Samsung Galaxy S26 FE vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
Over a full contract, the S26 FE works out around £648 all-in, about £252 less than the Z Fold5 5G.
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
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| Screen | 6.7" | 7.6" |
| Display | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 | 1812 x 2176 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 385 | 373 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 4 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Exynos 2500 (3 nm) | Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 4,900 mAh | 4,400 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB | 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | Android 17 | 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/7 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.4, A2DP, LE | 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Dimensions | 161.3 x 76.6 x 7.4 mm | 158.5 x 67.5 x 14.5 mm |
| Weight | 193 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 |
£14.99/mo
£259.00 upfront |
£71.50/mo
£30.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £697.00 | £359.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is cheaper on contract at £648.36 over the life of the deal from £14.99 per month with £259.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 has the bigger screen at 7.6" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE's 6.7", the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE has the sharper display at 385 pixels per inch versus 373, and the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE uses a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 has a Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 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 Samsung Galaxy S26 FE or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £359.99.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 comes in 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 use?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is powered by the Exynos 2500 (3 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 Samsung Galaxy S26 FE or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is more compact. It's 82g lighter at 193 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is actually the more compact phone at 158.5 x 67.5 x 14.5 mm, the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is slimmer at 7.4mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 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 Samsung Galaxy S26 FE and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 run?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE runs Android 17 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.