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Samsung Galaxy S24 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6

Both devices run Android 14 with Samsung's One UI, but serve distinctly different purposes. Galaxy S24 delivers flagship performance in a practical 6.2-inch form factor with excellent 2600-nit display brightness, Exynos 2400 processor, and solid 50MP main camera with 3x optical zoom. Galaxy Z Fold 6 commands premium positioning with its groundbreaking 7.6-inch foldable inner display (2160 x 1856), superior Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, 12GB RAM standard, and innovative dual-camera setup including under-display front lens. Z Fold 6's Wi-Fi 7 and heavier build (239g vs 167g) reflect its tablet-phone hybrid nature. S24 offers better everyday portability, IP68 water resistance, and exceptional value at $799.99. Z Fold 6 justifies its $1899.99 premium through revolutionary form factor and productivity features, though its IP48 rating and reduced durability concern pragmatists. Choose S24 for reliable daily performance; Z Fold 6 for those prioritizing innovation and willing to invest significantly.

Samsung Galaxy S24
Samsung
Samsung Galaxy S24
$800
8.3/10
VS
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6
Samsung
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6
$1,900
8.5/10

Full Specifications

SpecSamsung Galaxy S24Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6
SoftwareAndroid 14, One UI 6.1Android 14, One UI 6.1.1
Body
Weight167 g239 g
MaterialAluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2Armor Aluminum frame
IP ratingIP68IP48
Dimensions147.0 x 70.6 x 7.6 mm153.5 x 132.6 x 5.6 mm unfolded
Camera
Main camera50 MP, f/1.8, OIS50 MP, f/1.8, OIS
Front camera12 MP, f/2.210 MP cover, 4 MP under-display
Video8K@30fps, 4K@60fps8K@30fps, 4K@60fps
Telephoto10 MP 3x optical10 MP 3x optical
Ultrawide12 MP, f/2.212 MP, f/2.2
Memory
RAM8 GB12 GB
Storage options128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB
Battery
Capacity4000 mAh4400 mAh
Charging25W wired25W wired
Wireless charging15W15W
Display
Size6.2 inches7.6 inches inner, 6.3 inches cover
TypeDynamic AMOLED 2X LTPODynamic AMOLED 2X LTPO
Resolution2340 x 10802160 x 1856 inner, 2376 x 968 cover
Refresh rate120Hz120Hz
Brightness (nits)26002600
Processor
CPUDeca-core (1x3.2 GHz + 2x2.9 GHz + 3x2.6 GHz + 4x1.95 GHz)Octa-core (1x3.39 GHz + 5x3.1 GHz + 2x2.9 GHz)
GPUXclipse 940Adreno 750
ChipsetExynos 2400Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy
Connectivity
5G
NFC
USBUSB-C 3.2USB-C 3.2
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6EWi-Fi 7
Bluetooth5.35.3

Category Scores

Samsung Galaxy S24
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6
Value
9.1
6.5
Camera
8.4
8.3
Battery
7.8
8.0
Display
8.7
9.2
Performance
8.2
8.8

Pros & Cons

Samsung Galaxy S24

Pros

  • Compact form factor with flagship features
  • Galaxy AI suite including live translate
  • Bright 2600-nit AMOLED display
  • Seven years of software updates
  • IP68 dust and water resistance

Cons

  • Only 8 GB RAM
  • Slow 25W charging
  • Wi-Fi 6E instead of Wi-Fi 7
  • Smaller battery than rivals

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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