Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G

Samsung Aug 27, 2021

Overview

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G is a 2021 smartphone from Samsung. It features a 6.2" Super AMOLED display with 832 x 2268 px resolution (390 ppi pixel density), offering a smooth 120 Hz refresh rate, protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus. The device is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 (5 nm process), 12GB RAM LPDDR5 RAM and Adreno 660 GPU. The camera system features a 12MP Standard main sensor with f/1.8 aperture, accompanied by 13MP Wide Angle lens and 12MP Telephoto lens, plus a 10MP selfie camera. Power is provided by a 4400 mAh Li-Polymer battery with 25W fast charging. The phone runs on Android 11, upgradable to 15. Available in multiple configurations: 12GB RAM + 256GB storage, 12GB RAM + 512GB storage. Color options include Phantom Black, Phantom Silver, Phantom Green, Thom Browne Edition, Wooyoungmi Edition.

Basic Information

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G
BrandSamsung
ModelSamsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G
Launch DateFriday, August 27, 2021
Release Year2021
Dimensions158.2 × 128.1 × 6.4 mm
Weight271 g
Volume129.7 cm³
Available Colors
  • Phantom Black
  • Phantom Silver
  • Phantom Green
  • Thom Browne Edition
  • Wooyoungmi Edition

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G was released on Friday, August 27, 2021. The phone measures 158.2 × 128.1 × 6.4 mm with a volume of 129.7 cm³ and weighs 271g. It features a 6.2" Super AMOLED display with 832 x 2268 px resolution (390 ppi pixel density) and 120 HzHz refresh rate. The device is available in the following colors: Phantom Black, Phantom Silver, Phantom Green, Thom Browne Edition, Wooyoungmi Edition.

Display

Size6.2"
TypeSuper AMOLED
Resolution832 x 2268 px
Pixel Density390 ppi
Aspect Ratio21:9
Refresh Rate120 Hz
Brightness
Contrast RatioN/A
HDR SupportHDR10+
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass Victus
Additional Features
  • Hole-punch Notch
  • Always-On Display
  • Scratch resistant
  • S-Pen
  • Capacitive
  • Multi-touch
  • Frameless
  • Foldable Display

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G features a 6.2" Super AMOLED display with 832 x 2268 px resolution (390 ppi pixel density) in 21:9 aspect ratio. It delivers smooth 120 Hz refresh rate. The screen supports advanced HDR formats including HDR10+. Display protection is provided by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus. User-centric features include hole-punch notch, always-on display, multi-touch. Technical capabilities include s-pen, capacitive, frameless, foldable display. Additional protection features include scratch resistant.

Sensors

Security Sensors
  • Fingerprint (side-mounted)
Motion Sensors
  • accelerometer
  • gyro
Environmental Sensors
  • proximity
  • compass
  • barometer
Health SensorsN/A

For security, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G features fingerprint (side-mounted). Motion tracking is handled by accelerometer gyro. Environmental monitoring includes proximity compass barometer.

Battery

Capacity4400 mAh
TypeLi-Polymer
Fast Charging25W
Wireless ChargingN/A
Features
  • Bypass Charging
  • Reverse charging
  • Non-removable
Additional Info
  • Wireless charging 15W
  • Reverse wireless charging 9W

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G is equipped with a 4400 mAh Li-Polymer battery. It features fast charging at 25W. The battery system includes bypass charging, reverse charging, non-removable. Additional features include wireless charging 15w, reverse wireless charging 9w.

Hardware

ChipsetQualcomm Snapdragon 888
CPU
Processor Details
  • processor type: Octa-Core
  • production process: 5 nm
  • max freq: 2.84 GHz
  • 64-bit
GPUAdreno 660
RAM & Storage12GB RAM LPDDR5, 256GB UFS Storage 3.1
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G Versions:
  • 12GB RAM + 256GB Storage
  • 12GB RAM + 512GB Storage
  • 12GB RAM + 256GB Storage
  • 12GB RAM + 256GB Storage
  • 12GB RAM + 512GB Storage
  • 12GB RAM + 256GB Storage
  • 12GB RAM + 256GB Storage
  • 12GB RAM + 512GB Storage
  • 12GB RAM + 256GB Storage
  • 12GB RAM + 512GB Storage
AnTuTu Score898,700 (v10)
Additional FeaturesN/A
Sensors
  • Fingerprint
  • Proximity
  • Light sensor
  • Accelerometer
  • Compass
  • Gyroscope
  • Barometer
  • Gravity
  • Hall
  • Geomagnetic
Audio Features
  • Dolby Atmos
  • Stereo Speakers
SD Card SlotNo
Battery4400 mAh

