Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 vs Sony Xperia 1 III
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Sony Xperia 1 III (2021) runs on the Snapdragon 888; launch prices were $1799 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 leads — 65/100 vs 60/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia 1 III has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is faster in AnTuTu (1,818,396 vs 1,232,200); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 has the stronger camera (128 vs 105); the Sony Xperia 1 III is noticeably lighter (186g vs 253g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
Sony Xperia 1 III
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1818396 vs 1232200
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 3537
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Faster wireless charging: 15W vs 11W
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 65/100)
- Better camera (63/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 1 III better?
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 25W
- Lighter: 186g vs 253g
- Cheaper at launch: $1299 vs $1799
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (65/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 vs the Sony Xperia 1 III, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 scores 5 points higher (65/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 leads (76/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 leads (63/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 — 38/100, Sony Xperia 1 III — 30/100; 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 Fold5 is a bit better (76/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 III is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 III (63/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 III and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 are nearly equal (42/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 1 III is a bit better (65/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 | Sony Xperia 1 III | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 1818396 | 1232200 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 3537 | |
| Display | 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.5" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2176x1812 | 1644x3840 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 11W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 128 | 105 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 11 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX8 | IP65/IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 154.9×129.9×6.1 mm | 165.0×71.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 253 g | 186 g | |
| Launch price | $1799 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Sony Xperia 1 III
- Main: 12MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2176x1812
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 1 III
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 1644x3840
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Sony Xperia 1 III
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 11W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 and Sony Xperia 1 III, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 leads Sony Xperia 1 III by 47.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $500. Sony Xperia 1 III was $500 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is a bit better (76/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 III is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 III (63/100 vs 46/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 III and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 are nearly equal (42/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 1 III is a bit better (65/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 or the Sony Xperia 1 III?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 edges out the Sony Xperia 1 III by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 and the Sony Xperia 1 III?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Sony Xperia 1 III — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 or the Sony Xperia 1 III?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 leads on camera score (63/100 vs 46/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 or the Sony Xperia 1 III?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 leads on performance (76/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 over the Sony Xperia 1 III?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is a better fit for active users. The Sony Xperia 1 III is a better fit for active users.