Compare Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
In this technical comparison between the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, 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 1968 x 2184 pixels (~368 ppi) for the Galaxy Z Fold7.
Choosing between these two Foldable Phones models often comes down to your budget, with prices around ~$2,000 - $2,400 and Starting at ~$1,899 / 1,900€ (Launch price).
| Specifications |
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special |
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 |
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| Launch | ||
| Release Version | October 2024 | July 2025 |
| Network | ||
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| SIM | Nano-SIM and eSIM or Dual Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM and eSIM or Dual Nano-SIM |
| Body | ||
| Body Dimensions | Folded: 157.9 x 72.8 x 10.6 mm / Unfolded: 157.9 x 142.6 x 4.9 mm | Folded: 158.4 x 72.8 x 8.9 mm / Unfolded: 158.4 x 143.2 x 4.2 mm |
| Weight | 236 g | 215 g |
| Build materials | Enhanced Armor Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 (back) | Grade 4 Titanium Lattice frame, Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2 (back), Armor FlexHinge |
| Water/Dust rating | IP48 | IP48 |
| Miscellaneous | 1.5mm thinner than the standard Z Fold6 | 10% stronger frame vs predecessor; significantly thinner multi-rail hinge |
| Display | ||
| Sensor Technology | Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+ | Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Size | 8.0 inches (Main) | 8.0 inches (Main) |
| Image Resolution | 1968 x 2184 pixels (~367 ppi) | 1968 x 2184 pixels (~368 ppi) |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz (Adaptive 1-120Hz) |
| HDR support | Yes, HDR10+ | HDR10+ |
| Protection | Ultra Flexible Glass (UFG) | PET screen protector (Inner); Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2 (Cover) |
| Display (Cover) | 6.5 inches, 1080 x 2520 px, 21:9 aspect ratio | 6.5 inches, Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 1080 x 2520 px, 21:9 aspect ratio |
| Various | 2,600 nits peak brightness | 2,600 nits peak brightness; Vision Booster support |
| Platform | ||
| OS | Android 14, One UI 6.1.1 (Upgradable to Android 16 / One UI 8.0) | Android 16, One UI 8.0 (Upgradable to One UI 8.5) |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy (4 nm) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy (3 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.39 GHz Cortex-X4 & 3x3.1 GHz Cortex-A720) | Octa-core (2x4.47 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix L + 6x3.53 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix M) |
| GPU | Adreno 750 | Adreno 830 (1200 MHz) |
| Software Features | Full Galaxy AI suite, Circle to Search, Live Translate | Galaxy AI (multimodal), Circle to Search, Live Translate, One UI 8 multitasking |
| Memory | ||
| Card slot | No | No |
| Internal storage | 512GB (UFS 4.0) | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB (UFS 4.0) |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB (standard); 16GB (exclusive to 1TB model) |
| Main Camera | ||
| Wide (main) | 200 MP, f/1.8, OIS, Multi-directional PDAF | 200 MP, f/1.7, 24mm, 1/1.3", OIS, Multi-directional PDAF |
| Ultra-wide | 12 MP, f/2.2, 123˚ | 12 MP, f/2.2, 120˚, 1.4µm, Dual Pixel PDAF (supports Macro) |
| Telephoto / periscope | 10 MP, f/2.4, OIS, 3x optical zoom | 10 MP, f/2.4, 67mm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom |
| OIS | Yes | Yes (Main and Telephoto) |
| Video recording | 8K@30fps, 4K@60fps | 8K@30fps, 4K@60fps, 1080p@240fps (gyro-EIS), 10-bit HDR |
| Selfie Camera | ||
| Inner selfie camera | 4 MP, f/1.8 (Under-display) | 10 MP, f/2.2 (Under-display / Hole-punch) |
| Cover selfie camera | 10 MP, f/2.2 | 10 MP, f/2.2, 24mm |
| Selfie Camera features | HDR | HDR, ProVisual Engine AI processing |
| Selfie Camera video | 4K@30/60fps | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps (gyro-EIS) |
| Sound | ||
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| Stereo speakers | Yes | - |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Audio features | 32-bit/384kHz audio, Tuned by AKG | 32-bit/384kHz audio, Tuned by AKG |
| Connectivity | ||
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS |
| 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 | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
| Fingerprint | Yes | Yes |
| Stylus support | No (The SE does not support the S Pen) | Yes (S Pen Fold Edition) |
| Ultra Wideband (UWB) | Yes | Yes (Ultra Wideband support) |
| Special Features | Samsung DeX | Samsung DeX, Samsung Pay, Foreign substance folding alert |
| Battery | ||
| Battery type / capacity | 4400 mAh | 4400 mAh (Dual battery system) |
| Wired charging | 25W | 25W (50% in 30 min) |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W |
| Reverse wireless charging | 4.5W | 4.5W |
| Misc | ||
| Colors | Black Shadow | Silver Shadow, Blue Shadow, Jetblack, Mint (Online Exclusive) |
| Price | ~$2,000 - $2,400 | Starting at ~$1,899 / 1,900€ (Launch price) |
| Full Details | Galaxy Z Fold Special - Full Specifications | Galaxy Z Fold7 - Full Specifications |