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Surface Duo 2 5G Global TD-LTE 128GB 1968 vs Galaxy Z Flip5

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

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Microsoft · 2021

Surface Duo 2 5G Global TD-LTE 128GB 1968

73/ 100

Launch MSRPPricing on request

Samsung · 2023

Galaxy Z Flip5

73/ 100

Launch MSRP$999 USD

WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Galaxy Z Flip5 BETTER THAN Surface Duo 2 5G Global TD-LTE 128GB 1968?

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Surface Duo 2 5G Global TD-LTE 128GB 1968

Galaxy Z Flip5Winner 🏆

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta

SPEC FACTOR	Surface Duo	Galaxy Z	LEADER
Refresh Rate	90Hz	120Hz	120Hz
Battery Capacity	4,450 mAh	3,700 mAh	+4,450 mAh
Wired Fast Charging	23W	25W	25W Max
Main Camera Sensor	12 MP	12 MP	12 MP
Screen Display Size	5.8"	6.7"	6.7"
Chassis Weight	284g	187g	187g Lightest

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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Surface Duo 2 5G Global TD-LTE 128GB 1968:

✓Larger 4,450 mAh battery capacity (+750 mAh more capacity)
✓12MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
✓5.8" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

Reasons to buy Galaxy Z Flip5:

✓97g lighter chassis (187g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
✓$9000 lower launch MSRP ($999 vs $9999)
✓12MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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Specification	Surface Duo 2 5G Global TD-LTE 128GB 1968	Galaxy Z Flip5
1. Display & Screen🏆 Galaxy Z Flip5 Wins Display
Screen Type & Tech	AM-OLED display	Dynamic AMOLED 2X Foldable
Screen Size	5.8"	6.7"
Resolution & Density	1344x1892 (400 ppi)	2640x1080 (425 ppi)
Refresh Rate	90 Hz ProMotion	120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness	N/A	1,750 nits peak
Screen Protection	Scratch-resistant glass	Scratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Surface Duo 2 5G Global TD-LTE 128GB 1968 Wins Performance
Chipset / Processor	High performance SoC	High performance SoC
CPU Cores	Multi-core high performance	Multi-core high performance
GPU Graphics	Integrated Graphics	Integrated Graphics
Operating System	Android 11	Android 13
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory	8 GB LPDDR	8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage	128GB	256GB / 512GB
Storage Speed	High-speed flash	High-speed flash
Card Slot	No	No
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Galaxy Z Flip5 Wins Camera
Primary Camera	12 MP	12 MP, f/1.8, OIS
Telephoto Zoom	None (Digital zoom only)	None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera	N/A	12 MP, f/2.2
LiDAR / Depth	None	None
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 Lens	12 MP	10 MP, f/2.2
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Galaxy Z Flip5 Lightest Chassis
Dimensions	N/A	165.1 x 71.9 x 6.9 mm
Weight	284 g	187 g
Build Materials	Glass front, metal/glass frame	Glass front, metal/glass frame
SIM Type	Nano-SIM / eSIM support	Nano-SIM / eSIM support
Water Resistance	Not certified	IPX8
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Surface Duo 2 5G Global TD-LTE 128GB 1968 Wins Battery
Battery Capacity	4,450 mAh	3,700 mAh
Wired Fast Charging	23W wired fast charging	25W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging	Not supported	15W wireless charging
Reverse Charging	Reverse wireless charging	Reverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
Loudspeaker	Stereo speakers	Stereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone Jack	No	No
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi Standard	Wi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band	Wi-Fi 6E
Bluetooth	Bluetooth 5.1	5.3
USB Port & Speed	USB C reversible	USB-C 3.2
NFC	Yes	Yes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
Sensors	Biometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass	Biometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite Features	Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)	Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
Colors	Standard finishes	Standard finishes
Launch Price	Price on request	$999

Editorial Lab Verdict

Galaxy Z Flip5 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 72.7/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Galaxy Z Flip5 ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 72/100 camera rating.

When to buy Surface Duo 2 5G Global TD-LTE 128GB 1968:

Larger battery capacity: 4,450 mAh (+750 mAh more)

When to buy Galaxy Z Flip5:

Higher overall BeastScore: 72.7 vs top rival 72.6 · Smoother display: 120Hz refresh rate vs 90Hz

Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Surface Duo 2 5G Global TD-LTE 128GB 1968 vs Galaxy Z Flip5

Which phone is better: Surface Duo 2 5G Global TD-LTE 128GB 1968 or Galaxy Z Flip5?

Galaxy Z Flip5 leads with an overall BeastScore of 72.7/100 compared to Surface Duo 2 5G Global TD-LTE 128GB 1968 (72.6/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 72.7 vs top rival 72.6 and Smoother display: 120Hz refresh rate vs 90Hz.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Surface Duo 2 5G Global TD-LTE 128GB 1968 and Galaxy Z Flip5?

Surface Duo 2 5G Global TD-LTE 128GB 1968 is equipped with a 5.8-inch display and 4450 mAh battery, while Galaxy Z Flip5 features a 6.7-inch display and 3700 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Surface Duo 2 5G Global TD-LTE 128GB 1968 and Galaxy Z Flip5?

In lab hardware evaluations, Surface Duo 2 5G Global TD-LTE 128GB 1968 scores 68/100 in camera performance, while Galaxy Z Flip5 scores 72/100.

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