Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
Over a full contract, the Z Fold5 5G works out around £845 all-in, about £95 less than the S26 Ultra.
12 reviews 4.0
12 reviews
Prices updated 27 July 2026
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
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| Expert Rating | 4.4 12 reviews |
4.0 12 reviews |
| Screen | 6.9" | 7.6" |
| Display | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1440 x 3120 | 1812 x 2176 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 498 | 373 |
| Rear Camera | 200 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 4 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) | Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 4,400 mAh |
| Storage | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 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/7 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.4, A2DP, LE | 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Dimensions | 163.6 x 78.1 x 7.9 mm | 158.5 x 67.5 x 14.5 mm |
| Weight | 214 grams | 275 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) | IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins) |
| Contracts |
£16.00/mo
£545.00 upfront |
£67.33/mo
£30.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £899.00 | £389.99 |
| Prices updated 27 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is cheaper on contract at £845.46 over the life of the deal from £67.33 per month with £30.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 has the bigger screen at 7.6" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra's 6.9", the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has the sharper display at 498 pixels per inch versus 373, and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra 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 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra features a 200 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 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £389.99.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 comes in 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 use?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is powered by the Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (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 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is more compact. It's 61g lighter at 214 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 Ultra is slimmer at 7.9mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is rated IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min), 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 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 run?
Both phones run Android.