Apple iPhone 11 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5

Our Verdict: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 has the better camera on paper, 50MP versus 12MP, and only the Galaxy Z Fold5 5G is a 5G phone; the Apple iPhone 11 Pro maxes out at 4G. There's more battery in the Galaxy Z Fold5 5G, 4400mAh to 3046mAh, but capacity doesn't compare cleanly across iOS and Android, so it isn't a battery-life verdict on its own, and the Galaxy Z Fold5 5G has the bigger screen at 7.6" against 5.8", while the iPhone 11 Pro has the sharper one at 463 PPI. Only pay up for the Galaxy Z Fold5 5G if you'll use what it offers; if not, the iPhone 11 Pro makes more sense.

If you'd rather pay up front, the iPhone 11 Pro is the cheaper buy at £139 SIM-free.

Expert Rating
4.6
21 reviews
4.0
12 reviews
Screen
5.8" 7.6"
Display
Super Retina XDR OLED Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution
2436 x 1125 1812 x 2176
Pixels Per Inch
463 373
Rear Camera
12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 4 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+) Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm)
Battery
3,046 mAh 4,400 mAh
Storage
64GB, 256GB, 512GB 256GB, 512GB
OS
Apple iOS Android
SIM Type
Nano SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity
Up to 4G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7
Bluetooth
5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions
144 x 71.4 x 8.1 mm 158.5 x 67.5 x 14.5 mm
Weight
188 grams 275 grams
Water Resistance
Not rated IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins)
Contracts
- £38.94/mo (£970.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£139.00 £399.99
Apple iPhone 11 Pro Apple iPhone 11 Pro Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
Expert Rating 4.6
21 reviews
4.0
12 reviews
Screen 5.8" 7.6"
Display Super Retina XDR OLED Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution 2436 x 1125 1812 x 2176
Pixels Per Inch 463 373
Rear Camera 12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 4 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+) Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm)
Battery 3,046 mAh 4,400 mAh
Storage 64GB, 256GB, 512GB 256GB, 512GB
OS Apple iOS Android
SIM Type Nano SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity Up to 4G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7
Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions 144 x 71.4 x 8.1 mm 158.5 x 67.5 x 14.5 mm
Weight 188 grams 275 grams
Water Resistance Not rated IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins)
Contracts - £38.94/mo
£970.00 upfront
SIM-free £139.00 £399.99
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

Apple iPhone 11 Pro
Apple iPhone 11 Pro

64GB

Space Grey

Refurbished

From £139

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5

36 Months

512GB

Phantom Black

150GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

Exclusive Deal Details

£38.94 per month, £970 upfront.

Related Comparisons

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 has the bigger screen at 7.6" compared to the Apple iPhone 11 Pro's 5.8", the Apple iPhone 11 Pro has the sharper display at 463 pixels per inch versus 373, and the Apple iPhone 11 Pro uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 has a Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?

The Apple iPhone 11 Pro features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?

The Apple iPhone 11 Pro is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £139.00.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 11 Pro and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?

The Apple iPhone 11 Pro is available in 64GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 comes in 256GB, 512GB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 11 Pro and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 use?

The Apple iPhone 11 Pro is powered by the Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 uses the Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?

The Apple iPhone 11 Pro is the more portable of the two: it's 87g lighter at 188 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 144 x 71.4 x 8.1 mm, and is slimmer at 8.1mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?

The Apple iPhone 11 Pro is rated Not rated, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is rated IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins).

What operating system do the Apple iPhone 11 Pro and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 run?

The Apple iPhone 11 Pro runs Apple iOS and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.