Samsung Galaxy S23 vs Z Fold5 & Z Flip5: What's the difference?

Choosing which phone is better for you ultimately depends on what you need from your device. The unique element to the Galaxy Z Fold5 is its large, folding 7.6" Infinity Flex Display, which offers a tablet like experience in a smartphone form. If you are looking for plenty of room to work and play, the Fold5 is an excellent choice. The huge, super-vibrant display lets you enjoy your favourite content in immersive detail and you can get more done thanks to the clever software which enables you work across multiple apps¹ at the same time. Want to chat with friends while streaming the latest shows? Easy. As the drama unfolds, you can share your live reactions and photos on the group chat. When you need to go hands free you can simply set it down, find a good angle and leave it there while you get more done.

In comparison the Galaxy S23 Ultra has a more traditional smartphone shape but still has a generous 6.8" Infinity-O display. With Dynamic AMOLED 2X, Quad HD+ and adaptive Vision Booster screen technology you'll experience only the clearest, most colourful details on the display. It's also smaller and lighter compared with the Galaxy Z Fold5 making it a great choice if you're on-the-go a lot.

The latest Galaxy Z Flip5 breaks the mould with its customisable design and state-of-the-art vertical fold. The 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X display literally folds in half to create one small pocket friendly device. On the front you'll find a 3.4" Flex Window that lets you make calls, pay for your shopping or check the weather. In comparison the Galaxy S23 Ultra has a very similar sized main Dynamic AMOLED display at 6.8", but it doesn't benefit from a folding form or second cover screen. The new zero-gap hinge on the Galaxy Z Flip5 also means it has an overall slimmer design¹ compared to previous Galaxy Z Flip models and it weighs in at just 187g compared to 233g for the S23 Ultra.

Incredible cameras have long been synonymous with the Galaxy S series, and the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra certainly has outstanding camera specs. The incredible 200MP Ultra High-Resolution rear camera far exceeds the 12MP of the Galaxy Z Flip5 and with three further cameras on the rear you'll have everything you need to capture professional looking photographs.

When it comes to the best smartphone for photographers check out the incredible Galaxy S23 Ultra which boasts Samsung's most advanced camera setup yet. It features a quad-camera system that includes a 200MP wide lens, a 12MP ultra-wide lens and not one but two telephoto lenses. This versatile setup lets you capture a wide range of perspectives with ease. Whether you're snapping landscapes, portraits, or close-ups, the S23 Ultra offers the flexibility to experiment and achieve stunning results. It also excels in low-light, thanks to Nightography. You can boost, brighten and sharpen all the pictures and videos you capture after dark. Nightography is now even available on the 12MP Dual Pixel Front-Facing Selfie Camera. Before you know it, you'll be the nominated photographer amongst your friends.

Both the Galaxy Z Fold5 and Galaxy S23 Ultra are impressive gaming phones that compete for the title of Samsung's best gaming phone. However, the Galaxy Z Fold5 really elevates gameplay with incredible visuals and immersive sound thanks to the powerful Qualcomm® Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor. Superb Ray Tracing technology makes gameplay feel totally life-like, with real-time light reflections and shadows. The Galaxy Z Fold5 has been optimised for games like Call of Duty, Spiderman and Racing Master¹. Utilising Flex Mode you can even chat with friends on one app while you play on another. There's also advanced cooling and battery optimisation technology so you can play for even longer than before². All that's left is to flip it open and get ready for a mind-blowing gaming experience.