Compare Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
In this technical comparison between the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6, we analyze the key features to help you choose.
The display is a highlight, featuring a resolution of 1968 x 2184 pixels (~367 ppi) for the Galaxy Z Fold Special versus 1856 x 2160 (Inner); 968 x 2376 (Cover) for the Galaxy Z Fold6.
Choosing between these two Foldable Phones models often comes down to your budget, with prices around ~$2,000 - $2,400 and $1,899 (256GB), $1,999 (512GB), $2,199 (1TB).
| Specifications |
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special |
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | October 2024 | July 2024 |
| Network | ||
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G |
| SIM | Nano-SIM and eSIM or Dual Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM and eSIM |
| Body | ||
| Dimensions | Folded: 157.9 x 72.8 x 10.6 mm / Unfolded: 157.9 x 142.6 x 4.9 mm | 153.5 x 68.1 x 12.1mm (Folded); 153.5 x 132.6 x 5.6mm (Unfolded) |
| Weight | 236 g | 239g |
| Build materials | Enhanced Armor Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 (back) | Enhanced Armor Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 (Back/Cover) |
| Water/Dust rating | IP48 | IP48 (Dust protected, water resistant up to 1.5m for 30 mins) |
| Miscellaneous | 1.5mm thinner than the standard Z Fold6 | Dual-rail hinge; S Pen support (Main screen only, no slot) |
| Display | ||
| Type | Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+ | Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X (Inner); Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X (Cover) |
| Size | 8.0 inches (Main) | 7.6-inch (Inner); 6.3-inch (Cover) |
| Resolution | 1968 x 2184 pixels (~367 ppi) | 1856 x 2160 (Inner); 968 x 2376 (Cover) |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 1–120Hz (Inner and Cover) |
| HDR support | Yes, HDR10+ | HDR10+; 2,600 nits peak brightness |
| Protection | Ultra Flexible Glass (UFG) | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 (Cover); Plastic/UTG (Inner) |
| Display (Cover) | 6.5 inches, 1080 x 2520 px, 21:9 aspect ratio | Yes |
| Various | 2,600 nits peak brightness | - |
| Platform | ||
| OS | Android 14, One UI 6.1.1 (Upgradable to Android 16 / One UI 8.0) | Android 14 (Upgradable to Android 16/One UI 8.0) |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy (4 nm) | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy (4nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.39 GHz Cortex-X4 & 3x3.1 GHz Cortex-A720) | Octa-core (1x3.39 GHz Cortex-X4 & 3x3.1 GHz Cortex-A720 & 2x2.9 GHz & 2x2.2 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 750 | Adreno 750 (1 GHz) |
| Software Features | Full Galaxy AI suite, Circle to Search, Live Translate | Galaxy AI (Note Assist, Sketch to Image, Interpreter, Circle to Search) |
| Memory | ||
| Card slot | No | No |
| Internal storage | 512GB (UFS 4.0) | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB (UFS 4.0) |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB LPDDR5X |
| Main Camera | ||
| Wide (main) | 200 MP, f/1.8, OIS, Multi-directional PDAF | 50MP, f/1.8, 23mm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS |
| Ultra-wide | 12 MP, f/2.2, 123˚ | 12MP, f/2.2, 123°, 12mm |
| Telephoto / periscope | 10 MP, f/2.4, OIS, 3x optical zoom | 10MP, f/2.4, 66mm, 3x optical zoom, PDAF, OIS |
| OIS | Yes | - |
| Video recording | 8K@30fps, 4K@60fps | 8K@30fps, 4K@60fps, 1080p@240fps, HDR10+ |
| Selfie Camera | ||
| Inner selfie camera | 4 MP, f/1.8 (Under-display) | 4MP, f/1.8 (Under Display Camera) |
| Cover selfie camera | 10 MP, f/2.2 | 10MP, f/2.2 (Punch-hole) |
| Selfie Camera features | HDR | HDR |
| Selfie Camera video | 4K@30/60fps | 4K@60fps |
| Sound | ||
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes |
| Stereo speakers | Yes | Yes (Tuned by AKG) |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Audio features | 32-bit/384kHz audio, Tuned by AKG | 32-bit/384kHz audio, Dolby Atmos |
| Connectivity | ||
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band | Wi-Fi 6E (Tri-band) |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Infrared | No | No |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.2 | USB Type-C 3.2, OTG |
| Features | ||
| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer | Accelerometer, Gyro, Proximity, Compass, Barometer |
| Fingerprint | Yes | Side-mounted |
| Stylus support | No (The SE does not support the S Pen) | Yes (S Pen Fold Edition / S Pen Pro) |
| Ultra Wideband (UWB) | Yes | Yes |
| Special Features | Samsung DeX | Samsung DeX (desktop experience support) |
| Battery | ||
| Battery type / capacity | 4400 mAh | 4,400 mAh |
| Wired charging | 25W | 25W (50% in 30 mins) |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W |
| Reverse wireless charging | 4.5W | 4.5W Reverse wireless charging |
| Misc | ||
| Colors | Black Shadow | Silver Shadow, Navy, Pink (Standard); Crafted Black, White (Online Exclusive) |
| Price | ~$2,000 - $2,400 | $1,899 (256GB), $1,999 (512GB), $2,199 (1TB) |
| Full Details | Galaxy Z Fold Special - Full Specifications | Galaxy Z Fold6 - Full Specifications |