Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5, front
Samsung · Launched July 2023

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5

Skip2.7 / 5Why?
Colour Phantom Black
Memory
Where to buyPhantom Black · 12 GB · 512 GB
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₹1,19,999 *Buy on Flipkart
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VariantFlipkartAmazon
Cream · 256 GB₹1,54,999Not sold
Phantom Black · 256 GB₹1,19,949Not sold
Beige · 1 TB₹1,84,999Not sold
Black · 1 TB₹1,84,999Not sold
Icy Blue · 12 GB · 1 TB₹1,45,000Not sold
Icy Blue · 12 GB · 512 GB₹1,64,999Not sold
Icy Blue · 12 GB · 256 GB₹1,54,999Not sold
Cream · 512 GB₹1,64,999Not sold
Phantom Black · 512 GB₹1,19,999Not sold
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The ZuPick verdict

2.7out of 5
SkipBest at camera, weakest at value.

The large folding display and versatile cameras give it a clear productivity advantage, but buyers sacrifice screen sharpness, charging speed, benchmark performance and camera reach. Those compromises are difficult to accept at ₹119949.

Based on specs, expert reviews and owner discussions.
Performance2.6
It reaches about 1.49 million on AnTuTu, which trails many current premium rivals. The 12 GB RAM, fast UFS 4.0 storage and four years of operating-system updates provide a better experience for multitasking and long-term use.
Camera3.1
The 50 MP main camera, 12 MP ultrawide, 3x telephoto and 8K video make a versatile combination. Camera reach remains mid-tier for the money, with rivals offering 5x zoom and stronger front cameras.
Display2.4
Dynamic AMOLED and 120 Hz motion are welcome, but the 904x2316 cover screen trails sharper premium alternatives. Peak brightness of 1750 nits is adequate outdoors rather than exceptional.
Battery2.7
The foldable-adjusted 4400 mAh capacity and 15 hours 38 minutes of tested endurance are reasonable for this design. However, 25W wired charging is slow, while 15W wireless charging adds convenience.
Value2.4
The folding screen is the main reason to accept the ₹119949 price. Conventional flagships offer stronger displays, faster charging, higher performance and longer zoom for similar or less money.

Price history

FlipkartAmazon
₹1,54,999₹1,32,499₹1,09,999
28 SeptToday

28 days of recorded prices.

Buy now or wait?Worth waiting

It has been as low as ₹1,09,999 in the period we have tracked.

Lowest
₹1,09,999
Highest
₹1,84,999

Pros & cons

What’s good
Expansive folding display

The 7.6-inch folding screen gives documents, videos and multiple apps far more room than a conventional phone. The 120 Hz refresh rate keeps scrolling fluid.

Flexible rear cameras

The combination of a 50 MP main camera, 12 MP ultrawide and 3x telephoto covers more shooting situations than dual-camera foldables. Optical stabilisation helps keep low-light shots steadier.

Useful productivity hardware

12 GB RAM supports demanding multitasking, while UFS 4.0 storage helps apps and large files open quickly. Storage choices extend from 256 GB to 1 TB.

What’s not
Poor value for money

At ₹119949, the Fold5 demands a substantial premium for its folding design. Its display, endurance, charging and performance figures do not compete strongly with similarly priced flagships.

Slow 25W charging

The 4400 mAh battery takes 43 minutes to move from 20% to full, and 25W charging is slow for the money. Wireless charging is convenient but does not offset the modest wired speed.

Cover screen lacks sharpness

The 904x2316 cover display is noticeably less crisp than the 1.5K and QHD+ screens offered by many premium rivals. Peak brightness of 1750 nits remains readable outdoors but is unexceptional here.

Zoom reach stops early

The 3x telephoto is useful for portraits and subjects across a room, but leading camera phones at this price reach 5x or farther. The 10 MP front camera is also modest for such an expensive device.

What owners say

From Reddit
r/GalaxyFoldan owner

Had the fold 5 and traded it in for the oneplus open for 2 primary reasons. The first and foremost reason was the Bluetooth on the fold 5 was awful I would constantly have to turn it off and turn it back on during calls because people complained I was sounding robotic when using ear buds

r/GalaxyFoldan owner

Had the fold5 for a couple months ( short amount of time I know) jumped over from ios had no issues so far I love it and can't see myself going back to a slab phone or Ios. The multi-tasking on the inner screen is great, Handy, for editing my code and writing emails on the go

r/GalaxyFoldu/ilovepinapple

Yup love mine. Got it as a pre order and it works like brand new to this day. No regrets. Might've been super expensive but I can safely say this phone has been way more durable especially battery wise vs the dozen slab phones I had before it over the years.

r/GalaxyFoldu/Cyberspace1559

The SPEN on my z fold 5 worked very badly, 1/4 of the screen did not detect it or wrote crookedly, I don't miss the UDC because the screen is so much larger than in fact the part of the screen where there is the sensor is literally an additional screen bonus

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