Smartphones have evolved at a skyrocketing pace in the past few years. One of the major segments that has become increasingly popular is the foldable smartphone segment. From the early days of bulky devices, smartphones have now become compact and can be fit into a pocket easily. Foldable smartphones redefine the way we perceive and use smartphones. They are not only efficient and convenient but have become a style statement as well.
Brands like Samsung, Oppo, Motorola, Vivo, and more have foldables available globally as well as in the Indian market. The revolution is led by the two biggest players- Samsung and Oppo. Today we will compare the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Oppo Find N3 Flip to help you decide which one should you opt for.
Oppo Find N3 Flip Vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5: Design
When it comes to design, Samsung has been a pioneer in the field by bringing new innovations to every generation. The brand has lived up to its legacy with the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 as well. The Galaxy Z Flip 5 has a sleek design with dimensions of 165.1×71.9×6.9mm. The flip phone weighs 187 grams which makes it comfortable to pocket. The hinge, which is one of the most important aspects of a foldable has been crafted to perfection ensuring durability and a seamless experience. The device comes with an IPX8 rating for protection against water and comes in mint, graphite, cream, lavender, gray, blue, green, and yellow shades.
Oppo too lays great emphasis on design and has done the same with the Oppo Find N3 Flip. The Flip device from Oppo has almost similar dimensions to the Galaxy Z Flip 5. With dimensions measuring 166.4×75.8×7.8mm, it is slightly thicker than Galaxy Z Flip 5 but still sleek. It weighs 11 grams more than the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5, which makes its weight 198 grams. The hinge is durable as well as sturdy giving a smooth experience. Oppo Find N3 Flip comes in astral black, moonlit gold, and mist rose shades.
Winner- Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 has a slight edge due to the IPX8 rating.
Oppo Find N3 Flip Vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5: Display
The display is one of the most crucial aspects of any smartphone. Samsung is a brand known for making top-notch displays that are used by other companies as well. This is the reason Samsung hardly ever falters in terms of display panels. The Galaxy Z Flip 5 sports a 6.7-inch Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel with a 1080×2640 pixel resolution. The colors are vibrant and accurate while the blacks are deep. This makes the streaming as well as the gaming experience immersive.
The Oppo Find N3 Flip has a slightly larger 6.8-inch foldable AMOLED panel with a 1080×2520 pixel resolution. The visuals are sharp, the colors are vivid and the overall experience is seamless. There is hardly a crease that is a common factor with many foldable devices.
Both foldables have a 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+ support, and dynamic displays. There is a difference in peak brightness as Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 offers 1750 nits max brightness while Oppo Find N3 Flip offers 1600 nits peak brightness. Also, Samsung has a larger 3.4-inch AMOLED cover display as opposed to Oppo Find N3 Flip’s 3.26-inch cover AMOLED panel.
Winner- Clearly, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 is better.
Oppo Find N3 Flip Vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5: Performance
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset which is an octa-core processor with a clock speed of 3.6Ghz. The chipset ensures that the device can handle any task with ease. In terms of software, it runs Samsung’s One UI-based Android 13 and has options for customization but bloatware as well.
Talking about Oppo Find N3 Flip, it is powered by MediaTek Dimensity 9200 chipset with a clock speed of 3.05Ghz. MediaTek Processors are fast and efficient as well. Multitasking is also a breeze with Dimensity processors. In terms of software, Find N3 Flip runs ColorOS based on Android 13 which has a feature-rich and user-friendly interface.
Although both are octa-core processors, GPUs are different. While Galaxy Z Flip 5 uses Adreno 740 GPU, Oppo Find N3 Flip uses Immortalis-G715 MC11 GPU.
As for storage options, Galaxy Z Flip 5 comes with 8GB RAM along with 256GB and 512GB storage variants while Oppo Find N3 Flip comes with 12GB RAM paired with 256GB and 512GB storage capacity.
Winner- Both SoCs provide top-notch performance, but Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 has a slight edge over Dimensity 9200.
Oppo Find N3 Flip Vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5: Camera
In today’s times having a good camera setup on your smartphone is one of the basic requirements of most consumers. We need cameras that can help create everlasting memories in any lighting condition. Samsung and Oppo both focus heavily on their camera performance, in fact, many times Camera specs are highlights of new launches for these two brands.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 has a dual camera setup at the back. It includes a 12MP primary + 12MP secondary sensor. At the front is a 10MP sensor for selfies and video calls. Moreover, the camera setup comes with additional features like a single take, night hyper-lapse, super steady mode, and more.
Oppo Find N3 features a triple camera setup at the back including a 50MP primary, along with 32MP telephoto and 48MP ultrawide sensors. At the front is a 32MP wide-angle camera for selfies. Features like Ultra Night Mode, AI Beautification, and Ultra Steady Video 2.0 are also available.
Winner- Oppo Find N3 Flip has a much more diverse camera setup
Oppo Find N3 Flip Vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5: Battery & Charging
With hectic schedules all around, we need smartphones with long battery life and super-fast charging as no one has the time to charge the device again and again, and that too for hours.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 packs a 3700mAh battery which is a modest size for a foldable. The battery gives all-day runtime and supports 25W fast charging capability. There is 15W wireless charging and 4.5W reverse wireless charging as well.
Oppo Find N3 Flip packs a 4300mAh battery which is way larger than Galaxy Z Flip 5. The Oppo foldable comes with 44W fast charging, and reverse charging feature as well.
Winner- Clearly, Oppo Find N3 Flip is the winner.
Oppo Find N3 Flip Vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5: Price
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 comes in 2 storage models-
- 8GB RAM+256GB storage- Rs. 99,999
- 8GB RAM+512GB storage- Rs. 1, 09,999
Oppo Find N3 Flip comes in 1 model in India as of now. It is priced at Rs. 94,999 for the 12GB RAM+256GB storage model.
Oppo Find N3 Flip Vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5: Spec Comparison
While we have covered most of the major aspects, here is the side-by-side spec comparison table to give a clear idea of where things stand.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 | Oppo Find N3 Flip |
| Dimensions | 165.1×71.9×6.9mm | 166.4×75.8×7.8mm |
| Weight | 187 grams | 198 grams |
| Display | 6.7-inch foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8-inch foldable Dynamic AMOLED |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | MediaTek Dimensity 9200 |
| Memory | 8GB RAM+ 256GB/512GB storage | 12GB RAM+256GB/512GB storage |
| OS | Android 13, One UI | Android 13, ColorOS |
| Rear Camera | 12MP+12MP | 50MP+32MP+48MP |
| Front Camera | 10MP | 32MP |
| Battery | 3700mAh | 4300mAh |
| Charging | 25W fast | 44W fast |
| Connectivity | WiFi 802.11, Bluetooth 5.3, GPS | WiFi 802.11, Bluetooth 5.3, GPS |
| Additional Features | 5G, dual SIM, reverse wireless charging, IPX8 certification | 5G, dual SIM, reverse charging |
Oppo Find N3 Flip Vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5: Verdict
Both Oppo Find N3 Flip and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 are excellent foldables, each having its own pros and cons. While the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 has an edge in terms of design, display, and chipset, The Oppo Find N3 Flip is better in terms of camera, battery, and charging speed. Both these premium foldables have strong build quality and efficient overall performance. Which one you go for totally depends on your needs and preferences.
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