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; launch prices were $1799 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads — 75/100 vs 65/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is faster in AnTuTu (3,065,623 vs 1,818,396); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 has the stronger camera (145 vs 128); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is noticeably lighter (215g vs 253g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $1799 vs $1999
- Overall rating 65/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3065623 vs 1818396
- Better Geekbench Single: 2910 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9174 vs 5311
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 215g vs 253g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (76/100 vs 63/100)
- 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 10 points higher (75/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads (76/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 — 38/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 — 58/100; 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 Fold7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 78/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a bit better (76/100 vs 63/100). 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).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1818396 | 3065623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 2910 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 9174 | |
| Display | 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2176x1812 | 2184x1968 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 4400 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 128 | 145 | |
| 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 / 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 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2176x1812
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2184x1968
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 by 40.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (91/100 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 Fold7 is a bit better (76/100 vs 63/100).
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 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
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 — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads on camera score (76/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads on performance (91/100 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.