Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 vs ZTE Axon 60 Ultra

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $1799 and $700. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 65/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4400); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is faster in AnTuTu (1,818,396 vs 1,757,044); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is thinner (6.1mm vs 9.1mm).

The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 by just 8 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 38

ZTE Axon 60 Ultra

Performance 76
Display 84
Camera 78
Battery 63
Portability 30
Value for money 60

What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 1818396 vs 1757044

  • Better portability (52/100 vs 30/100)

What makes ZTE Axon 60 Ultra better?

  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4400 mAh
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 25W
  • Cheaper at launch: $700 vs $1799

  • Better camera (78/100 vs 63/100)
  • Longer battery life (63/100 vs 39/100)
  • Better display (84/100 vs 78/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 vs the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra scores 8 points higher (73/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads (63/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 — 38/100, ZTE Axon 60 Ultra — 60/100; 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, both devices are on the same level — 76/100. In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a bit better (84/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (78/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (63/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (52/100 vs 30/100).

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is a better fit for active users.
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra: The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a better fit for active users.

Specs comparison

Specification Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
AnTuTu 1818396 1757044
Geekbench Single 2004 2004
Geekbench Multi 5311 5311
Display 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2176x1812 1260x2800
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4400 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 25W 80W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 128 —
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 10 MP 50 MP
Front camera 10 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 13 Android 14
NFC yes yes
Protection IPX8 IP68
Dimensions 154.9×129.9×6.1 mm 163.6×76.0×9.1 mm
Weight 253 g —
Launch price $1799 $700

Camera comparison

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5

  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 10MP
63
camera

ZTE Axon 60 Ultra

  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
78
camera

Display comparison

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5

  • 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 2176x1812
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
78
display

ZTE Axon 60 Ultra

  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display

Battery and charging

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5

  • 4400 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
39
battery

ZTE Axon 60 Ultra

  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
63
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 and ZTE Axon 60 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
65/100
1818396 AnTuTu
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
73/100 -3.5%
1757044 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 leads ZTE Axon 60 Ultra by 3.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5

$1799

ZTE Axon 60 Ultra

$700

Launch price difference: $1099. ZTE Axon 60 Ultra was $1099 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 76/100.

display

In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a bit better (84/100 vs 78/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (78/100 vs 63/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (63/100 vs 39/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (52/100 vs 30/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?

The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra 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 ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra — 73/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?

The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads on camera score (78/100 vs 63/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 over the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a better fit for active users.