Quick Verdict
- Choose Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 if battery life and all-day usage matter most.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 if you want the best value for your money.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Performance
93.9
100.0 ★
Camera
86.0
86.0
Battery
66.0
78.0 ★
Gaming
94.3
98.5 ★
Overall
85.8
92.0 ★
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 8
100.0/100
Battery Winner
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
78.0/100
Gaming Winner
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
98.5/100
Overall Winner
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
92.0/100
Best Value
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
📷 Camera
Tie
🔋 Battery
🏆 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
💰 Value
🏆 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
📱 Display
Screen Size
7.60"
7.60"
Display Type
Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X Capacitive Touchscreen, Multitouch
Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X Capacitive Touchscreen
Resolution
1812x2176
1828x2448
Refresh Rate
120 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
Qualcomm SM8850-1-AD Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm)
GPU
Adreno 740
Adreno 840 (1.3GHz)
RAM
12 GB
16 GB
Storage
512 GB
256 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
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
Dual Camera: 50 MP, f/1.8, 23mm (wide), 1/1.57", 1.0µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS + 50 MP, f/1.9, (ultrawide), 1/2.5", dual pixel PDAF, LED Flash
Selfie Camera
N/A
10 MP, f/2.2, 18mm (ultrawide), 1/3.0", Cover camera: 10 MP, f/2.2, 24mm (wide), 1/3.0", HDR, Video (4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS)
Video Recording
8K@24fps, 4K@60fps, 1080p@60/240fps (gyro-EIS
8K@30fps, 4K@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, gyro-EIS, OIS
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
4400 mAh
4800 mAh
Charging
25W wired, 50% in 30 min (advertised), 15W wireless, 4.5W reverse wireless
45W wired, QC2.0, 63% in 30 min, 20W 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/6/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direc
Bluetooth
5.3 with A2DP, LE, a
6.0 with A2DP, LE, a
NFC
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 3.2, OTG
USB Type-C 3.2, OTG
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Nano-SIM and eSIM or Dual SIM (2 Nano-SIMs and eSIM, dual stand-by)
Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
Unfolded: (158.5 x 128.5 x 6.5 mm), Folded: (158.5 x 67.5 x 14.5-16 mm)
Unfolded: (161.4 x 123.9 x 4.5 mm), Folded: (81.9 x 123.9 x 9.7 mm)
Weight
275g
201g
Build Material
Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+
Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 3
Colors
Black; other colors
Graphite, Cream, Lavender, Pistachio
💻 Software
Operating System
Android 13, up to 4 major OS updates, One UI 8.5
Android 17, up to 7 major OS updates, One UI 9
Our Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 is the overall winner in this comparison, scoring 92.0/100 overall. It excels in Performance, Battery, Gaming. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 puts up a strong fight with a score of 85.8/100. However, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 offers better value for money.
Pros & Cons Comparison
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)
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Good camera quality
- Good battery life
- Great for gaming
- 120Hz smooth display
Cons
- Premium pricing
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 is the overall winner with a score of 92.0/100, winning in 3 out of 4 categories.
Which has a better camera, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8?
Both phones have identical camera scores.
Which has better battery life?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 has better battery with a score of 78.0/100.
Which is better for gaming?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 is better for gaming with a score of 98.5/100.
Which offers better value for money?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 offers better value at PKR 399,999 with a value score of 1.0.
What is the price difference between Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 costs PKR 399,999 while Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 costs PKR 539,999. The price difference is PKR 140,000.
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