Quick Verdict
- Choose Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 if you want the better camera for photos and videos.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S26 if you want the best value for your money.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Samsung Galaxy S26
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Performance
88.7
93.9 ★
Camera
78.0
86.0 ★
Battery
66.0
66.0
Gaming
86.9
94.3 ★
Overall
83.0
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 Z Fold 5
93.9/100
Camera Winner
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
86.0/100
Gaming Winner
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
94.3/100
Overall Winner
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
85.8/100
Best Value
Samsung Galaxy S26
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
📷 Camera
🏆 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
🔋 Battery
Tie
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
💰 Value
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S26
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.30"
7.60"
Display Type
Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X Capacitive Touchscreen
Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X Capacitive Touchscreen, Multitouch
Resolution
1080x2340
1812x2176
Refresh Rate
120 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Exynos 2600 (2 nm)
Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
GPU
Xclipse 960
Adreno 740
RAM
12 GB
12 GB
Storage
256 GB
512 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
Triple Camera: 50 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56", dual pixel PDAF, OIS + 10 MP, f/2.4, 67mm (telephoto), 1/3.94", PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom + 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, (ultrawide), 1/2.55", Super Steady video, LED Flash
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, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/3.2", dual pixel PDAF, HDR, HDR10+, Video (4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps)
N/A
Video Recording
8K@24/30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS
8K@24fps, 4K@60fps, 1080p@60/240fps (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 (advertised), 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/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Dire
Bluetooth
5.4 with A2DP, LE
5.3 with A2DP, LE, a
NFC
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 3.2, DisplayPort 1.2, OTG
USB Type-C 3.2, OTG
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
Nano-SIM and eSIM or Dual SIM (2 Nano-SIMs and eSIM, dual stand-by)
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
149.6 x 71.7 x 7.2 mm
Unfolded: (158.5 x 128.5 x 6.5 mm), Folded: (158.5 x 67.5 x 14.5-16 mm)
Weight
167g
275g
Build Material
Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame
Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+
Colors
Cobalt Violet, Sky Blue, Black, White, Silver Shadow, Pink Gold
Black; other colors
💻 Software
Operating System
Android 16, up to 7 major OS updates, One UI 8.5
Android 13, up to 4 major OS updates, One UI 8.5
Our Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 is the overall winner in this comparison, scoring 85.8/100 overall. It excels in Performance, Camera, Gaming. Samsung Galaxy S26 puts up a strong fight with a score of 83.0/100. However, Samsung Galaxy S26 offers better value for money.
Pros & Cons Comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
Pros
- Strong performance
- 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 (275g)
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Samsung Galaxy S26 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 is the overall winner with a score of 85.8/100, winning in 3 out of 4 categories.
Which has a better camera, Samsung Galaxy S26 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 wins in camera with 86.0/100 vs 78.0/100.
Which has better battery life?
Both phones have similar battery performance.
Which is better for gaming?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 is better for gaming with a score of 94.3/100.
Which offers better value for money?
Samsung Galaxy S26 offers better value at PKR 319,999 with a value score of 1.2.
What is the price difference between Samsung Galaxy S26 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5?
Samsung Galaxy S26 costs PKR 319,999 while Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 costs PKR 399,999. The price difference is PKR 80,000.
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