Quick Verdict
- Choose Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Infinix Hot 30 Play if you want the better camera for photos and videos.
- Choose Infinix Hot 30 Play if battery life and all-day usage matter most.
- Choose Infinix Hot 30 Play if you want the best value for your money.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Infinix Hot 30 Play
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
Performance
83.5
90.4 ★
Camera
92.0 ★
40.0
Battery
96.0 ★
56.0
Gaming
84.0
92.3 ★
Overall
89.8 ★
71.1
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 Flip 5
90.4/100
Camera Winner
Infinix Hot 30 Play
92.0/100
Battery Winner
Infinix Hot 30 Play
96.0/100
Gaming Winner
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
92.3/100
Overall Winner
Infinix Hot 30 Play
89.8/100
Best Value
Infinix Hot 30 Play
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
📷 Camera
🏆 Infinix Hot 30 Play
🔋 Battery
🏆 Infinix Hot 30 Play
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
💰 Value
🏆 Infinix Hot 30 Play
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.78"
6.70"
Display Type
AMOLED, 1B colors, 144Hz, 2304Hz PWM, 700 nits (typ), 1600 nits (peak), 4500 nits (peak)
Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X Capacitive Touchscreen, Multitouch
Resolution
1224x2720
1080x2640
Refresh Rate
144 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Mediatek Dimensity 8350 Ultimate (4 nm)
Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
GPU
Mali G615-MC6
Adreno 740
RAM
12 GB
8 GB
Storage
512 GB
128 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
108 MP, f/1.9, (wide), 1/1.33", 0.8µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, 111˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.0µm, AF
Dual Camera: 12 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.76", 1.8µm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS + 12 MP, f/2.2, 123˚ (ultrawide), LED Flash
Selfie Camera
13 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/3.1", 1.12µm
10 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), HDR, Video (4K@30fps)
Video Recording
4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps
4K@30/60fps, 1080p@60/240fps, 720p@960fps, HDR10+
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
5500 mAh
3700 mAh
Charging
45W wired 30W wireless 10W reverse wired 5W reverse wireless Bypass Charging 2
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/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
5.4, A2DP, LE
5.3 with A2DP, LE
NFC
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Nano-SIM and eSIM
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
163.7 x 75.8 x 8 mm (6.44 x 2.98 x 0.31 in)
Unfolded: (165.1 x 71.9 x 6.9 mm), Folded: (85.1 x 71.9 x 15.1 mm)
Weight
189g
188g
Build Material
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 7i), plastic frame, plastic back
Plastic front (unfolded), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame
Colors
Dark Flare, Blade White, Shadow Ash
Mint, Graphite, Cream, Lavender, Gray, Blue, Green, Yellow
💻 Software
Operating System
Android 15, up to 2 major Android upgrades, XOS 15
Android 13
Our Verdict
Both phones are very closely matched. Your choice should depend on which features matter most to you — whether it's camera quality, battery life, gaming performance, or value for money.
Pros & Cons Comparison
Infinix Hot 30 Play
Pros
- Strong performance
- Excellent camera system
- All-day battery life
- 144Hz smooth display
- 5G connectivity
Cons
- Limited availability
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Great for gaming
- 120Hz smooth display
- 5G connectivity
- NFC payments
Cons
- Average camera
- Below-average battery
- Premium pricing
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Infinix Hot 30 Play or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5?
Both phones are very closely matched with similar overall scores.
Which has a better camera, Infinix Hot 30 Play or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5?
Infinix Hot 30 Play wins in camera with 92.0/100 vs 40.0/100.
Which has better battery life?
Infinix Hot 30 Play has better battery with a score of 96.0/100.
Which is better for gaming?
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 is better for gaming with a score of 92.3/100.
Which offers better value for money?
Infinix Hot 30 Play offers better value at PKR 28,999 with a value score of 4.4.
What is the price difference between Infinix Hot 30 Play and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5?
Infinix Hot 30 Play costs PKR 28,999 while Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 costs PKR 368,999. The price difference is PKR 340,000.
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