5 Reasons Why Huawei Mate X5 is better than Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5

Sean — Wed, 05 Jun 2024 10:50:45 +0000

The Galaxy Z Fold 5 launched last year as a premium foldable smartphone. While Samsung was known for dominating the segment in the past, Chinese brands have managed to catch up. So now, here are a couple of reasons why the Huawei Mate X5 foldable model is better than Samsung’s flagship Galaxy Z Fold 5.

Huawei Mate X5 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5

Huawei Mate X5 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5: Thinner & Lighter

Flip phones are usually more compact and easier to carry, but the notebook folding flagship device have been infamous for their bulk and heft. Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 5 is one such example, measuring a chunky 13.4mm (6.1mm when unfolded) in thickness and weighing 253 grams.

On the other hand, the Huawei Mate X5 comes in at just 11.1mm thick (5.3mm when unfolded) and weighs around 243 grams. While this might not seem like much, the difference can be felt when holding the two devices. Regardless, both models are quite heavy when compared to regular smartphones. So any trim on the side is appreciated.

Higher resolution display

It is hard to get into a full-on display comparison between the two models since they both offer a top-notch panel. However, an area where the Mate X5 edges ahead is the resolution. On its primary 7.85-inch panel, it offers 2224 x 2496 resolution which means you get a 426ppi density.

Meanwhile, the Galaxy Z Fold 5 has a slightly smaller 7.6-inch screen but with a lower 1812 x 2176 resolution and 373ppi density. Since it is such a large display (on a phone at least), the higher PPI does help in offering a better viewing experience.

Bigger Battery & Faster Charging

Under the hood, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 is powered by a 4,400mAh battery pack that supports 25W wired fast charging, 15W wireless fast charging, and 4.5W reverse wireless charging. This is decent as battery and charging specs go but it isn’t exactly a great deal considering the price you pay for the Z Fold 5.

Outshining Samsung’s flagship, the Mate X5 offers a more respectable 5,060mAh battery pack. You also get 66W wired, 50W wireless, and 7.5W wireless fast charging. So in a situation where you need to charge your device on the go, the Huawei flagship is a lot more convenient.

Camera Setup

Huawei and Samsung have offered a capable camera system on their respective foldable phones. Both feature a triple camera setup at the back with a 50-megapixel primary sensor. The Galaxy Z Fold 5 pairs the main camera with a 10-megapixel telephoto shooter and a 13-megapixel ultra wide angle lens. For selfies and video calls, the cover panel has a 10-megapixel camera and the main display has a 4-megapixel under-display shooter.

This setup is mirrored on the Mate X5, but the telephoto shooter has a higher resolution 12-megapixel sensor as well as a 13-megapixel ultra wide angle lens. It even offers a higher 5x optical zoom from the telephoto shooter compared to the 3x optical zoom on the Z Fold 5. You also get an 8-megapixel camera on both the primary and secondary screen.

Glass or Leather: Huawei offers both

Having more options is always better and Huawei let’s you choose between what your device is built with. You can either opt for a glass rear panel or go for the eco leather back. Both options are premium and are surrounded by an aluminum frame. Samsung comes with this metallic frame as well, but doesn’t offer the vegan leather option. So there is only a glass variant. For protection, the duo comes with the IPX8 rating for water resistance.

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Huawei Mate X5 Collector’s Edition repairs are nearly as expensive as a new iPhone 15 Pro

Rajesh — Sun, 17 Sep 2023 17:59:39 +0000

Huawei has released a list of spare parts for its latest foldable smartphone, the Mate X5. The prices are nearly as shocking as the price of the phone itself. In fact, some repairs for the highest-end Collector’s Edition could cost nearly as much as a brand-new iPhone 15 Pro.

For example, a replacement main display for the Mate X5 standard edition costs 5,199 yuan (~US$714), and a new cover display costs another 999 yuan (~US$137). Together, these two parts cost more than the starting price of the iPhone 15 in China, which starts at 5,999 yuan (US$824).

The spare parts for the Mate X5 Collector’s Edition are even more expensive. For those unaware, the Collector Edition is the only variant of Mate X5 to have a 16GB/1TB configuration. Reportedly, a replacement main display for the Collector’s Edition costs 5,599 yuan (~US$769). The most expensive repair is for the motherboard, which costs 7,399 yuan (~US$1,016). This is almost as much as a new iPhone 15 Pro, which starts at 7,999 yuan in China—600 yuan more than Mate X5’s Collector Edition.

Having said that, it’s important to note that these prices apply to out-of-warranty repairs. Huawei offers a Care+ service that can reduce the cost of repairs for the main and cover displays to 499 and 299 yuan respectively, but it does add at least 999 yuan to the price of the phone at retail.

Still, the high cost of spare parts for the Mate X5 is a bit of a concern, especially considering the delicate nature of foldable smartphones. Even a minor drop or spill can damage the display or other components, and repairs can be very expensive. Especially for the buyers when the device becomes out-of-warranty. This is something that potential buyers of the phone should be aware of, especially if they are prone to accidents.

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