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Galaxy Z Fold5 vs Google Pixel Fold

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 · 2023

Google Pixel Fold

Google Pixel Fold
82/ 100
Launch MSRP$1,799 USD
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Galaxy Z Fold5 BETTER THAN Google Pixel Fold?

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Galaxy Z Fold5Winner 🏆
Google Pixel Fold

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORGalaxy ZGoogle PixelLEADER
Refresh Rate120Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity4,400 mAh4,821 mAh+4,821 mAh
Wired Fast Charging25W30W30W Max
Main Camera Sensor50 MP48 MP50 MP
Screen Display Size7.6"7.6"7.6"
Chassis Weight253g283g253g Lightest
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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Galaxy Z Fold5:
  • ✓30g lighter chassis (253g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓7.6" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate
Reasons to buy Google Pixel Fold:
  • ✓Larger 4,821 mAh battery capacity (+421 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓48MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓7.6" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationGalaxy Z Fold5Google Pixel Fold
1. Display & Screen🏆 Galaxy Z Fold5 Wins Display
Screen Type & TechDynamic AMOLED 2X FoldableOLED
Screen Size7.6"7.6"
Resolution & Density2176x1812 (374 ppi)2208x1840 (380 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness1,750 nits peak1,450 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 13
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB / 1024GB256GB / 512GB
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 GN348 MP, f/1.7, OIS, Samsung GN1
Telephoto Zoom10 MP (3x optical zoom), f/2.4, OIS10.8 MP (5x optical zoom), f/3.05, OIS
Ultrawide Camera12 MP, f/2.210.8 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/2.28 MP, f/2
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Galaxy Z Fold5 Lightest Chassis
Dimensions154.9 x 129.9 x 6.1 mm158.7 x 139.7 x 12.1 mm
Weight253 g283 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIPX8IPX8
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Google Pixel Fold Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,400 mAh4,821 mAh
Wired Fast Charging25W wired fast charging30W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging15W wireless charging7W 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$1799
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 82.0 · Brighter screen: 1,750 nits peak vs 1,450 nits
When to buy Google Pixel Fold:
Larger battery capacity: 4,821 mAh (+421 mAh more)
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Galaxy Z Fold5 vs Google Pixel Fold

Which phone is better: Galaxy Z Fold5 or Google Pixel Fold?

Galaxy Z Fold5 leads with an overall BeastScore of 82.3/100 compared to Google Pixel Fold (82.0/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 82.3 vs top rival 82.0 and Brighter screen: 1,750 nits peak vs 1,450 nits.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Galaxy Z Fold5 and Google Pixel Fold?

Galaxy Z Fold5 is equipped with a 7.6-inch display and 4400 mAh battery, while Google Pixel Fold features a 7.6-inch display and 4821 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Galaxy Z Fold5 and Google Pixel Fold?

In lab hardware evaluations, Galaxy Z Fold5 scores 91/100 in camera performance, while Google Pixel Fold scores 85/100.

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