Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads — 69/100 vs 65/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 1,818,396); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is noticeably lighter (215g vs 253g).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
Performance 76
Display 78
Camera 63
Battery 39
Portability 52
Value for money 34
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
Performance 92
Display 78
Camera 52
Battery 39
Portability 66
Value for money
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 better?

  • Better camera (63/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 1818396
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 2004
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 5311
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 215g vs 253g

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 76/100)
  • Better portability (66/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 scores 4 points higher (69/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads (92/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 leads (63/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (92/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 78/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is a bit better (63/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 39/100. In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a bit better (66/100 vs 52/100).

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is a better fit for active users.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 1818396 3119308
Geekbench Single 2004 3041
Geekbench Multi 5311 9494
Display 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2
Resolution 2176x1812 1968x2184
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4400 mAh 4400 mAh
Charging 25W 25W
Wireless charging 15W 15W
DXOMark (camera) 128
Main camera 50 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 10 MP 10 MP
Front camera 10 MP 10 MP
RAM 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 13 Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IPX8 IP48
Dimensions 154.9×129.9×6.1 mm 158.4×143.2×4.2 mm
Weight 253 g 215 g
Launch price $1799
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 10MP
63
camera
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 10MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
  • 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 2176x1812
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
78
display
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
  • 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2
  • Resolution: 1968x2184
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
78
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
  • 4400 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
39
battery
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
  • 4400 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
39
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
65/100
1818396 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
69/100 +41.7%
3119308 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 by 41.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
$1799
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (92/100 vs 76/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 78/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is a bit better (63/100 vs 52/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 39/100.

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a bit better (66/100 vs 52/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 — 69/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 leads on camera score (63/100 vs 52/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads on performance (92/100 vs 76/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a better fit for gamers and power users.