Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3
The Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ delivers superior imaging versatility with its quad-camera setup including 2x optical zoom and ultra-wide lens, paired with exceptional display brightness at 1200 nits and S Pen productivity features. Galaxy Z Flip 3 counters with cutting-edge foldable technology, faster Snapdragon 888 processor, 120Hz refresh rate, and 5G connectivity at a lower price point. Note 10+ excels for professionals valuing camera range and stylus input, while Z Flip 3 appeals to early adopters prioritizing innovation and portability. Battery life favors Note 10+ with its larger 4300mAh capacity versus 3300mAh. For most users seeking flagship performance and practical versatility, Note 10+ remains the stronger choice, though Z Flip 3 represents the future of mobile design at better value.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ if…
- →S Pen with air gesture controls and Bluetooth LE
- →Gorgeous 6.8-inch QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED display
- →45W super fast charging for rapid top-ups
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 if…
- →First mainstream affordable foldable at $999
- →IPX8 water resistance on a foldable
- →Much larger cover screen than Flip 5G
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Samsung Galaxy Note 10+
Pros
- S Pen with air gesture controls and Bluetooth LE
- Gorgeous 6.8-inch QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED display
- 45W super fast charging for rapid top-ups
- 12 GB RAM handles multitasking effortlessly
- Versatile quad-camera system with ToF depth sensor
Cons
- 60Hz display when competitors were moving to high refresh rates
- No headphone jack — a first for the Note series
- Exynos variant has weaker GPU performance than Snapdragon
- Glass back is slippery and fragile without a case
- Samsung software updates have ended
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3
Pros
- First mainstream affordable foldable at $999
- IPX8 water resistance on a foldable
- Much larger cover screen than Flip 5G
- Compact and stylish when folded
- 120Hz inner display
Cons
- Poor battery life with 3300 mAh
- Slow 15W charging
- Dual 12 MP cameras are basic
- Visible display crease
- Snapdragon 888 thermal issues
Full Specifications
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 9 (One UI 1.5) | Android 11, One UI 3.1.1 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 196 g | 183 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass front and back | Armor Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus |
| IP rating | IP68 | IPX8 |
| Dimensions | 162.3 x 77.2 x 7.9 mm | 166 x 72.2 x 6.9 mm (unfolded) |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 12 MP, f/1.5-2.4, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS | 12 MP, f/1.8, OIS |
| Depth | VGA ToF 3D sensor | — |
| Front camera | 10 MP, f/2.2 | 10 MP, f/2.4 |
| Video | 4K@60fps, Super Steady | 4K@60fps |
| Telephoto | 12 MP, f/2.1, 2x optical zoom | — |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP, f/2.2 | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 12 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 256 GB, 512 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 4300 mAh | 3300 mAh |
| Charging | 45W wired | 15W wired |
| Wireless charging | 15W, Wireless PowerShare | 10W wireless |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.8 inches | 6.7 inches (inner), 1.9 inches (cover) |
| Type | Dynamic AMOLED | Dynamic AMOLED 2X, foldable |
| Resolution | 3040 x 1440 | 2640 x 1080 (inner), 512 x 260 (cover) |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 120Hz (inner) |
| Brightness (nits) | 1200 | 1200 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz + 3x2.42 GHz + 4x1.8 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 640 / Mali-G76 MP12 | Adreno 660 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 / Exynos 9825 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.1 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.2 |
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