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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G phone review — specs and Genze score

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G Specifications

Also known as Samsung Galaxy Fold3 5G

Samsung

Released 2021, Aug 27

12 GB RAM · Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 5G (5 nm)

  • 271g, 6.4mm thickness
  • Android 11, up to 4 major upgrades
  • 256GB/512GB storage, no card slot

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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 8.6
Performance 8.8
Camera 8.1
Body 6.3
Gaming 8.7
Software 8.2
Connectivity 8
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
Clean software
Heating
Media
Genze total: 8.2/10

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Quick specifications

7.6"

1768x2208 pixels

12MP

2160p

12GB RAM

Snapdragon 888 5G

4400mAh

25W11W

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8.2 /10
Performance 8.8/10
Battery 8.6/10
Display 8.6/10
Camera 8.1/10
Body 6.3/10
Gaming 8.7/10
Software 8.2/10
Connectivity 8/10
Sensors 7.2/10
5 nm 2.84 GHz BT 5.2 Wi‑Fi 6.0 2021

Updates 4 yr

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
??? CDMA 800 / 1900
3G bands HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
??? CDMA2000 1xEV-DO
4G bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 48, 66 - Europe
??? 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 48, 66, 71 - USA
5G bands 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - International
??? 2, 5, 25, 41, 66, 71, 78, 260, 261 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave - USA
Speed HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (7CA) Cat20 2000/200 Mbps, 5G
Announced 2021, August 11
Status Available. Released 2021, August 27
Dimensions Unfolded: 158.2 x 128.1 x 6.4 mm
Folded: 158.2 x 67.1 x 14.4-16 mm
Weight 271 g (9.56 oz)
Build Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus) (folded), plastic front (unfolded), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus), aluminum frame
SIM Nano-SIM + eSIM
??? IPX8 water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)

Armor aluminum frame

Stylus support
Type Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1200 nits (peak)
Size 7.6 inches, 179.9 cm2 (~88.8% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 1768 x 2208 pixels (~374 ppi density)
??? Cover display:

Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus

6.2 inches, 832 x 2268 pixels, 25:9 ratio
OS Android 11, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI 6.1
Chipset Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 5G (5 nm)
CPU Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz Cortex-X1 & 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPU Adreno 660
Card slot No
Internal 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM
??? UFS 3.1
Triple 12 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.76", 1.8??m, dual pixel PDAF, OIS

12 MP, f/2.4, 52mm (telephoto), 1/3.6", 1.0??m, PDAF, OIS, 2x optical zoom

12 MP, f/2.2, 123??, 12mm (ultrawide), 1.12??m
Features LED flash, HDR, panorama
Video 4K@60fps, 1080p@60/240fps (gyro-EIS), HDR10+
Single 4 MP, f/1.8, 2.0??m, under display

Cover camera:

10 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/3", 1.22??m
Features HDR
Video 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, 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, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth 5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Positioning GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
NFC Yes
Radio No
USB USB Type-C 3.2
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

11W wireless

4.5W reverse wireless
Colors Phantom Black, Phantom Silver, Phantom Green, Thom Browne Edition, Wooyoungmi Edition
Models SM-F926B, SM-F926B/DS, SM-F926U, SM-F926U1, SM-F926W, SM-F9260, SM-F926N
SAR 0.73 W/kg (head) 1.22 W/kg (body)
SAR EU 1.04 W/kg (head) 1.44 W/kg (body)
Price ??????499.99 / ?????400.00
Performance AnTuTu: 635918 (v8), 752218 (v9)

GeekBench: 12719 (v4.4), 3239 (v5.1)

GFXBench: 38fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
Display 922 nits max brightness (measured)
Camera Photo / Video
Loudspeaker -25.6 LUFS (Very good)
Battery (old) Endurance rating 75h

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Frequently asked questions

Is Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G worth buying in 2026?

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 8.2/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.

Is Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G good for gaming?

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G scores 87/100 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 Fold3 5G?

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G has a 4,400 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G have?

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G features a 7.60-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

How much RAM does Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G have?

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G is available with 12 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G?

Genze rates Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G 8.2/10 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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