Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4
The Verdict
Samsung's flagship offerings represent different philosophies for premium Android users. Galaxy Note 10+ delivers a refined traditional smartphone experience with a stunning 6.8-inch Dynamic AMOLED display, exceptional S Pen integration, and reliable Snapdragon 855 performance. Its quad camera system excels in versatility with solid 12MP main sensor, dual 2x telephoto, and ultrawide capabilities. Galaxy Z Fold 4 pushes boundaries with dual displays (7.6-inch inner, 6.2-inch cover), cutting-edge Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor, and superior 50MP main camera with 8K video. However, Z Fold 4 weighs significantly more (263g vs 196g), lacks S Pen, charges slower (25W vs 45W), and costs $700 premium. Note 10+ suits productivity-focused users valuing the stylus and everyday practicality. Z Fold 4 appeals to early adopters embracing foldable innovation and multitasking versatility. For most users, Note 10+ delivers superior value and everyday usability.
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 Fold 4 if…
- →Refined hinge is slimmer and lighter than Fold 3
- →Taskbar for PC-like multitasking
- →Improved cameras over Fold 3
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 Fold 4
Pros
- Refined hinge is slimmer and lighter than Fold 3
- Taskbar for PC-like multitasking
- Improved cameras over Fold 3
- IPX8 water resistance
- Flex mode for hands-free use
Cons
- Still very expensive at $1799
- Heavy at 263 g
- Visible crease on inner display
- Under-display camera quality is poor
- Slow 25W charging
Full Specifications
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 9 (One UI 1.5) | Android 12L, One UI 4.1.1 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 196 g | 263 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 | 155.1 x 130.1 x 6.3 mm (unfolded) |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 12 MP, f/1.5-2.4, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS |
| Depth | VGA ToF 3D sensor | — |
| Front camera | 10 MP, f/2.2 | 10 MP (cover), 4 MP under-display (inner) |
| Video | 4K@60fps, Super Steady | 8K@24fps, 4K@60fps |
| Telephoto | 12 MP, f/2.1, 2x optical zoom | 10 MP, f/2.4, 3x optical zoom |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP, f/2.2 | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 12 GB | 12 GB |
| Storage options | 256 GB, 512 GB | 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 4300 mAh | 4400 mAh |
| Charging | 45W wired | 25W wired |
| Wireless charging | 15W, Wireless PowerShare | 15W wireless |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.8 inches | 7.6 inches (inner), 6.2 inches (cover) |
| Type | Dynamic AMOLED | Dynamic AMOLED 2X, foldable |
| Resolution | 3040 x 1440 | 2176 x 1812 (inner), 2316 x 904 (cover) |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 120Hz (both) |
| Brightness (nits) | 1200 | 1200 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core (1x3.19 GHz + 3x2.75 GHz + 4x2.0 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 640 / Mali-G76 MP12 | Adreno 730 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 / Exynos 9825 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.1 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.2 |
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