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Galaxy Z Fold5 vs Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G

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

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Samsung · 2023

Galaxy Z Fold5

Galaxy Z Fold5
82/ 100
Launch MSRP$1,799 USD
Samsung

Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G

Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G
82/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Galaxy Z Fold5 BETTER THAN Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G?

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Galaxy Z Fold5Winner 🏆
Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORGalaxy ZSamsung GalaxyLEADER
Refresh Rate120Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity4,400 mAh6,000 mAh+6,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging25WStandard25W
Main Camera Sensor50 MP50 MP50 MP
Screen Display Size7.6"6.7"7.6"
Chassis Weight253gN/A253g Lightest
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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Galaxy Z Fold5:
  • ✓746g lighter chassis (253g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$8200 lower launch MSRP ($1799 vs $9999)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
Reasons to buy Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G:
  • ✓Larger 6,000 mAh battery capacity (+1,600 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.7" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationGalaxy Z Fold5Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G
1. Display & Screen🏆 Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G Wins Display
Screen Type & TechDynamic AMOLED 2X FoldableAMOLED
Screen Size7.6"6.7"
Resolution & Density2176x1812 (374 ppi)FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness1,750 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Galaxy Z Fold5 Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC Dimensity 6300
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 13Android
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR6 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB / 1024GB128 GB
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 GN350 MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto Zoom10 MP (3x optical zoom), f/2.4, OISNone (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera12 MP, f/2.2N/A
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/2.212 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Galaxy Z Fold5 Lightest Chassis
Dimensions154.9 x 129.9 x 6.1 mmN/A
Weight253 gN/A
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIPX8Not certified
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,400 mAh6,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging25W wired fast chargingFast charging
Wireless Charging15W wireless chargingNot supported
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 7 / 6E tri-band
Bluetooth5.3Bluetooth 5.3+
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.2USB Type-C
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes
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$1799Price on request
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 81.8 · Significantly faster wired charging: 25W vs max 0W
When to buy Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G:
Larger battery capacity: 6,000 mAh (+1,600 mAh more)
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Galaxy Z Fold5 vs Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G

Which phone is better: Galaxy Z Fold5 or Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G?

Galaxy Z Fold5 leads with an overall BeastScore of 82.3/100 compared to Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G (81.8/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 82.3 vs top rival 81.8 and Significantly faster wired charging: 25W vs max 0W.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Galaxy Z Fold5 and Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G?

Galaxy Z Fold5 is equipped with a 7.6-inch display and 4400 mAh battery, while Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G features a 6.7-inch display and 6000 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Galaxy Z Fold5 and Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G?

In lab hardware evaluations, Galaxy Z Fold5 scores 91/100 in camera performance, while Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G scores 80/100.

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