Quick Verdict
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus if battery life and all-day usage matter most.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus if you want the best value for your money.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Performance
96.5 ★
93.9
Camera
86.0
86.0
Battery
78.0 ★
66.0
Gaming
96.5 ★
94.3
Overall
89.2 ★
85.8
Value for Money
Best Value ★
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Scores are out of 100. Value for Money = overall score per rupee spent.
Performance Winner
Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus
96.5/100
Battery Winner
Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus
78.0/100
Gaming Winner
Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus
96.5/100
Overall Winner
Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus
89.2/100
Best Value
Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus
📷 Camera
Tie
🔋 Battery
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus
💰 Value
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.70"
7.60"
Display Type
Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+
Resolution
1440 x 3120
1812x2176
Refresh Rate
120 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite 2
Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
GPU
Adreno 840
Adreno 740
RAM
12 GB
12 GB
Storage
256 GB
512 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
50MP (main, OIS) + 12MP (ultrawide) + 10MP (telephoto 3x)
50 MP, f/1.8, 23mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 10 MP, f/2.4, 66mm (telephoto), 1/3.94", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom 12 MP, f/2.2, 12mm, 123˚ (ultrawide), 1/3.06", 1.12µm
Selfie Camera
12MP (wide)
4 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/3.0", 2.0µm, under display Cover camera: 10 MP, f/2.2, 24mm (wide), 1/3.0", 1.22µm
Video Recording
8K@30fps, 4K@60fps, 1080p@60fps
4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
4898 mAh
4400 mAh
Charging
45W wired, 15W wireless, 4.5W reverse
25W wired, 50% in 30 min 15W wireless 4.5W reverse wireless
📶 Network & Connectivity
5G
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
Bluetooth 5.4
5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX
NFC
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 3.2
USB Type-C 3.2, OTG
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Dual SIM (Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM)
· Nano-SIM + eSIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
159.0 x 74.5 x 7.3 mm
Unfolded: 154.9 x 129.9 x 6.1 mmFolded: 154.9 x 67.1 x 13.4 mm
Weight
190g
253g
Build Material
Gorilla Glass Armor 2 front & back, armor aluminum frame
Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2) (folded), plastic front (unfolded), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame
Colors
Black, White, Cobalt Violet, Sky Blue
Icy Blue, Phantom Black, Cream, Gray, Blue
💻 Software
Operating System
Android 16, One UI 8
Android 13, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI 8.5
Our Verdict
Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus is the overall winner in this comparison, scoring 89.2/100 overall. It excels in Performance, Battery, Gaming. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 puts up a strong fight with a score of 85.8/100.
Pros & Cons Comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Good camera quality
- Good battery life
- Great for gaming
- 120Hz smooth display
Cons
- Premium pricing
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 (253g)
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5?
Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus is the overall winner with a score of 89.2/100, winning in 3 out of 4 categories.
Which has a better camera, Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5?
Both phones have identical camera scores.
Which has better battery life?
Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus has better battery with a score of 78.0/100.
Which is better for gaming?
Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus is better for gaming with a score of 96.5/100.
Which offers better value for money?
Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus offers better value at PKR 364,999 with a value score of 1.1.
What is the price difference between Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5?
Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus costs PKR 364,999 while Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 costs PKR 399,999. The price difference is PKR 35,000.
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