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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special phone review — specs and Genze score

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special Specifications

Also known as Samsung Galaxy Z Fold SE, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition

Samsung

Released 2024, Oct 24

16 GB RAM · Qualcomm SM8650-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)

  • 236g, 4.9mm thickness
  • Android 14, up to 7 major upgrades
  • 512GB storage, no card slot

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Genze vs community

Genze and community ratings are both shown on a /10 scale. Genze is derived from internal model scores and price rules; community averages come from approved reviews (1–10 per category).

Category Genze /10 Users /10
Battery 8.6
Display 9
Performance 8.8
Camera 8
Body 6.3
Gaming 8.9
Software 9.7
Connectivity 8.1
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
Clean software
Heating
Media
Genze total: 8.4/10

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Quick specifications

8.0"

1968x2184 pixels

200MP

4320p

16GB RAM

Snapdragon 8 Gen 3

4400mAh

25W15W

Score breakdown

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8.4 /10
Performance 8.8/10
Battery 8.6/10
Display 9/10
Camera 8/10
Body 6.3/10
Gaming 8.9/10
Software 9.7/10
Connectivity 8.1/10
Sensors 7.2/10
4 nm 3.39 GHz BT 5.3 Wi‑Fi 6.0 2024

Updates 7 yr · No bloatware/ads

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
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, 5G
Announced 2024, October 21
Status Available. Released 2024, October 24
Dimensions Unfolded: 157.9 x 142.6 x 4.9 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 + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
??? IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)

Armor aluminum frame
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
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)
Card slot No
Internal 512GB 16GB RAM
??? UFS 4.0
Triple 200 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF, OIS

10 MP, f/2.4, 66mm (telephoto), 1.0??m, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom

12 MP, f/2.2, 123??, 12mm (ultrawide), 1.12??m, AF
Features LED flash, HDR, panorama
Video 8K@30fps, 4K@60fps, 1080p@60/120/240fps (gyro-EIS), 720p@960fps (gyro-EIS), HDR10+
Single 4 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 2.0??m

Cover camera:

10 MP, f/2.2, 24mm (wide), 1/3", 1.22??m
Features HDR
Video 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS
Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm jack No
??? High-bitrate audio support
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
Sensors Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
??? Samsung DeX (desktop experience support)

Ultra Wideband (UWB) support
Type Li-Po 4400 mAh
Charging 25W wired, QC2.0, 50% in 30 min

15W wireless

4.5W reverse wireless
Colors Black
Models SM-F958N
SAR 0.66 W/kg (head) 1.13 W/kg (body)
Price About 1870 EUR

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Frequently asked questions

Is Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special worth buying in 2026?

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 8.4/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.

Is Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special good for gaming?

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special scores 89/100 on our gaming index (chipset, display smoothness, and thermals). Casual and mid-tier titles usually run well; for competitive esports, compare frame stability and heating against phones in the same price band.

What is the battery capacity of Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special?

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special has a 4,400 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special have?

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special features a 8.00-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

Is Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special water resistant?

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special is rated IP48. Always follow manufacturer guidance for liquids and dust exposure.

How much RAM does Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special have?

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special is available with 16 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special?

Genze rates Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special 8.4/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.

Where do these specifications come from?

Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer and carrier sources, reviewed by our editors where possible, and enriched with Genze scores and community feedback. GenZe Rank is not responsible for errors or omissions. Regional variants, firmware updates, and retailer listings may differ from what is shown here—always confirm critical details on the official product page before you buy.

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