Quick Verdict
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S26 if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S26 if you want the best value for your money.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S26 if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Samsung Galaxy S26
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Performance
96.5 ★
93.9
Camera
86.0
86.0
Battery
66.0
66.0
Gaming
96.5 ★
94.3
Overall
88.3 ★
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
96.5/100
Gaming Winner
Samsung Galaxy S26
96.5/100
Overall Winner
Samsung Galaxy S26
88.3/100
Best Value
Samsung Galaxy S26
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S26
📷 Camera
Tie
🔋 Battery
Tie
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S26
💰 Value
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S26
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.30"
7.60"
Display Type
Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 2600 nits (peak)
Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+
Resolution
1080x2340
1812x2176
Refresh Rate
120 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm SM8850-1-AD Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) - US/CNExynos 2600 (2 nm) - ROW
Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
GPU
Adreno 840 (1.3GHz) - US/CNXclipse 960 - ROW
Adreno 740
RAM
12 GB
12 GB
Storage
256 GB
512 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
50 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 10 MP, f/2.4, 67mm (telephoto), 1/3.94", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.55" 1.4µm, Super Steady video
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
12 MP, f/2.2, 23mm (wide), 1/3.2", 1.12µm, dual pixel PDAF
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
4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps
4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
4300 mAh
4400 mAh
Charging
25W wired, PD3.0, 55% in 30 min 15W wireless (Qi2 Ready) 4.5W reverse wireless
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, tri-band, Wi-Fi Dire
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
5.4, A2DP, LE
5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX
NFC
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 3.2, DisplayPort 1.2, OTG
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
149.6 x 71.7 x 7.2 mm (5.89 x 2.82 x 0.28 in)
Unfolded: 154.9 x 129.9 x 6.1 mmFolded: 154.9 x 67.1 x 13.4 mm
Weight
167g
253g
Build Material
Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame
Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2) (folded), plastic front (unfolded), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame
Colors
Cobalt Violet, Sky Blue, Black, White, Silver Shadow, Pink Gold
Icy Blue, Phantom Black, Cream, Gray, Blue
💻 Software
Operating System
Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8.5
Android 13, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI 8.5
Our Verdict
Samsung Galaxy S26 is the overall winner in this comparison, scoring 88.3/100 overall. It excels in Performance, Gaming. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 puts up a strong fight with a score of 85.8/100.
Pros & Cons Comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Good camera quality
- Great for gaming
- 120Hz smooth display
- 5G connectivity
Cons
- Below-average battery
- 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 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5?
Samsung Galaxy S26 is the overall winner with a score of 88.3/100, winning in 2 out of 4 categories.
Which has a better camera, Samsung Galaxy S26 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5?
Both phones have identical camera scores.
Which has better battery life?
Both phones have similar battery performance.
Which is better for gaming?
Samsung Galaxy S26 is better for gaming with a score of 96.5/100.
Which offers better value for money?
Samsung Galaxy S26 offers better value at PKR 299,996 with a value score of 1.4.
What is the price difference between Samsung Galaxy S26 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5?
Samsung Galaxy S26 costs PKR 299,996 while Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 costs PKR 399,999. The price difference is PKR 100,003.
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