Overall Score
79.3Category Breakdown
Overall(#30)79.3
Performance(#8)91.6
Camera(#2)66.8
Display(#150)90.0
Battery(#855)66.0
Build(#2442)72.8
Comparisons Featuring Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special
Short Review
- The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special features a robust design with Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on both the front and back, and an aluminum frame, weighing 236g.
- Its foldable 8.0" Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X display offers a resolution of 1968 x 2184 pixels, with a peak brightness of 2600 nits and a 120Hz refresh rate for smooth visuals.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset and 16GB of RAM, it delivers exceptional performance for multitasking and demanding applications.
- The camera system includes a 200 MP main sensor, a 10 MP telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom, and a 12 MP ultrawide lens, capable of recording 8K video.
- A 4400mAh battery supports 25W wired and wireless charging, ensuring longevity throughout the day.
- Running on Android 14 with One UI 6.1.1, it promises up to seven major updates for longevity.
- Connectivity options include 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, and NFC, enhancing versatility.
- The device lacks a headphone jack but features stereo speakers for audio.
- Its water resistance rating is unspecified, but the build quality suggests durability.
- Overall, the Galaxy Z Fold Special combines cutting-edge technology with innovative design.
Specifications
General
Release Date2024, October 21
Announced2024, October 21
DescriptionAlso known as Samsung Galaxy Z Fold SE, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition
Display
Size8"
TypeFoldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 2600 nits (peak)
Resolution1968 x 2184 pixels (~367 ppi density)
PPI1968
Refresh Rate120Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✓
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SM8650-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
CPU8-core (1x3.39GHz Cortex-X4 & 3x3.1GHz Cortex-A720 & 2x2.9GHz Cortex-A720 & 2x2.2GHz Cortex-A520)
GPUAdreno 750 (1 GHz)
Memory512GB 16GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera200 MP
Main Camera Details200 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF, OIS10 MP, f/2.4, 66mm (telephoto), 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom12 MP, f/2.2, 123˚, 12mm (ultrawide), 1.12µm, AF
Front Camera4 MP
Front Camera Details4 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 2.0µmCover camera:10 MP, f/2.2, 24mm (wide), 1/3", 1.22µm
Video Recording8K@30fps, 4K@60fps, 1080p@60/120/240fps (gyro-EIS), 720p@960fps (gyro-EIS), HDR10+
Selfie Video4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS
OIS✓
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity4400 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4400 mAh
Charging Details25W wired, QC2.0, 50% in 30 min15W wireless4.5W reverse wireless
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✓
Build & Design
DimensionsUnfolded: 157.9 x 142.6 x 4.9 mmFolded: 157.9 x 72.8 x 10.6 mm
Weight236 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2) (folded), plastic front (unfolded), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable✓
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM +eSIM+ eSIM (max 2 at a time)
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE (CA), 5G
5G✓
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.3, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 3.2, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 14, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 6.1.1
OS VersionAndroid 14, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 6.1.1
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackNo