Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special
- Status: Released 21st October 2024
- OS: Android 14, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 6.1.1
- Display: 8.0" 1968x2184 pixels
- Camera: 200MP 4320p
- RAM: 16GB RAM Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
- Battery: 4400mAh 25W15W
Information
Also known as Samsung Galaxy Z Fold SE or, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special, announced on October 21, 2024, is Samsung’s latest innovation in foldable smartphone technology. This device is set to launch on October 24, 2024, and promises a premium, versatile experience with cutting-edge features and a design that’s both functional and stylish.
Design and Build
The Galaxy Z Fold Special showcases a sleek, futuristic design with dimensions of 157.9 x 142.6 x 5.6 mm when unfolded and 157.9 x 72.8 x 10.6 mm when folded. Weighing 236g, it’s relatively lightweight for a foldable phone of this size. The build quality is impressive, featuring Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection on the front and back, an aluminum frame, and Ultra Flexible Glass (UFG) for the foldable display. The device is IP48 water-resistant (up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes), making it more durable than many foldable competitors. It also supports a stylus, adding versatility to its already impressive features.
Display
The phone boasts an 8.0-inch Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X display with a 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+, and a staggering 2600 nits of peak brightness. With a resolution of 1968 x 2184 pixels, the main screen offers crisp visuals and an immersive experience, perfect for gaming, media consumption, and multitasking. The cover display is a 6.5-inch Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, also featuring 120Hz refresh rate and Gorilla Glass protection, ensuring that even when folded, the phone delivers vibrant and smooth visuals.
Performance
The Galaxy Z Fold Special is powered by the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset (4nm) paired with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of UFS 4.0 storage, delivering top-tier performance. The octa-core CPU configuration ensures a smooth and fast experience across demanding apps and games. Running on Android 14 with One UI 6.1.1, this device is future-proof, with up to seven major Android upgrades expected.
Camera
The triple-camera system on the Galaxy Z Fold Special is headlined by a 200 MP wide lens, equipped with PDAF and OIS for stunning photography. It also includes a 10 MP telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom and a 12 MP ultrawide lens. The device can record videos in 8K at 30fps and has advanced stabilization features like gyro-EIS. There’s also a 4 MP under-display selfie camera, as well as a 10 MP cover camera.
Battery and Charging
The 4400 mAh battery supports 25W wired fast charging, getting the phone to 50% in 30 minutes. It also offers 15W wireless charging and 4.5W reverse wireless charging, making it convenient for charging other devices.
Connectivity and Features
With 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, and USB Type-C 3.2, the device ensures cutting-edge connectivity. The side-mounted fingerprint sensor adds security, and features like Samsung DeX and Ultra Wideband (UWB) expand its productivity capabilities.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special is a powerhouse of a foldable smartphone that offers top-tier performance, a brilliant display, and a robust camera setup, all packaged in a durable and premium design.
Specifications
Prices
| European Euro | €1,870 |
| Converted Price | ₹1,71,000 |
Launch
| Announced | 2024, October 21 |
| Status | Available. Released 2024, October 24 |
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only) |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 |
| 5G bands | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE (CA), 5G |
Body
| Dimensions | Unfolded: 157.9 x 142.6 x 5.6 mm; Folded: 157.9 x 72.8 x 10.6 mm |
| Weight | 236 g (8.32 oz) |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2) (folded), plastic front (unfolded), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame |
| SIM |
Nano-SIM, eSIM or Dual eSIM IP48 water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) Enhanced armor aluminum frame with tougher drop and scratch resistance (advertised) Stylus support |
Display
| Type | Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 2600 nits (peak) |
| Size | 8.0 inches, 205.3 cm2 (~91.2% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution |
1968 x 2184 pixels (~367 ppi density) Ultra Flexible Glass (UFG) Cover display: Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, 2600 nits (peak), Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 6.5 inches, 1080 x 2520 pixels |
Platform
| OS | Android 14, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 6.1.1 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8650-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) |
| CPU | 8-core (1x3.39GHz Cortex-X4 & 3x3.1GHz Cortex-A720 & 2x2.9GHz Cortex-A720 & 2x2.2GHz Cortex-A520) |
| GPU | Adreno 750 (1 GHz) |
Memory
| Card slot | No |
| Internal |
512GB 16GB RAM UFS 4.0 |
Main Camera
| Triple |
200 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF, OIS 10 MP, f/2.4, 66mm (telephoto), 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom 12 MP, f/2.2, 123˚, 12mm (ultrawide), 1.12µm, AF |
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Video | 8K@30fps, 4K@60fps, 1080p@60/120/240fps (gyro-EIS), 720p@960fps (gyro-EIS), HDR10+ |
Selfie Camera
| Single |
4 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 2.0µm, under display Cover camera: 10 MP, f/2.2, 24mm (wide), 1/3", 1.22µm |
| Features | HDR |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS |
Sound
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack |
No 32-bit/384kHz audio Tuned by AKG |
Comms
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| Positioning | GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS |
| NFC | Yes |
| Radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.2, OTG |
Features
| Sensors |
Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer Samsung DeX (desktop experience support) Ultra Wideband (UWB) support Circle to Search |
Battery
| Type | Li-Po 4400 mAh, non-removable |
| Charging |
25W wired, QC2.0, 50% in 30 min (advertised) 15W wireless 4.5W reverse wireless |
Others
| Colors | Black |
| Models | SM-F958N |
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