3700 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 by 48.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1000. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 was $1000 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (96/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (52/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (78/100 vs 74/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 by just 9 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 Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 leads on camera score (63/100 vs 50/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (96/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.