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G is equipped with Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 built on 5 nm process technology with 64-bit architecture. Graphics processing is handled by Adreno 660. The device comes with 12GB RAM (RAM LPDDR5) and 256GB storage (UFS Storage 3.1). In AnTuTu benchmark v10, it achieves 898,700 points. Audio capabilities include Dolby Atmos, Stereo Speakers. Integrated sensors include Fingerprint, Proximity, Light sensor, Accelerometer. The device is powered by a 4400 mAh battery. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G is available in 12GB RAM + 256GB storage, 12GB RAM + 512GB storage, 12GB RAM + 256GB storage, 12GB RAM + 256GB storage, 12GB RAM + 512GB storage, 12GB RAM + 256GB storage, 12GB RAM + 256GB storage, 12GB RAM + 512GB storage, 12GB RAM + 256GB storage, 12GB RAM + 512GB storage configurations.

Connectivity

WiFi
WiFi Standards
  • 802.11a
  • 802.11b
  • 802.11g
  • 802.11n
  • 802.11n 5GHz
  • 802.11ac
  • WiFi 6 (802.11ax)
Other WiFi Features
  • Dual band
  • Wi-Fi Hotspot
  • Wi-Fi Direct
  • Wi-Fi Display
  • Wi-Fi MiMO
BluetoothBluetooth 5.2 LE Low energy consumption
Bluetooth Features
  • A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile)
  • AVRCP (Audio/Visual Remote Control Profile)
  • DIP (Device ID Profile)
  • HFP (Hands-Free Profile)
  • HID (Human Interface Profile)
  • HSP (Headset Profile)
  • LE (Low Energy)
  • MAP (Message Access Profile)
  • PAN (Personal Area Networking Profile)
  • OPP (Object Push Profile)
  • PBAP/PAB (Phone Book Access Profile)
  • APT-x
GPS
  • GPS
  • A-GPS
  • GLONASS
  • Beidou
  • Galileo
  • BeiDou (B1)
Network Bands
5G

  • n1 (2100)
  • n3 (1800)
  • n5 (850)
  • n7 (2600)
  • n8 (900)
  • n20 (800)
  • n28b (700)
  • n28a (700)
  • n38 (2600)
  • n40 (2300)
  • n41 (2500)
  • n66 (1700)
  • n77 (3700)
  • n78 (3500)

4G LTE

  • B1 (2100)
  • B2 (1900)
  • B3 (1800)
  • B4 (1700/2100 AWS 1)
  • B5 (850)
  • B7 (2600)
  • B8 (900)
  • B12 (700)
  • B13 (700)
  • B17 (700)
  • B18 (800)
  • B19 (800)
  • B20 (800)
  • B25 (1900+)
  • B26 (850)
  • B28b (700)
  • B28a (700)
  • B32 (1500)
  • B38 (TDD 2600)
  • B39 (TDD 1900)
  • B40 (TDD 2300)
  • B41 (TDD 2500)
  • B66 (1700/2100)

3G

  • B1 (2100)
  • B2 (1900)
  • B4 (1700/2100 AWS A-F)
  • B5 (850)
  • B8 (900)

2G

  • B2 (1900)
  • B3 (1800)
  • B5 (850)
  • B8 (900)
SIMDual SIM Dual Standby (Nano SIM + eSIM)
USB
  • Charging
  • Mass Storage
  • USB OTG
  • USB Host
  • USB Type-C
NFCYes

