Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
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Pros and Cons
Strengths and weaknesses at a glance.
Why choose
- Unique multitasking
- S-Pen support
- 120Hz on both screens
- IPX8 water resistance
- Premium build quality
- Value for money in 2026
What to consider
- Battery life
- Slow charging
- Narrow external screen
- Camera level
- Device thickness
Detailed Technical Info
Hardware and features in detail.
- Screen size
- 7.6 inches (internal), 6.2 inches (external)
- Resolution
- 1768 x 2208 pixels (internal), 832 x 2268 pixels (external)
- Display type
- Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Refresh rate
- 120Hz (on both screens)
- Max brightness
- 1200 nits (peak)
- Screen protection
- Gorilla Glass Victus (external), PET film (internal)
Display
- Screen size
- 7.6 inches (internal), 6.2 inches (external)
- Resolution
- 1768 x 2208 pixels (internal), 832 x 2268 pixels (external)
- Display type
- Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Refresh rate
- 120Hz (on both screens)
- Max brightness
- 1200 nits (peak)
- Screen protection
- Gorilla Glass Victus (external), PET film (internal)
Performance
- Processor
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 5G (5nm)
- CPU cores
- 8-core (1x2.84 GHz Cortex-X1 & 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55)
- GPU
- Adreno 660
- RAM
- 12GB LPDDR5
- AnTuTu score
- 820000 (v9)
Camera
- Main camera
- 12 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS
- Ultra-wide
- 12 MP, f/2.2, 123˚, 12mm
- Telephoto
- 12 MP, f/2.4, 52mm, PDAF, OIS, 2x optical zoom
- Front camera
- 4 MP, f/1.8 (under-display internal), 10 MP, f/2.2 (external)
- Video
- 4K@60fps, 1080p@60/240fps, 720p@960fps
Battery
- Capacity
- 4400 mAh
- Charging speed
- 25W wired
- Wireless charging
- Yes (11W)
- Battery life
- Up to 12 hours of mixed usage
Connectivity
- 5G
- Yes
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi 6E
- Bluetooth
- 5.2
- NFC
- Yes
- USB
- USB Type-C 3.2
Body & Dimensions
- Dimensions
- 158.2 x 128.1 x 6.4 mm (unfolded), 158.2 x 67.1 x 14.4-16 mm (folded)
- Weight
- 271 grams
- Materials
- Armor aluminum frame, glass back
- Water resistance
- IPX8 (up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Condition Classes
All devices are fully tested and working.
Good (B)
from 377,6 €
May have a few micro-scratches on the external screen or body. Internal screen is clean. Battery health 85-90%.
Acceptable (C)
from 291,8 €
Clearly visible signs of use. Best price.
Model characteristics
Common issues that may occur with Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3.
Internal screen protector peeling off
ModerateWear and tear of the adhesive due to constant folding.
Internal screen cracking
CriticalMaterial fatigue at the fold or debris getting into the hinge.
Hinge stiffness
MinorDust and dirt accumulating between the bristles inside the hinge.
Battery capacity reduction
ModerateHigh power consumption of the Snapdragon 888 and natural battery wear.
Repairs and Parts2/10 iFixit
Battery Replacement
The battery is heavily glued and requires almost complete disassembly of the device.
Screen Replacement
Replacing the internal screen is extremely expensive and complex; it's often more sensible to buy a new device.
Charging Port Repair
On a separate daughterboard, replaceable without touching the motherboard.
Original spare parts are available, but internal screen panels are scarce.
Environmental Impact
Buying a used device saves valuable resources.
CO₂ Saved
75 kg CO2e
Water Saved
18500 liters
E-Waste Avoided
271 grams
Reused
88%
Recycled
12%
Methodology: Fraunhofer Institute / Refurbed.com calculation model (2025)
Who Is This For?
This device is especially well-suited for these users.
Business user
A person who needs to reply to emails, view spreadsheets, and take notes on the go.
- Large screen for reading documents
- S-Pen for note-taking
- Powerful multitasking
Tech enthusiast
Wants to try innovative technology without paying the full price for a new model.
- The foldable screen is still a 'wow' factor
- Affordable price on the secondary market
- Good software support from Samsung
Creative person
Uses the phone for sketching and consuming social media content on a large screen.
- S-Pen for drawing
- Large screen for watching videos
- High-quality stereo speakers
Network Compatibility
Supported frequencies and carriers.
LatviaYour country
Estonia
Finland
Lithuania
The F926U model is a US variant, but it supports all major European 5G frequencies (n1, n3, n7, n8, n20, n28, n38, n41, n77, n78).
Comparisons With Other Models
How this model differs from the competition.
The Z Fold4 offers better battery life and a wider external screen, but the Z Fold3 is a significantly more affordable option in 2026 for those who want the fold experience with minimal cost.
| Feature | Galaxy Z Fold3 | Galaxy Z Fold4 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 888 | Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 |
| Main Camera | 12 MP | 50 MP |
| Weight | 271g | 263g |
The Pixel Fold has a more comfortable external screen, but Samsung's software (One UI) is still superior for multitasking and S-Pen use.
| Feature | Galaxy Z Fold3 | Pixel Fold |
|---|---|---|
| Software | One UI (Fold optimized) | Stock Android |
| S-Pen Support | Yes | No |
| External Screen | Narrow (25:9) | Wide (17.4:9) |
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