Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (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 $1799 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 73/100 vs 65/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 4400); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,382,020 vs 1,818,396); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is noticeably lighter (201g vs 253g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $1799 vs $1999
- Better camera (63/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3382020 vs 1818396
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 4800 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Lighter: 201g vs 253g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 76/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 8 points higher (73/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (96/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 leads (63/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (52/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 — 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 Fold5 (96/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (52/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (74/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1818396 | 3382020 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 11047 | |
| Display | 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2176x1812 | 1828x2448 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 128 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 17 / One UI 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX8 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 154.9×129.9×6.1 mm | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | |
| Weight | 253 g | 201 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 Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2176x1812
- 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 Fold5
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 by 46.2% 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 Fold8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (96/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (52/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (74/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 by just 8 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 Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 leads on camera score (63/100 vs 50/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (96/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.