Samsung has finally unveiled new devices for its foldable phone line. The Galaxy Z Fold 7, unveiled at the Galaxy Unpacked event on July 9th, comes with a host of innovations. So, how does it compare to the Z Fold 6, launched last year? Is the difference worth it? Here’s a comparison of the two devices and their detailed specifications.
Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs. Z Fold 6: Features
First, let’s take a look at the Galaxy Z Fold 7, the newly launched flagship and touted as the world’s thinnest foldable phone. The Galaxy Z Fold 7, introduced with the slogan “Ultra Unfolds,” measures 8.9mm thick when folded and 4.2mm when unfolded. Weighing 215 grams, the device offers a significantly lighter and more ergonomic design compared to its predecessor, the Z Fold 6 (239g).
The Z Fold 7 features an 8-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel with QXGA+ resolution, while the Z Fold 6 has a 7.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED display. Another distinguishing feature is the Z Fold 7’s 2184 x 1968 pixel resolution, while the Z Fold 6’s 2160 x 1856 pixel resolution.
The front displays on the new model are 6.5 inches with a 2520 x 1080 pixel resolution, while the previous model had 6.3 inches with a 2376 x 968 pixel resolution. The processor is where the real difference comes in. Last year’s Z Fold 6 was powered by the then-flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy, while the Z Fold 7 is powered by this year’s flagship Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy.
Here’s a detailed comparison of the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Fold 6:
| Feature | Galaxy Z Fold 7 | Galaxy Z Fold 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Main Display | 8.0-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X2184×1968 pixels, 368 ppi1-120 Hz adaptive | 7.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED2160×1856 pixels1-120 Hz adaptive |
| Cover Display | 6.5-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X2520×1080 pixels, 422 ppi1-120 Hz | 6.5-inch Dynamic AMOLED2376×968 pixels (HD+) |
| Processor (SoC) | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Elite for Galaxy (3 nm) | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy (4 nm) |
| RAM | 12 GB / 16 GB | 12 GB |
| Storage Options | 256 GB / 512 GB / 1 TB | 512 GB / 1 TB |
| Main Camera | 200 MP (f/1.7, OIS) | 50 MP (f/1.8, OIS) |
| Ultra-Wide Camera | 12 MP (f/2.2, 120°) | 12 MP (f/2.2, 123°) |
| Telephoto Camera | 10 MP (f/2.4), 3x optical zoom, 30x digital zoom | None |
| Cover Selfie Camera | 10 MP (f/2.2) | 10 MP (f/2.2) |
| Under-Display Camera | 10 MP | 4 MP |
| Battery | 4,400 mAh dual-cell | 4,400 mAh |
| Charging Support | 25W wired, 15W wireless, Wireless PowerShare | 25W wired, 15W wireless |
| Operating System | Android 16-based One UI 8 | Android-based One UI (version not specified) |
| Weight | 215 grams | 239 grams |
| Thickness (Folded/Open) | 8.9 mm / 4.2 mm | 5.6 mm (unfolded only) |
| Durability | IP48 dust & water resistanceArmor Aluminum body | No IP rating mentionedArmor Aluminum |
| Screen Protection | Cover: Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2Back: Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| Extra Features | S Pen supportGalaxy AIMulti-windowSamsung DeX | S Pen supportGalaxy AIMulti-window |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Capacitive on side frame | Side-mounted |
| Connectivity | 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, LTE, Dual SIM + eSIM | 5G, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.x, LTE |
| Color Options | Blue Shadow, Silver Shadow, Jet Black, Mint (Samsung.com exclusive) | Silver, Pink, Navy, Black (web-exclusive), White (web-exclusive) |
| Price (Turkey) | 101,999 TL | 89,999 TL |
