Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 vs Sony Xperia 5 V

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Sony Xperia 5 V (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; estimated prices are $1899 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 leads — 49/100 vs 47/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia 5 V has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 is faster in AnTuTu (2,347,721 vs 1,519,456); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 has the stronger camera (130 vs 118); the Sony Xperia 5 V is noticeably lighter (182g vs 239g).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 edges out the Sony Xperia 5 V by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
Performance 45
Display 100
Camera 65
Battery 25
Design 1
Value for money 0
Sony Xperia 5 V
Performance 26
Display 100
Camera 56
Battery 39
Design 72
Value for money 41
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2347721 vs 1519456
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2205 vs 2004
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 7192 vs 5311
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP

  • Higher performance (45/100 vs 26/100)
  • Better camera (65/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 5 V better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4400 mAh
  • Faster charging: 30W vs 25W
  • Lighter: 182g vs 239g
  • Cheaper: $999 vs $1899

  • Longer battery life (39/100 vs 25/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (72/100 vs 1/100)
  • Better value for money (41/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 vs the Sony Xperia 5 V, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 scores 2 points higher (49/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 leads (45/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V leads (39/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V leads (41/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 V (45/100 vs 26/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 is a bit better (65/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V is a bit better (39/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 (72/100 vs 1/100). In the "value for money" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 (41/100 vs 0/100).

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 is a better fit for everyday use.
Sony Xperia 5 V: The Sony Xperia 5 V is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 Sony Xperia 5 V
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
AnTuTu 2347721 1519456
Geekbench Single 2205 2004
Geekbench Multi 7192 5311
Display 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 6.1" OLED
Resolution 2160x1856 1080x2520
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4400 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 25W 30W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 130 118
Main camera 50 MP 48 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 10 MP 0 MP
Front camera 10 MP 12 MP
RAM 12GB 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 14 Android 13
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP48 IP65
Dimensions 153.5×132.6×5.6 mm 154.0×68.0×8.6 mm
Weight 239 g 182 g
Price $1899 $999
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 10MP
65
camera
Sony Xperia 5 V
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 12MP
56
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
  • 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 2160x1856
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Sony Xperia 5 V
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2520
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
  • 4400 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
25
battery
Sony Xperia 5 V
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 and Sony Xperia 5 V, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
49/100
2347721 AnTuTu
Sony Xperia 5 V Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
47/100 -54.5%
1519456 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 leads Sony Xperia 5 V by 54.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
$1899
Sony Xperia 5 V
$999

Price difference: $900. Sony Xperia 5 V is cheaper by $900.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 V (45/100 vs 26/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 is a bit better (65/100 vs 56/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V is a bit better (39/100 vs 25/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 (72/100 vs 1/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 (41/100 vs 0/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 or the Sony Xperia 5 V?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 edges out the Sony Xperia 5 V by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 and the Sony Xperia 5 V?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Sony Xperia 5 V — 47/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 or the Sony Xperia 5 V?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 leads on camera score (65/100 vs 56/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 or the Sony Xperia 5 V?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 leads on performance (45/100 vs 26/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 over the Sony Xperia 5 V?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 is a better fit for everyday use. The Sony Xperia 5 V is a better fit for everyday use.