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Galaxy Z Fold5 vs Pixel 8a

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

Smartphone Battle
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Samsung · 2023

Galaxy Z Fold5

Galaxy Z Fold5
82/ 100
Launch MSRP$1,799 USD
Google · 2024

Pixel 8a

Pixel 8a
82/ 100
Launch MSRP$499 USD
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Galaxy Z Fold5 BETTER THAN Pixel 8a?

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Galaxy Z Fold5Winner 🏆
Pixel 8a

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORGalaxy ZPixel 8aLEADER
Refresh Rate120Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity4,400 mAh4,492 mAh+4,492 mAh
Wired Fast Charging25W18W25W Max
Main Camera Sensor50 MP64 MP64 MP
Screen Display Size7.6"6.1"7.6"
Chassis Weight253g188g188g Lightest
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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Galaxy Z Fold5:
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓7.6" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate
Reasons to buy Pixel 8a:
  • ✓65g lighter chassis (188g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$1300 lower launch MSRP ($499 vs $1799)
  • ✓Larger 4,492 mAh battery capacity (+92 mAh more capacity)

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationGalaxy Z Fold5Pixel 8a
1. Display & Screen🏆 Galaxy Z Fold5 Wins Display
Screen Type & TechDynamic AMOLED 2X FoldableOLED
Screen Size7.6"6.1"
Resolution & Density2176x1812 (374 ppi)2400x1080 (429 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness1,750 nits peak2,000 nits peak
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Galaxy Z Fold5 Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC High performance SoC
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 13Android 14
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB / 1024GB128GB / 256GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Galaxy Z Fold5 Wins Camera
Primary Camera50 MP, f/1.8, OIS, Samsung GN364 MP, f/1.89, OIS, Samsung GN2
Telephoto Zoom10 MP (3x optical zoom), f/2.4, OISNone (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera12 MP, f/2.213 MP, f/2.2
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens10 MP, f/2.213 MP, f/2.2
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Pixel 8a Lightest Chassis
Dimensions154.9 x 129.9 x 6.1 mm152.1 x 72.7 x 8.9 mm
Weight253 g188 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIPX8IP67
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Galaxy Z Fold5 Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,400 mAh4,492 mAh
Wired Fast Charging25W wired fast charging18W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging15W wireless charging18W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 6EWi-Fi 6E
Bluetooth5.35.3
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.2USB-C 3.2
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch Price$1799$499
Editorial Lab Verdict

Galaxy Z Fold5 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 82.3/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Galaxy Z Fold5 ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 91/100 camera rating.

When to buy Galaxy Z Fold5:
Higher overall BeastScore: 82.3 vs top rival 81.6 · Dedicated optical telephoto zoom (1 lens system)
When to buy Pixel 8a:
Higher resolution main sensor: 64 MP vs max 50 MP · Lighter body: 188g (65g lighter in hand)
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Galaxy Z Fold5 vs Pixel 8a

Which phone is better: Galaxy Z Fold5 or Pixel 8a?

Galaxy Z Fold5 leads with an overall BeastScore of 82.3/100 compared to Pixel 8a (81.6/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 82.3 vs top rival 81.6 and Dedicated optical telephoto zoom (1 lens system).

What are the primary battery and display differences between Galaxy Z Fold5 and Pixel 8a?

Galaxy Z Fold5 is equipped with a 7.6-inch display and 4400 mAh battery, while Pixel 8a features a 6.1-inch display and 4492 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Galaxy Z Fold5 and Pixel 8a?

In lab hardware evaluations, Galaxy Z Fold5 scores 91/100 in camera performance, while Pixel 8a scores 88/100.

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