Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6
Samsung's flagship lineup presents two distinct visions of premium Android. Galaxy S24 Ultra delivers conventional excellence with a 6.8-inch Dynamic AMOLED display hitting 2600 nits brightness, paired with a versatile quad-camera system featuring a dominant 200MP main sensor and dual telephoto optics (5x and 3x). Its 5000mAh battery with 45W charging and Gorilla Glass Armor durability make it a refined all-rounder. Galaxy Z Fold 6 prioritizes innovation with a transformative 7.6-inch foldable inner display and 6.3-inch cover screen, enabling genuine multitasking capabilities. However, it compromises with a smaller 4400mAh battery, reduced 25W charging, weaker IP48 water resistance versus IP68, and a less capable 50MP main camera. Processor performance is identical (Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy). For professional photography, extended battery life, and traditional smartphone reliability, the S24 Ultra excels. For those seeking revolutionary form factor and willing to accept trade-offs, the Z Fold 6 justifies its $600 premium. Most users will find better value in the S24 Ultra's focused excellence.
Full Specifications
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 14, One UI 6.1 | Android 14, One UI 6.1.1 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 232 g | 239 g |
| Material | Titanium frame, Gorilla Glass Armor | Armor Aluminum frame |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP48 |
| Dimensions | 162.3 x 79.0 x 8.6 mm | 153.5 x 132.6 x 5.6 mm unfolded |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 200 MP, f/1.7, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS |
| Front camera | 12 MP, f/2.2 | 10 MP cover, 4 MP under-display |
| Video | 8K@30fps, 4K@120fps | 8K@30fps, 4K@60fps |
| Telephoto | 50 MP 5x periscope + 10 MP 3x | 10 MP 3x optical |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP, f/2.2 | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 12 GB | 12 GB |
| Storage options | 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB | 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 4400 mAh |
| Charging | 45W wired | 25W wired |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.8 inches | 7.6 inches inner, 6.3 inches cover |
| Type | Dynamic AMOLED 2X LTPO | Dynamic AMOLED 2X LTPO |
| Resolution | 3120 x 1440 | 2160 x 1856 inner, 2376 x 968 cover |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 2600 | 2600 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.39 GHz + 5x3.1 GHz + 2x2.9 GHz) | Octa-core (1x3.39 GHz + 5x3.1 GHz + 2x2.9 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 750 | Adreno 750 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.2 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
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Pros & Cons
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
Pros
- Flat titanium design with anti-reflective Gorilla Glass Armor
- Outstanding 200 MP camera with dual telephoto
- Built-in S Pen for productivity
- Bright 2600-nit display readable in sunlight
- Seven years of OS and security updates
Cons
- Very heavy at 232 g
- Expensive starting price
- Charging speed unchanged at 45W
- S Pen lost Bluetooth air actions
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6
Pros
- Lighter and slimmer than the Z Fold 5
- Improved 2600-nit displays inside and out
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy performance
- Galaxy AI optimized for the foldable display
- Seven years of software support
Cons
- Very expensive at $1899
- Charging still capped at 25W
- Visible inner display crease remains
- Cameras lag behind the S24 Ultra
- IP48 rating (no dust protection)
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