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Realme Q5 vs Google Pixel Fold

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

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Realme · 2022

Realme Q5

Realme Q5
82/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
Google · 2023

Google Pixel Fold

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

WHY IS Realme Q5 BETTER THAN Google Pixel Fold?

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Realme Q5Winner 🏆
Google Pixel Fold

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORRealme Q5Google PixelLEADER
Refresh Rate120Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh4,821 mAh+5,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging60W30W60W Max
Main Camera Sensor50.1 MP48 MP50.1 MP
Screen Display Size6.6"7.6"7.6"
Chassis Weight195g283g195g Lightest
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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Realme Q5:
  • ✓88g lighter chassis (195g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓Larger 5,000 mAh battery capacity (+179 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓50.1MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
Reasons to buy Google Pixel Fold:
  • ✓$8200 lower launch MSRP ($1799 vs $9999)
  • ✓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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SpecificationRealme Q5Google Pixel Fold
1. Display & Screen🏆 Realme Q5 Wins Display
Screen Type & TechIPS TFT LCDOLED
Screen Size6.6"7.6"
Resolution & Density1080x2412 (401 ppi)2208x1840 (380 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/A1,450 nits peak
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Google Pixel Fold Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC High performance SoC
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 12Android 13
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128GB256GB / 512GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Google Pixel Fold Wins Camera
Primary Camera50.1 MP48 MP, f/1.7, OIS, Samsung GN1
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)10.8 MP (5x optical zoom), f/3.05, OIS
Ultrawide CameraN/A10.8 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 Lens15.9 MP8 MP, f/2
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Realme Q5 Lightest Chassis
Dimensions164.3 x 75.6 x 8.5 mm158.7 x 139.7 x 12.1 mm
Weight195 g283 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceNot certifiedIPX8
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Realme Q5 Wins Battery
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh4,821 mAh
Wired Fast Charging60W wired fast charging30W wired fast charging
Wireless ChargingNot supported7W 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 7 / 6E tri-bandWi-Fi 6E
BluetoothBluetooth 5.15.3
USB Port & SpeedUSB C reversibleUSB-C 3.2
NFCYesYes (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 PricePrice on request$1799
Editorial Lab Verdict

Realme Q5 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 82.2/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Realme Q5 ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 84/100 camera rating.

When to buy Realme Q5:
Higher overall BeastScore: 82.2 vs top rival 82.0 · Significantly faster wired charging: 60W vs max 30W
When to buy Google Pixel Fold:
Dedicated optical telephoto zoom (1 lens system) · Significantly larger display: 7.6" vs max 6.6" for media & multitasking
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Realme Q5 vs Google Pixel Fold

Which phone is better: Realme Q5 or Google Pixel Fold?

Realme Q5 leads with an overall BeastScore of 82.2/100 compared to Google Pixel Fold (82.0/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 82.2 vs top rival 82.0 and Significantly faster wired charging: 60W vs max 30W.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Realme Q5 and Google Pixel Fold?

Realme Q5 is equipped with a 6.6-inch display and 5000 mAh battery, while Google Pixel Fold features a 7.6-inch display and 4821 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Realme Q5 and Google Pixel Fold?

In lab hardware evaluations, Realme Q5 scores 84/100 in camera performance, while Google Pixel Fold scores 85/100.

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