Overall Score
65.8Category Breakdown
Overall(#1121)65.8
Performance(#1568)68.5
Camera(#745)51.6
Display(#1781)79.5
Battery(#1400)61.5
Build(#2431)72.8
Comparisons Featuring Samsung Galaxy Fold
Short Review
- The Samsung Galaxy Fold features a unique design with a foldable Dynamic AMOLED display measuring 7.3 inches, offering a resolution of 1536 x 2152 pixels and HDR10+ support.
- Its build combines glass and plastic materials with an aluminum frame, weighing 276 grams and measuring 6.9 mm thick when unfolded.
- Performance is driven by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 chipset, complemented by 12GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage, ensuring smooth multitasking and app usage.
- The camera system includes a versatile triple rear setup with a 12 MP wide lens, a 12 MP telephoto lens with 2x optical zoom, and a 16 MP ultrawide lens, capable of recording 4K video at 60fps.
- The 4380 mAh battery supports 15W wired and wireless charging, providing adequate power for daily use.
- Software-wise, it runs on Android 9.0 (upgradable to Android 12) with One UI 4, enhancing user experience with multitasking features.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, Bluetooth 5.0, and NFC, but it lacks 5G support.
- The device is equipped with stereo speakers, delivering quality audio without a headphone jack.
- Special features include its foldable design, which allows for a compact form factor when closed.
- Overall, the Galaxy Fold combines innovative design with high-end specifications for a unique smartphone experience.
Specifications
General
Release Date2019
Announced2019
DescriptionAlso available with 5GVersions: SM-F900F (Global); SM-F900U (USA); SM-F900W (Canada); SM-F9000 (China, Hong Kong); SM-F900N (Korea)
Display
Size7.3"
TypeFoldable Dynamic AMOLED, HDR10+
Resolution1536 x 2152 pixels (~362 ppi density)
PPI1536
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✓
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SM8150 Snapdragon 855 (7 nm)
CPUOcta-core (1x2.84 GHz Kryo 485 & 3x2.42 GHz Kryo 485 & 4x1.78 GHz Kryo 485)
GPUAdreno 640
Memory512GB 12GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera12 MP
Main Camera Details12 MP, f/1.5-2.4, 27mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS12 MP, f/2.4, 52mm (telephoto), 1/3.6", 1.0µm, AF, OIS, 2x optical zoom16 MP, f/2.2, 12mm (ultrawide), 1/3.1", 1.0µm
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsN/A
Video Recording4K@60fps, 1080p@60/240fps (gyro-EIS), 720p@960fps (gyro-EIS), HDR10
Selfie Video4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS
OIS✓
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity4380 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4380 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details15W wired15W wireless4.5W reverse wireless
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✓
Build & Design
DimensionsUnfolded: 160.9 x 117.9 x 6.9 mmFolded: 160.9 x 62.9 x 15.5 mm
Weight276 g
MaterialsGlass front (folded), plastic front (unfolded), glass back, aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsSpace Silver, Cosmos Black, Martian Green, Astro Blue
Foldable✓
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM +eSIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (6CA) Cat18 1200/150 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 3.1
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 12, One UI 4
OS VersionAndroid 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 12, One UI 4
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackNo