The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 5G and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 are foldable smartphones with 7.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X main displays, 12GB RAM, triple rear cameras, and 5G connectivity. The Galaxy Z Fold5 adds the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, UFS 4.0 storage, and a brighter 1,750-nit display, while both models have 4,400 mAh batteries and storage options up to 1TB.
What are the general specifications?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 5G launched on 16 August 2022, while the Galaxy Z Fold5 launched on 27 July 2023. Both phones have foldable designs, dual SIM support, 5G connectivity, and a Nano-SIM plus eSIM configuration.
The Galaxy Z Fold4 5G runs Android 12L, while the Galaxy Z Fold5 launched with Android 13. The Fold5 also uses a newer Snapdragon processor and UFS 4.0 storage.
| Features | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 5G | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 |
|---|
| Launch date | 16 August 2022 | 27 July 2023 |
| Brand | Samsung | Samsung |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 |
| Operating system | Android 12L | Android 13 |
| SIM slots | Dual SIM | Dual SIM |
| SIM type | Nano-SIM + eSIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM |
| Network | 5G, 4G | 5G, 4G |
How do the performance and hardware compare?
The Galaxy Z Fold4 5G uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 with an Adreno 730 GPU. The Galaxy Z Fold5 uses the newer Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 with an Adreno 740 GPU.
Both phones have 12GB LPDDR5X RAM. The Galaxy Z Fold5 uses UFS 4.0 storage, while the Fold4 5G uses UFS 3.1 storage. The listed AnTuTu scores are 1,492,136 for the Fold5 and 1,024,312 for the Fold4 5G.
| Features | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 5G | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 |
|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 |
| Graphics | Adreno 730 | Adreno 740 |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB |
| RAM type | LPDDR5X | LPDDR5X |
| AnTuTu score | 1,024,312 | 1,492,136 |
| Storage | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |
| Storage type | UFS 3.1 | UFS 4.0 |
| Security | Side-mounted fingerprint sensor | Side-mounted fingerprint sensor |
| Sensors | Light, proximity, accelerometer, barometer, compass, gyroscope | Light, proximity, accelerometer, barometer, compass, gyroscope |
| Audio | Stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos | Stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos |
| Water resistance | IPX8 | IPX8 |
The Fold5 has the newer processor and storage standard. The same 12GB RAM capacity is available on both models, so the main hardware difference comes from the processor and storage technology.
How do the displays compare?
Both phones feature a 7.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X main display with a 120Hz refresh rate and 1,812 × 2,176-pixel resolution. A 120Hz refresh rate makes scrolling and compatible animations appear smoother.
The Galaxy Z Fold5 reaches 1,750 nits of brightness, compared with 1,200 nits on the Fold4 5G. The Fold5 also uses Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2, while the Fold4 5G uses Corning Gorilla Glass Victus.
| Features | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 5G | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 |
|---|
| Main screen size | 7.6-inch | 7.6-inch |
| Resolution | 1,812 × 2,176 pixels | 1,812 × 2,176 pixels |
| Aspect ratio | 21.6:18 | 21.6:18 |
| Pixel density | 373 ppi | 373 ppi |
| Display type | Dynamic AMOLED 2X | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Brightness | 1,200 nits | 1,750 nits |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Screen protection | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| HDR | HDR10+ | HDR10+ |
| Cover display | 6.2-inch Dynamic AMOLED | 6.2-inch Dynamic AMOLED |
The main display size, resolution, refresh rate, and pixel density remain the same. The Fold5 has a higher listed peak brightness, which can help when viewing content in bright surroundings.
How do the cameras compare?
Both smartphones have a triple rear camera system with a 50MP primary camera, 12MP ultra-wide camera, and 10MP telephoto camera. Both also support up to 3x optical zoom, OIS, and autofocus.
The Galaxy Z Fold5 supports 8K video recording at up to 30fps. The Fold4 5G supports 8K recording at up to 24fps. Both phones have 10MP front cameras and 4MP under-display cameras.
| Features | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 5G | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 |
|---|
| Camera setup | Triple | Triple |
| Primary camera | 50MP, f/1.8 | 50MP, f/1.8 |
| Ultra-wide camera | 12MP, f/2.2 | 12MP, f/2.2 |
| Telephoto camera | 10MP, f/2.4 | 10MP, f/2.4 |
| Optical zoom | Up to 3x | Up to 3x |
| Digital zoom | Up to 30x | Up to 30x |
| Autofocus | PDAF, Dual Pixel AF | PDAF, Dual Pixel AF |
| OIS | Yes | Yes |
| Rear video | 8K at 24fps, 4K at 60fps | 8K at 30fps, 4K at 60fps |
| Front camera | 10MP + 4MP | 10MP + 4MP |
| Front video | 4K at 30fps | 4K at 30fps |
The core rear camera hardware is similar on both phones. The Fold5 has a higher 8K recording frame rate, while both models offer the same listed optical zoom range.
How do connectivity features compare?
Both smartphones support 5G and 4G networks and use a Nano-SIM plus eSIM configuration. They also support VoLTE, NFC, GPS, A-GPS, and GLONASS.
The Galaxy Z Fold5 upgrades connectivity with Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3. The Fold4 5G supports Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2.
| Features | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 5G | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 |
|---|
| SIM type | Nano-SIM + eSIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM |
| Network support | 5G, 4G | 5G, 4G |
| VoLTE | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.3 |
| GPS | A-GPS, GLONASS | A-GPS, GLONASS |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
The Fold5 has newer Wi-Fi and Bluetooth standards. This can improve compatibility with newer wireless networks and accessories.
How do the batteries and charging compare?
Both foldable smartphones have 4,400 mAh Li-ion batteries and support 25W wired charging, wireless charging, and reverse wireless charging.
The supplied PCMark results show 15 hours 38 minutes for the Galaxy Z Fold5 and 12 hours 04 minutes for the Fold4 5G. These results can vary with software, display settings, temperature, and testing conditions.
| Features | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 5G | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 |
|---|
| Capacity | 4,400 mAh | 4,400 mAh |
| Battery type | Li-ion | Li-ion |
| Wired charging | 25W | 25W |
| Wireless charging | Yes | Yes, 15W |
| Reverse wireless charging | Yes | Yes |
| PCMark battery life | 12 hours 04 minutes | 15 hours 38 minutes |
| Charging time (20% to 100%) | 1 hour 13 minutes 59 seconds | 43 minutes 17 seconds |
The battery capacity and wired charging rating are the same. The supplied test results show longer battery life and a shorter charging time for the Fold5, but real-world results can differ between devices.
Pro tip: If you regularly use the large inner display for streaming, gaming, or multitasking, compare battery test results with your expected usage rather than relying only on the 4,400 mAh capacity.
