Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
Our Verdict: If you've got the Galaxy Z Flip5, the Galaxy S23 Ultra is 18 years of updates on from it. The S23 Ultra 5G has a far higher-resolution main camera, 200MP against the Z Flip5 5G's 12MP, and the S23 Ultra 5G has the bigger battery of the two, 5000mAh against 3700mAh, which should mean longer between charges in day-to-day use. The S23 Ultra 5G has the sharper display at 500 PPI to 426, and the Z Flip5 5G is the lighter phone at 187g against 233g. Coming from the Z Flip5 5G, the S23 Ultra 5G is a genuine upgrade rather than a token one.
The Z Flip5 5G is the cheaper one to own: around £698 over a typical contract, £50 less than the S23 Ultra 5G.
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Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
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| Expert Rating | 4.5 10 reviews |
4.1 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.8" | 6.7" |
| Display | Dynamic AMOLED 2X | Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1440 x 3080 | 1080 x 2640 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 500 | 426 |
| Rear Camera | 200 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 10 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM8550 Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 3,700 mAh |
| Storage | 256GB, 512GB | 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | Android 13 | Android |
| SIM Type | Nano 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 | 5.3, A2DP, LE | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 163.4 x 78.1 x 8.9 mm | - |
| Weight | 233 grams | 187 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 |
£59.00/mo
£30.00 upfront |
£54.83/mo
£30.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £319.00 | £294.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 is cheaper on contract at £697.96 over the life of the deal from £54.83 per month with £30.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.8", the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra has the sharper display at 500 pixels per inch versus 426, and the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra uses a Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 has a Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra features a 200 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 has a 12 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.
Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £294.99.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is available in 256GB, 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 comes in 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 use?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is powered by the Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 uses the Qualcomm SM8550 Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 is the more portable of the two: it's 46g lighter at 187 grams.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 is rated IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins).
What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 run?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra runs Android 13 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.