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The new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 boasts improved cameras and greater performance.
The Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor powers the Galaxy Z Fold 4.
The Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Fold 3 are contrasted in the table below.
Alongside the Galaxy Z Flip 4, which sports a clamshell shape, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 has been formally introduced as the company's next generation of foldable phones. The Fold 4 significantly outperforms the Fold 3, while still retaining the core functions of a folding smartphone. Some significant changes have been made internally, and the design and form factor have been improved to better suit a variety of use cases. If anything, Fold 4 is more streamlined and lighter than Fold 3 from the previous year. Based on its on-paper features and specifications, the Galaxy Fold 4 differs from the Galaxy Fold 3 in the following ways.
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BUILD AND DESIGN COMPARISON OF THE SAMSUNG GALAXY Z FOLD 4 AND Z FOLD 3
The Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Fold 3 have a similar appearance, but when you hold them both in your hands, you'll realise that the Fold 4 is about 8 grammes lighter and slightly slimmer. On the other hand, it shares a metal frame with the Fold 3 and is covered in Gorilla Glass Victus+ on both sides. The S Pen stylus is supported, and the rest of the construction is the same, including the IPX8 water resistant classification. Z Fold 4 vs. Z Fold 3 on the Samsung Galaxy: Display
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Compared to the Fold 3, the Galaxy Z Fold 4's cover display is larger. The cover display is 6.2 inches in size, offers a 120Hz refresh rate, and has a slightly higher resolution of 904x2316 pixels. A wider aspect ratio of 23.1:9 results from the broader screen. Additionally, Gorilla Glass Victus+, an improvement over Gorilla Glass Victus on the Fold 3, protects it.
Fold 4 has a 7.6-inch display that is somewhat wider than Fold 3 when it is unfolded. Additionally, Samsung is able to fit in more pixels, resulting in a screen resolution of 1812 x 2176 pixels and a higher screen-to-body ratio. The Fold 4 has an in-screen camera, and according to Samsung, this time the pixel configurations are denser than on the Fold 3. We'll have to put this to the test to see if Samsung's claim is valid.
UNDER THE HOOD: SAMSUNG GALAXY Z FOLD 4 VS. FOLD 3 The brand-new Snapdragon 8+
Gen 1 chipset, which provides higher performance benefits than the Snapdragon 888 on the Fold 3, powers the Galaxy Z Fold 4. Additionally, it uses less power than the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 and runs Android 12L, which has been optimised for tablets and other devices with a tablet-like form factor and improves the way large screens are used. Additionally, there are up to 1TB storage choices for the Fold 4 available.
The rest of the features, including WiFi 6e, Bluetooth 5.2, stereo speakers tuned by AKG, and the power button that also functions as a fingerprint reader, are identical to those on the Fold 3.
BATTERY COMPARISON: SAMSUNG GALAXY Z FOLD 4 VS. FOLD 3 The Galaxy Z Fold 4's
battery is listed at 4,400mAh, the same as the Fold 3's, and it supports 25W quick charging. In terms of wireless charging, it increases from 11W on Fold 3 to 15W on Fold 4. CAMERAS IN THE SAMSUNG GALAXY Z FOLD 4 VS. FOLD 3
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The main camera on the Galaxy Z Fold 4 has a 50MP resolution, which is an improvement above the Fold 3's 12MP sensor. It can record in 4K UHD at up to 60FPS and boasts an f/1.8 aperture with OIS. The 10MP telephoto camera now has a 3x optical zoom and OIS capabilities, and the 12MP ultra-wide camera is identical to the one on the Fold 3. When the Fold 4 is opened, a 4MP camera that is probably the same sensor as the Fold 3 is located beneath the display. Similar to the Fold 3, the cover screen's 10MP selfie camera also functions when it is folded.
Early thoughts on the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 vs. Fold 3. Samsung has concentrated on improving
users' foldable experiences this year. Except for slightly broader screens, there aren't many visual changes. The majority of the improvements are generational, such as the addition of the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor and improved cameras with a new main and telephoto sensor. The Android 12L OS, which has been optimised for this specific use case where we have a vast screen estate to play around with, is what has me the most thrilled, though. Samsung's efforts to improve the experience on its foldable phones remain to be seen, but the Android 12L is going to significantly improve its usability.
