Samsung introduced the Galaxy Z Fold 6 back in July, marking the sixth iteration of its innovative book-style foldable phone. However, with the emergence of new competitors in the market, Samsung has responded with the Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition, an upgraded version of the standard model designed to compete with the likes of the Honor Magic V3 and Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold.
Let’s take a closer look at what both the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and the Special Edition have to offer.
### When will the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 be released?
The Galaxy Z Fold 6 was officially unveiled at a Galaxy Unpacked event on July 10, 2024, and was subsequently released on July 24, 2024. On the other hand, the Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition (SM-F958NZKAKOO) was officially announced on October 21, 2024. However, it is currently only available in South Korea, with availability in other regions yet to be confirmed.
### How much will the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 cost?
The standard Galaxy Z Fold 6 is priced starting at £1,799/$1,899.99 for the 256GB variant, with options for 512GB at £1,899/$1,999.99 and 1TB at £2,099/$2,199.99. On the other hand, the Galaxy Z Fold 6 Special Edition is priced at KRW 2,789,600 (approximately £1,654/$2,028) and is available in a single 512GB storage capacity.
### Design
The Galaxy Z Fold 6 features a refined foldable design, weighing 239g and measuring 12.1mm when closed and 5.6mm when opened. It comes in Silver Shadow, Pink, Navy, and Crafted Black and White finishes. In comparison, the Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition is even slimmer and lighter at 236g, measuring 4.9mm when unfolded and 10.6mm when folded. It is available in a sleek Black Shadow color.
### Display
The Galaxy Z Fold 6 boasts a 6.3-inch HD+ AMOLED cover display and a 7.6-inch QXGA+ AMOLED inner display, both with a 120Hz refresh rate. The Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition features a larger 6.5-inch cover display and an 8-inch main display, both with a 120Hz refresh rate as well.
### Performance
Both the Z Fold 6 and the Special Edition are powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy processor. The Z Fold 6 offers 12GB of RAM and storage options of 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB, while the Special Edition comes with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage, along with Wi-Fi 7 support for faster connectivity.
### Cameras
The Z Fold 6 features a 50MP main camera, a 12MP ultrawide camera, and a 10MP telephoto sensor. The Z Fold Special Edition upgrades the main camera to a 200MP sensor with OIS.
### Battery & Charging
Both phones feature a 4400mAh dual-battery setup with support for 25W wired charging and 15W wireless charging. They also support 4.5W reverse wireless charging.
### Software
Both devices run on Android 14 with Samsung’s One UI 6.1 overlay, with a promise of receiving seven years of updates. They offer advanced AI features such as Live Transcriptions, Sketch to Image, Browser Assist, and more.
In conclusion, the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and the Special Edition bring significant upgrades in design, display, performance, cameras, and software features. With their cutting-edge technology and innovative design, they are set to redefine the foldable smartphone experience.
