Motorola Edge 50 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
Our verdict: Neither phone sweeps the display: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is bigger at 7.6" while the Motorola Edge 50 Pro is sharper at 444 PPI. Up front, the Motorola Edge 50 Pro wins with a 50MP selfie camera. Portability goes to the Motorola Edge 50 Pro at 186g. Only the Motorola Edge 50 Pro carries an IP68 water-resistance rating — the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 isn't rated.
6 reviews 4.0
12 reviews
Motorola Edge 50 Pro
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
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| Expert Rating | 3.8 6 reviews |
4.0 12 reviews |
| Screen | 6.7" | 7.6" |
| Display | P-OLED | Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1220 x 2712 | 1812 x 2176 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 444 | 373 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 50 Megapixels | 4 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm) |
| Storage | 256GB, 512GB | 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | Android | Android |
| SIM Type | nano-SIM and e-SIM | Nano SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.4, A2DP, LE | 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Dimensions | 161.2 x 72.4 x 8.2 mm | 158.5 x 67.5 x 14.5 mm |
| Weight | 186 grams | 275 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes | IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins) |
| Contracts | — |
£67.33/mo
£30.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £289.99 | £1849.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Motorola Edge 50 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 has the bigger screen at 7.6" compared to the Motorola Edge 50 Pro's 6.7", the Motorola Edge 50 Pro has the sharper display at 444 pixels per inch versus 373, and the Motorola Edge 50 Pro uses a P-OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 has a Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Motorola Edge 50 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Motorola Edge 50 Pro features a 50 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 Motorola Edge 50 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Motorola Edge 50 Pro is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £289.99.
What storage options are available for the Motorola Edge 50 Pro and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Motorola Edge 50 Pro is available in 256GB, 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 comes in 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Motorola Edge 50 Pro and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 use?
The Motorola Edge 50 Pro is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 (4 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 Motorola Edge 50 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
It's a trade-off: the Motorola Edge 50 Pro is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is more compact. It's 89g lighter at 186 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is actually the more compact phone at 158.5 x 67.5 x 14.5 mm, the Motorola Edge 50 Pro is slimmer at 8.2mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Edge 50 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Motorola Edge 50 Pro is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 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 Motorola Edge 50 Pro and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 run?
Both phones run Android.