Quick Verdict
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra if you want the better camera for photos and videos.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra if battery life and all-day usage matter most.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra if you want the best value for your money.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Performance
93.9
93.9
Camera
100.0 ★
86.0
Battery
88.0 ★
66.0
Gaming
94.3
94.3
Overall
93.7 ★
85.8
Value for Money
Best Value ★
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Scores are out of 100. Value for Money = overall score per rupee spent.
Camera Winner
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
100.0/100
Battery Winner
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
88.0/100
Overall Winner
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
93.7/100
Best Value
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
Tie
📷 Camera
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
🔋 Battery
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
🎮 Gaming
Tie
💰 Value
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.80"
7.60"
Display Type
Dynamic AMOLED 2X Capacitive Touchscreen, Multitouch
Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X Capacitive Touchscreen, Multitouch
Resolution
1440x3088
1812x2176
Refresh Rate
120 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
GPU
Adreno 740
Adreno 740
RAM
12 GB
12 GB
Storage
512 GB
512 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
Quad Camera: 200 MP, f/1.8, 23mm (wide), 1/1.3", PDAF, Laser AF, OIS 10 MP, f/4.9, 230mm (periscope telephoto), 1/3.52", 1.12µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS, 10x optical zoom + 10 MP, f/2.4, 70mm (telephoto), 1/3.52", dual pixel PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom + 12 M
Triple Camera: 50 MP, f/1.8, 23mm (wide), Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS + 10 MP, f/2.4, (telephoto), PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom + 12 MP, f/2.2, 123˚, 12mm (ultrawide), LED Flash
Selfie Camera
12 MP
N/A
Video Recording
8K@24/30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 720p@960fps, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS
8K@24fps, 4K@60fps, 1080p@60/240fps (gyro-EIS
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
5000 mAh
4400 mAh
Charging
Fast battery 45W wired, PD3.0 15W wireless (Qi/PMA), 4.5W reverse wireless
Fast charging 25W wired, 50% in 30 min (advertised), 15W wireless, 4.5W reverse wireless
📶 Network & Connectivity
5G
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Dire
Bluetooth
5.3 with A2DP, LE
5.3 with A2DP, LE, a
NFC
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 3.2, OTG
USB Type-C 3.2, OTG
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Dual Sim, eSIM (Nano-SIM), (2 Nano-SIMs and eSIM, dual stand-by)
Nano-SIM and eSIM or Dual SIM (2 Nano-SIMs and eSIM, dual stand-by)
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
163.4 x 78.1 x 8.9 mm
Unfolded: (158.5 x 128.5 x 6.5 mm), Folded: (158.5 x 67.5 x 14.5-16 mm)
Weight
233g
275g
Build Material
Corning Gorilla Glass Victus
Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+
Colors
Green, Phantom Black, Lavender, Cream, Lime, Sky Blue, Graphite, Red,
Black; other colors
💻 Software
Operating System
Android 13
Android 13
Our Verdict
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is the overall winner in this comparison, scoring 93.7/100 overall. It excels in Camera, Battery. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 puts up a strong fight with a score of 85.8/100.
Pros & Cons Comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Excellent camera system
- All-day battery life
- Great for gaming
- 120Hz smooth display
Cons
- Premium pricing
- Heavy (233g)
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Good camera quality
- Great for gaming
- 120Hz smooth display
- 5G connectivity
Cons
- Below-average battery
- Premium pricing
- Heavy (275g)
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5?
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is the overall winner with a score of 93.7/100, winning in 2 out of 4 categories.
Which has a better camera, Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5?
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra wins in camera with 100.0/100 vs 86.0/100.
Which has better battery life?
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra has better battery with a score of 88.0/100.
Which is better for gaming?
Both phones offer similar gaming performance.
Which offers better value for money?
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra offers better value at PKR 389,999 with a value score of 1.1.
What is the price difference between Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5?
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra costs PKR 389,999 while Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 costs PKR 399,999. The price difference is PKR 10,000.
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