Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6

Our Verdict: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 suit different priorities. The Fold6 is stronger for portability, helped by a higher-resolution 50MP rear camera, a lighter 239g body, and 256GB to 1000GB storage, while the Fold3 5G is better suited to a higher-resolution 16MP front camera. Choose the Fold6 for portability; choose the Fold3 5G if camera hardware matters more.
Screen
7.6" 7.6"
Display
Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1768 x 2208 1856 x 2160
Pixels Per Inch
372 375
Rear Camera
12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
16 Megapixels 4 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
Battery
4,400 mAh 4,400 mAh
Storage
256GB, 512GB 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
OS
Android Android
SIM Type
Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7
Bluetooth
5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions
158.2 x 128.1 x 6.4 mm 153.5 x 68.1 x 12.1 mm
Weight
271 grams 239 grams
Water Resistance
Not rated IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins)
Contracts
- £96.50/mo (£30.00 upfront)
SIM-free
- £609.99
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
Screen 7.6" 7.6"
Display Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1768 x 2208 1856 x 2160
Pixels Per Inch 372 375
Rear Camera 12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 16 Megapixels 4 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
Battery 4,400 mAh 4,400 mAh
Storage 256GB, 512GB 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
OS Android Android
SIM Type Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7
Bluetooth 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions 158.2 x 128.1 x 6.4 mm 153.5 x 68.1 x 12.1 mm
Weight 271 grams 239 grams
Water Resistance Not rated IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins)
Contracts - £96.50/mo
£30.00 upfront
SIM-free - £609.99
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 7.6", both screens are similarly sharp at around 372 pixels per inch, and both use Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X panels.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G is available in 256GB, 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 use?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G is powered by the Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 uses the Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 is the more portable of the two: it's 32g lighter at 239 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 153.5 x 68.1 x 12.1 mm, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G is slimmer at 6.4mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G is rated Not rated, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 is rated IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins).

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 run?

Both phones run Android.