OnePlus 11 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
The Verdict
Both phones pack Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processors and 120Hz displays, but they target different priorities. OnePlus 11 delivers superior camera hardware with a 50MP main sensor, 48MP ultrawide, and 32MP 2x telephoto, plus 8K video recording at 24fps versus Galaxy Z Flip 5's modest 12MP dual setup capped at 4K/60fps. The OnePlus charges significantly faster at 100W SuperVOOC versus 25W, and its 5000mAh battery outlasts the Z Flip 5's 3700mAh by substantial margin. However, Samsung's foldable form factor is genuinely innovative, featuring a bright 1600-nit main display and practical 3.4-inch cover screen that OnePlus cannot match. Galaxy Z Flip 5 weighs 18 grams less and offers superior water resistance (IPX8 versus IP64). For serious photographers and those valuing battery longevity, OnePlus 11 provides exceptional value at $699. If you prioritize cutting-edge design and don't demand professional-grade cameras, the Z Flip 5 justifies its $300 premium through form factor alone. OnePlus 11 edges ahead for overall performance and practical daily use.
Who Should Buy
Buy the OnePlus 11 if…
- →Blazing 100W charging fills the battery in ~25 minutes
- →Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 flagship performance
- →Bright LTPO3 display with 1Hz adaptive refresh
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 if…
- →Much larger 3.4-inch cover screen allows full app use when folded
- →Compact pocketable flip form factor
- →Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 flagship chip
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
OnePlus 11
Pros
- Blazing 100W charging fills the battery in ~25 minutes
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 flagship performance
- Bright LTPO3 display with 1Hz adaptive refresh
- 16 GB RAM standard on all variants
- Hasselblad camera tuning
Cons
- No wireless charging
- Only IP64 rating (not IP68)
- Alert Slider removed in some markets
- Short software update commitment
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
Pros
- Much larger 3.4-inch cover screen allows full app use when folded
- Compact pocketable flip form factor
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 flagship chip
- IPX8 water resistance
- Stylish design with many color options
Cons
- Small 3700 mAh battery drains quickly
- Only 12 MP main camera, no telephoto
- Slow 25W charging
- Inner display crease still noticeable
Full Specifications
| Spec | OnePlus 11 | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 13 (OxygenOS 13) | Android 13, One UI 5.1.1 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 205 g | 187 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus | Armor Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| IP rating | IP64 | IPX8 |
| Dimensions | 163.1 x 74.1 x 8.5 mm | 165.1 x 71.9 x 6.9 mm unfolded |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS (Sony IMX890) | 12 MP, f/1.8, OIS |
| Front camera | 16 MP, f/2.4 | 10 MP, f/2.2 |
| Video | 8K@24fps, 4K@120fps | 4K@60fps |
| Telephoto | 32 MP, f/2.0, 2x optical zoom | — |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP, f/2.2, 115-degree | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB | 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 3700 mAh |
| Charging | 100W SuperVOOC wired | 25W wired |
| Wireless charging | No | 15W |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.7 inches | 6.7 inches inner, 3.4 inches cover |
| Type | LTPO3 AMOLED | Dynamic AMOLED 2X LTPO |
| Resolution | 3216 x 1440 | 2640 x 1080 inner, 720 x 748 cover |
| Refresh rate | 1-120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1300 | 1600 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.19 GHz Cortex-X3 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510) | Octa-core (1x3.36 GHz + 2x2.8 GHz + 2x2.8 GHz + 3x2.0 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 740 | Adreno 740 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.1 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
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