Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs Tecno Pop 5X
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Tecno Pop 5X (2022) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads — 61/100 vs 9/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 has the bigger battery (4400 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 8 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pop 5X doesn't; the Tecno Pop 5X is noticeably lighter (150g vs 215g).
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
Tecno Pop 5X
- Bigger battery: 4400 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 8MP
- Higher performance (67/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (76/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (25/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Lighter: 150g vs 215g
- Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 31/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs the Tecno Pop 5X, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 scores 52 points higher (61/100 vs 9/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads (67/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads (76/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads (25/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pop 5X leads (55/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (67/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (76/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is a bit better (25/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (100/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (55/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 | Tecno Pop 5X | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | 3065623 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 2910 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9174 | — | |
| Display | 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2184x1968 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 145 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 8 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8 | Android 10 (Go edition), HiOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP48 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×143.2×4.2 mm | 166.0×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 150 g | |
| Price | $1999 | — |
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Tecno Pop 5X
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
- 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2184x1968
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pop 5X
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Tecno Pop 5X
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pop 5X
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (67/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (76/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is a bit better (25/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (100/100 vs 31/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (55/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 or the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X by 52 points (61/100 vs 9/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Tecno Pop 5X — 9/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 or the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads on camera score (76/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 or the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads on performance (67/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 over the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is a better fit for active users. The Tecno Pop 5X is a better fit for everyday use.