Samsung Galaxy S24+ vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Samsung's S24+ delivers flagship performance with superior display brightness (2600 nits), faster 45W charging, and 8K video recording at a significantly lower price point. Its Exynos 2400 processor pairs with 12GB RAM for smooth everyday performance, while the compact 6.7-inch form factor suits standard users perfectly. Conversely, Z Fold 5 represents experimental computing—its 7.6-inch inner display enables genuine multitasking but sacrifices practicality with reduced brightness (1750 nits), slower 25W charging, and heavier 253g build. Z Fold 5 uses the superior Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy and offers up to 1TB storage, yet its $1799.99 price requires justifying the foldable novelty. For most users, S24+ provides better real-world value with flagship cameras, brighter display, and faster charging. Z Fold 5 suits power users demanding unconventional form factors willing to accept compromises.
Full Specifications
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy S24+ | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 14, One UI 6.1 | Android 13, One UI 5.1.1 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 196 g | 253 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | Armor Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| IP rating | IP68 | IPX8 |
| Dimensions | 158.5 x 75.9 x 7.7 mm | 154.9 x 129.9 x 6.1 mm unfolded |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS |
| Front camera | 12 MP, f/2.2 | 10 MP cover, 4 MP under-display |
| Video | 8K@30fps, 4K@60fps | 4K@60fps |
| Telephoto | 10 MP 3x optical | 10 MP 3x optical |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP, f/2.2 | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 12 GB | 12 GB |
| Storage options | 256 GB, 512 GB | 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 4900 mAh | 4400 mAh |
| Charging | 45W wired | 25W wired |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.7 inches | 7.6 inches inner, 6.2 inches cover |
| Type | Dynamic AMOLED 2X LTPO | Dynamic AMOLED 2X LTPO |
| Resolution | 3120 x 1440 | 2176 x 1812 inner, 2316 x 904 cover |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 2600 | 1750 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Deca-core (1x3.2 GHz + 2x2.9 GHz + 3x2.6 GHz + 4x1.95 GHz) | Octa-core (1x3.36 GHz + 2x2.8 GHz + 2x2.8 GHz + 3x2.0 GHz) |
| GPU | Xclipse 940 | Adreno 740 |
| Chipset | Exynos 2400 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.2 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
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Pros & Cons
Samsung Galaxy S24+
Pros
- Upgraded QHD+ display with 2600-nit peak brightness
- Galaxy AI features like Circle to Search
- 12 GB RAM standard
- Strong battery life from 4900 mAh cell
- Seven years of software updates
Cons
- Exynos 2400 runs hotter than Snapdragon variants
- No telephoto improvement over S23+
- Heavier than the Pixel 8 Pro alternatives
- 45W charging unchanged
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Pros
- Slimmer hinge with zero-gap fold eliminates the gap seen on Fold 4
- Large 7.6-inch inner display for multitasking and productivity
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 flagship performance
- IPX8 water resistance
- Four years of OS and five years of security updates
Cons
- Very expensive starting at $1799
- Heavy at 253 g
- Visible crease on inner display
- Slow 25W charging for a premium device
- Under-display camera is noticeably lower quality
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