Apple iPhone 11 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5

Our Verdict: With Apple iPhone 11 versus Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5, the stronger argument is display quality. The Samsung has the useful edge there with a larger 7.6-inch screen, a sharper 373 PPI display, and its Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel. The iPhone still has a role if you prefer a higher-resolution 12MP front camera, a lighter 194g body, and a 4.5/5 expert-review average from 19 reviews. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. Software may decide it too: the iPhone keeps you in Apple's iOS ecosystem, while the Samsung is the Android choice. The Samsung is the stronger choice for display quality, with the iPhone better suited to portability.

The iPhone 11 is the cheaper one to own: around £395 over a typical contract, £2087 less than the Galaxy Z Fold5 5G.

Expert Rating
4.5
19 reviews
4.0
12 reviews
Screen
6.1" 7.6"
Display
IPS LCD Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution
828 x 1792 1812 x 2176
Pixels Per Inch
324 373
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
3,110 mAh 4,400 mAh
Storage
64GB, 128GB, 256GB 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
150.9 x 75.7 x 8.3 mm 158.5 x 67.5 x 14.5 mm
Weight
194 grams 275 grams
Water Resistance
IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins)
Contracts
£14.00/mo (£9.00 upfront) £38.94/mo (£970.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£118.00 £399.99
Apple iPhone 11 Apple iPhone 11 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
Expert Rating 4.5
19 reviews
4.0
12 reviews
Screen 6.1" 7.6"
Display IPS LCD Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution 828 x 1792 1812 x 2176
Pixels Per Inch 324 373
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 3,110 mAh 4,400 mAh
Storage 64GB, 128GB, 256GB 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 150.9 x 75.7 x 8.3 mm 158.5 x 67.5 x 14.5 mm
Weight 194 grams 275 grams
Water Resistance IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins)
Contracts £14.00/mo
£9.00 upfront
£38.94/mo
£970.00 upfront
SIM-free £118.00 £399.99
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Cheapest Deals

Apple iPhone 11
Apple iPhone 11

24 Months

64GB

White

100GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£14 per month, £9 upfront.

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 11 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 11 is cheaper on contract at £395.00 over the life of the deal from £14.00 per month with £9.00 upfront.

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

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 has the bigger screen at 7.6" compared to the Apple iPhone 11's 6.1", the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 has the sharper display at 373 pixels per inch versus 324, and the Apple iPhone 11 uses a IPS LCD panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 has a Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X.

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

The Apple iPhone 11 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 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?

The Apple iPhone 11 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £118.00.

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

The Apple iPhone 11 is available in 64GB, 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 comes in 256GB, 512GB.

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

The Apple iPhone 11 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 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?

It's a trade-off: the Apple iPhone 11 is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is more compact. It's 81g lighter at 194 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is actually the more compact phone at 158.5 x 67.5 x 14.5 mm, the Apple iPhone 11 is slimmer at 8.3mm thick.

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

The Apple iPhone 11 is rated IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes, 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 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 run?

The Apple iPhone 11 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.