Galaxy Folder vs iPhone 5s: Which One Should You Buy?
These two are too close to call on BeastScore — the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Galaxy Folder
iPhone 5s
Too close to call: 0 of 7 categories each
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeedTie6060
- CameraTie6060
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieTie4040
- BatteryTie5858
- DisplayTie6262
- ConnectivityTie4040
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueTie6868
- Galaxy Folder has the bigger battery1,800 mAh vs 1,560 mAh
- iPhone 5s has the bigger screen4" vs 3.8"
- iPhone 5s is lighter112 g vs 155 g
- Galaxy Folder has a sharper selfie camera2 MP vs 1.2 MP
- Galaxy Folder has newer Bluetooth4.1 vs 4
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Galaxy Folder and iPhone 5s are evenly matched
It's a close call. Pick the Galaxy Folder for its bigger battery (1,800 mAh vs 1,560 mAh) and sharper selfie camera (2 MP vs 1.2 MP), or the iPhone 5s for its bigger screen (4" vs 3.8") and lighter body (112 g vs 155 g).
Larger battery: 1,800 mAh vs 1,560 mAh
Lighter: 112 g vs 155 g (43 g less)
Common questions
Which is better: Galaxy Folder or iPhone 5s?
It's a close call. Pick the Galaxy Folder for its bigger battery (1,800 mAh vs 1,560 mAh) and sharper selfie camera (2 MP vs 1.2 MP), or the iPhone 5s for its bigger screen (4" vs 3.8") and lighter body (112 g vs 155 g). BeastScore: Galaxy Folder 60.8/100, iPhone 5s 60.8/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between Galaxy Folder and iPhone 5s?
Galaxy Folder has a 3.8-inch display and 1800 mAh battery. iPhone 5s has a 4-inch display and 1560 mAh battery.
How do Galaxy Folder and iPhone 5s compare for speed?
Galaxy Folder scores 60/100 for performance; iPhone 5s scores 60/100.
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