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 A34 if battery life and all-day usage matter most.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy A34 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 A34
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Performance
60.5
93.9 ★
Camera
70.0
86.0 ★
Battery
86.0 ★
66.0
Gaming
61.0
94.3 ★
Overall
72.5
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
Battery Winner
Samsung Galaxy A34
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 A34
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
📷 Camera
🏆 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
🔋 Battery
🏆 Samsung Galaxy A34
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
💰 Value
🏆 Samsung Galaxy A34
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.60"
7.60"
Display Type
Super AMOLED Capacitive Touchscreen, Multitouch
Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X Capacitive Touchscreen, Multitouch
Resolution
1080x2340
1812x2176
Refresh Rate
120 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6877V Dimensity 1080 (6 nm)
Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
GPU
Mali-G68 MC4
Adreno 740
RAM
8 GB
12 GB
Storage
128 GB
512 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
Triple Camera: 48 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", PDAF, OIS + 8 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide), 1/4.0" + 5 MP, f/2.4, (macro), 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
13 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/3.1", Video (4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps)
N/A
Video Recording
4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 720p@480fps
8K@24fps, 4K@60fps, 1080p@60/240fps (gyro-EIS
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
5000 mAh
4400 mAh
Charging
Fast battery 25W wired
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, dual-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 2.0, OTG
USB Type-C 3.2, OTG
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Dual Sim, Dual Standby (Nano-SIM)
Nano-SIM and eSIM or Dual SIM (2 Nano-SIMs and eSIM, dual stand-by)
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
161.3 x 78.1 x 8.2 mm
Unfolded: (158.5 x 128.5 x 6.5 mm), Folded: (158.5 x 67.5 x 14.5-16 mm)
Weight
199g
275g
Build Material
Corning Gorilla Glass 5
Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+
Colors
Lime, Graphite, Violet, Silver
Black; other colors
💻 Software
Operating System
Android 13
Android 13
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 A34 puts up a strong fight and wins in Battery. However, Samsung Galaxy A34 offers better value for money.
Pros & Cons Comparison
Samsung Galaxy A34
Pros
- Decent everyday performance
- All-day battery life
- 120Hz smooth display
- 5G connectivity
- NFC payments
Cons
- Average camera
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 A34 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 A34 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 wins in camera with 86.0/100 vs 70.0/100.
Which has better battery life?
Samsung Galaxy A34 has better battery with a score of 86.0/100.
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 A34 offers better value at PKR 109,999 with a value score of 2.4.
What is the price difference between Samsung Galaxy A34 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5?
Samsung Galaxy A34 costs PKR 109,999 while Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 costs PKR 399,999. The price difference is PKR 290,000.
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