Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5: Is This the Best Foldable Yet?

by Niraj Raut
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Here is a comprehensive and detailed overview of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5, covering every possible detail in table format, including battery life, camera performance, and more.

General Overview

FeatureDetails
Model NameSamsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
TypeFoldable Smartphone
AnnouncedJuly 26, 2023
ReleasedAugust 11, 2023
Colors AvailablePhantom Black, Cream, Icy Blue, Gray (Online Exclusive), Blue (Online Exclusive)
Operating SystemAndroid 13 with One UI 5.1.1

Design & Build

FeatureDetails
Unfolded Dimensions154.9 x 129.9 x 6.1 mm
Folded Dimensions154.9 x 67.1 x 13.4 mm
Weight253g
Frame MaterialArmor Aluminum
Hinge DesignFlex Hinge for reduced gap
Water ResistanceIPX8 (up to 1.5m in freshwater for 30 minutes)

Display

Main Display

FeatureDetails
TypeInfinity Flex Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Size7.6 inches
ResolutionQXGA+ (2176 x 1812 pixels)
Pixel Density374 PPI
Refresh RateAdaptive (1Hz – 120Hz)

Cover Display

FeatureDetails
TypeInfinity-O Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Size6.2 inches
ResolutionHD+ (2316 x 904 pixels)
Pixel Density402 PPI
Refresh RateAdaptive (1Hz – 120Hz)

Performance

FeatureDetails
ProcessorQualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy (4nm)
CPU ArchitectureOcta-core (1x Cortex-X3 @3.36GHz + 4x Cortex-A715 + 3x Cortex-A510)
GPUAdreno 740
RAM OptionsLPDDR5X: 12GB
Storage OptionsUFS 4.0: 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB

Camera System

Rear Cameras

Camera TypeResolution & ApertureFeatures & Technology
Wide (Primary)50MP, f/1.8Dual Pixel AF, OIS, HDR
Telephoto10MP, f/2.4PDAF, OIS, up to 3x optical zoom
Ultra-Wide12MP, f/2.2Fixed focus, HDR

Front Cameras

Cover Camera

Camera TypeResolution & ApertureFeatures & Technology
Selfie Camera10MP, f/2.2HDR

Under-Display Camera

Camera TypeResolution & ApertureFeatures & Technology
Selfie Camera4MP, f/1.8Under-display integration

Video Recording Capabilities

FeatureDetails
Rear CamerasUp to 8K at 24fps4K at up to 60fps, Super Steady Mode
Front CamerasUp to 4K at up to 60fps

Battery & Charging

Battery Specifications

Capacity and Type

  • Dual-cell battery with a combined capacity of 4,400mAh.
  • Non-removable lithium-polymer.

Charging Features

  • Wired Fast Charging: Up to 25W (50% charge in ~30 minutes with compatible charger).
  • Wireless Fast Charging: Up to 10W.
  • Reverse Wireless Charging: Wireless PowerShare up to 4.5W.

Battery Life Estimates

Usage Scenarios

  • Video Playback: ~16 hours.
  • Web Browsing: ~12 hours.
  • Talk Time: ~20 hours.
  • Standby Time: ~48 hours.

Software & Features

Operating System

  • Android version: Android 13.
  • Custom UI: One UI 5.1.1.

AI-Powered Features

  • Advanced multitasking with drag-and-drop support between apps.
  • Flex Mode for hands-free video calls and app usage.
  • Dual Preview for simultaneous camera preview on the main and cover displays.

Connectivity & Sensors

Connectivity Options

FeatureDetails
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6E
BluetoothVersion 5.3
NFCYes
USBUSB-C (3.2 Gen1)

Sensors

The Galaxy Z Fold 5 includes the following sensors:

  • Side-mounted fingerprint sensor.
  • Accelerometer.
  • Gyroscope.
  • Barometer.
  • Proximity Sensor.
  • Ambient Light Sensor.

Additional Features

S Pen Support

The Galaxy Z Fold 5 supports the S Pen Fold Edition:

  • Pressure Sensitivity: Up to 4096 levels.
  • Features: Note-taking, drawing, and advanced productivity tools.

Audio

  • Stereo speakers tuned by AKG.
  • Dolby Atmos support for immersive audio.

Pricing Overview

Global Pricing Table

Here’s a detailed table of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 pricing across regions:

India Pricing (INR)

Inclusive of GST.

VariantPrice in INR
Base Model (256GB)₹1,54,999
(Mid)

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