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G supports 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n, 802.11n 5GHz, 802.11ac, WiFi 6 (802.11ax) with features like Dual band, Hotspot, Direct, Display, MiMO. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G comes with Bluetooth 5.2 LE Low energy consumption supporting A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile), AVRCP (Audio/Visual Remote Control Profile), DIP (Device ID Profile), HFP (Hands-Free Profile), HID (Human Interface Profile), HSP (Headset Profile), LE (Low Energy), MAP (Message Access Profile), PAN (Personal Area Networking Profile), OPP (Object Push Profile), PBAP/PAB (Phone Book Access Profile), APT-x. For cellular connectivity, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G uses Dual SIM Dual Standby (Nano SIM + eSIM). The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G features Charging, Mass Storage, OTG, Host, USB Type-C connectivity. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G includes NFC support for contactless payments and quick device pairing. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G supports 5G bands, 4G LTE bands, 3G bands, 2G bands.

Camera Features

Video Resolution
  • 4K
  • 1080p
  • 720p
Frame Rates
  • 60fps
  • 240fps
  • 960fps
Video Features
  • HDR
  • EIS

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G features a 3-camera setup with a 12MP Standard main sensor (f/1.8) of 1/1.76" size and 1.80 µm pixel size. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G also includes a 13MP Wide Angle lens (f/2.2) and a 12MP Telephoto lens (f/2.4). For selfies, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G uses a 10MP front camera with f/2.2 aperture featuring 1/3.2" sensor size and 1.22 µm pixel size. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G's camera system includes 4K Video, Digital zoom, Optical zoom.

DxOMark Scores

Mobile Camera DxOMark Scores

120
Overall
129
Photo
105
Video

Selfie Camera DxOMark Scores

83
Overall
79
Photo
89
Video

Camera details

Rear Camera

Resolution: 12 MP
Aperture: f/1.8
Sensor Model: Sony IMX555
Sensor Type: CMOS
Pixel Size: 1.80 µm
Sensor Size: 1/1.76"

Resolution: 13 MP
Aperture: f/2.2
Sensor Model: Sony IMX258
Sensor Type: CMOS
Pixel Size: 1.12 µm
Sensor Size: 1/3.06"

Resolution: 12 MP
Aperture: f/2.4
Pixel Size: 1.00 µm

Selfie Camera

Resolution: 10 MP
Aperture: f/2.2
Sensor Model: Sony IMX374
Sensor Type: CMOS
Pixel Size: 1.22 µm
Sensor Size: 1/3.2"

Additional Features

Extra:
  • Internal Front camera Under Display Sony IMX471 4MP f/1.8
  • Telephoto with OIS, 2x optical zoom
  • 123º Ultra wide angle lens
  • Video 4K 60fps
Flash:
  • Dual LED
Optical Stabilisation:
  • Yes
Slow Motion Video:
  • Yes, 240 fps
Features:
  • 4K Video
  • Digital zoom
  • Optical zoom
  • Triple camera
  • Digital image stabilization
  • Optical Stabilization (OIS)
  • Autofocus
  • Touch focus
  • Manual focus
  • Laser AF
  • Phase detection autofocus (PDAF)
  • Laser autofocus (LAF)
  • Dual front camera
  • Under display camera
  • Continuous shooting
  • Geotagging
  • Panorama
  • HDR
  • Face detection
  • White balance settings
  • ISO settings
  • Exposure compensation
  • Scene mode
  • Self-timer
  • RAW
  • Night Mode

Software

OSAndroid
OS Version11
Max OS Version15

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G runs on Android 11 and is upgradable to 15. It is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset .

Prices

Store Price Storage RAM
Amazon DE EUR 510.00
USD 552.64
512 GB 12 GB
Amazon US USD 399.95
USD 399.95
512 GB 12 GB
Samsung USD 1,799.99
USD 1,799.99
512 GB 12 GB
Amazon UK GBP 378.75
USD 492.75
512 GB 12 GB
Amazon DE EUR 510.00
USD 552.64
512 GB 12 GB
Amazon US USD 399.95
USD 399.95
512 GB 12 GB
Samsung USD 1,799.99
USD 1,799.99
512 GB 12 GB
Amazon UK GBP 378.75
USD 492.75
512 GB 12 GB