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Samsung Editor's Choice 2022

Galaxy Z Fold4

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 — Foldable Productivity Flagship Review

Display 2176 x 1812 pixels (~373 ppi)
Camera 10 MP f/2.2, 24mm
Performance Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Ge...
Battery 25W fast charging (50% in 30 min...
Expert Score
4.6
92% Confidence
Community Score
3.9
0% Confidence
AI Score
4.6
90% Confidence
Final Score
4.4
90% Confidence
Storage
RAM
Color
Regional
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$1,799 – $2,159

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Category Scores

Overall hardware score: 92/100 — premier multitasking foldable experience, improved cover screen ergonomics, and flagship Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 performance.

88
96
Performance Excellent

Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 offers blistering speed and...

97
Display Excellent

Stunning dual 120Hz AMOLED screens with wider co...

93
Camera Excellent

Upgraded 50MP main camera and 3x optical telepho...

82
Battery Great

4400 mAh battery delivers solid daily endurance...

95
Gaming Excellent

Expansive tablet screen real estate provides an...

90
AI Excellent

Advanced NPU execution handles split-screen mult...

95
Security Excellent

Side-mounted capacitive fingerprint scanner and...

72
Value for Money Good

Extremely premium foldable tier pricing.

95
Design Excellent

Refined armor aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Vict...

55
Repairability Fair

Complex dual-screen foldable construction requir...

98
Software Support Excellent

Industry-leading multi-year OS and security upda...

95
Connectivity Excellent

Comprehensive 5G network support, Wi-Fi 6E, Blue...

90
Audio Excellent

Rich stereo speakers tuned by AKG with Dolby Atm...

88
Durability Great

IPX8 water resistance rating (not dust resistant...

84
Charging Great

25W fast wired charging and 15W wireless chargin...

Specifications

Display 5
Inner Size 7.6 inches foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+
Inner Resolution 2176 x 1812 pixels (~373 ppi)
Cover Size 6.2 inches Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz
Cover Resolution 2316 x 904 pixels, 23.1:9 ratio
Protection Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+
Processor 3
Chipset Key Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm)
CPU Octa-core (1x3.19 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.75 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510)
GPU Key Adreno 730
Memory 2
RAM Key 12GB
Type LPDDR5
Storage 3
Internal 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
Expandable No
Standard UFS 3.1
Battery 3
Capacity 4400 mAh dual battery non-removable
Wired charging 25W fast charging (50% in 30 min)
Wireless charging 15W wireless, 4.5W reverse wireless
Camera 3
Main 50 MP, f/1.8, 23mm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS
Telephoto 10 MP, f/2.4, 66mm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom
Ultra Wide 12 MP, f/2.2, 123˚, 12mm
Front Cameras 2
Cover Camera Key 10 MP, f/2.2, 24mm
Under-Display Camera Key 4 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (inner display)
Video 1
Max resolution 4K at 60fps, 1080p at 60/240fps, HDR10+
Connectivity 4
Network 5G, LTE, HSPA, GSM
Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 6E, tri-band
Bluetooth 5.2
USB USB Type-C 3.2, DisplayPort out
Sensors 2
Fingerprint Side-mounted capacitive
Stylus Support S Pen Fold Edition / S Pen Pro (sold separately)
Dimensions 3
Open Height 155.1 mm
Open Width 130.1 mm
Depth 6.3 mm
Weight 1
Weight 263 g
Materials 3
Frame Key Armor Aluminum frame with tougher drop and scratch resistance
Back Gorilla Glass Victus+
Water resistance IPX8 water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins)
Colors 1
Options Phantom Black, Graygreen, Beige, Burgundy
Operating System 1
OS Android 12L, upgradable to newer Android versions

Expert Review

By Mutwassim

Design

The Galaxy Z Fold4 features a thinner hinge, a lighter overall body, and a wider cover screen geometry that drastically improves everyday single-handed typing.

Display

It pairs a 6.2-inch cover AMOLED screen with a sprawling 7.6-inch inner foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X display, both supporting 120Hz adaptive refresh rates.

Performance

Equipped with the high-efficiency Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor paired with 12GB RAM, delivering blistering speed and excellent thermal control.

Gaming

Adreno 730 graphics combined with the massive uncropped inner tablet canvas offer a phenomenal mobile gaming experience.

Camera

Upgraded with a 50MP main sensor, 12MP ultra-wide lens, and 10MP telephoto lens supporting 3x optical zoom.

Battery

The 4400 mAh dual battery system delivers reliable day-to-day endurance thanks to the power-efficient 4nm processor.

Software

Runs One UI optimized for foldables, introducing a dedicated PC-like taskbar for instant split-screen app launching.

Ai

Advanced on-device processing manages flex-mode camera angles and multi-window resource distribution.

Pros

  • Wider cover screen significantly improves single-handed usability and typing
  • Blazing fast and energy-efficient Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor
  • Dedicated One UI taskbar for seamless multi-app split screens
  • Upgraded 50MP main camera and 3x optical zoom
  • Robust Armor Aluminum and Gorilla Glass Victus+ build

Cons

  • Very high retail pricing tier
  • Visible crease remains across the inner screen
  • Still lacks dust resistance rating (IPX8 only)
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 brings crucial ergonomic refinements to the foldable market, featuring a slightly wider aspect ratio on the cover screen for easier typing, a lighter hinge mechanism, powerful Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 efficiency, and a dedicated software taskbar running One UI optimized for multi-app split screens.

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 is the most refined and productive book-style foldable smartphone available.

Final: 4.4/10 Best for: Photography enthusiasts Segment: Flagship

Product Intelligence

7.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X Inner Foldable Display Wider 6.2-inch Cover Screen for Better Typing Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 Performance & Efficiency Dedicated Software Taskbar for Multi-App Workflow Upgraded 50MP Main Camera System

Who Should Buy

Mobile power users, multitasking professionals, and tech enthusiasts looking for the most polished book-style foldable smartphone.

Who Should Avoid

Budget-conscious buyers or users seeking rugged dustproof hardware durability.

Key Takeaways

  • Crucial cover screen ergonomic widening over Z Fold 3
  • Desktop-class taskbar integration in One UI
  • Top-tier Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 thermal stability

Buying Recommendation

The definitive book-style foldable choice for users wanting laptop-like multitasking in their pocket.

Competitor Comparison

DeviceScorePriceNotes
Google Pixel Fold

Upgrade Path

Upgrade From Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3
Benefits
  • Wider cover screen
  • vastly improved Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 battery efficiency
  • and upgraded 50MP cameras

Downgrade Path

Downgrade To Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4
Benefits
  • More compact clamshell folding form factor at a lower price point

Pricing & Price Intelligence

In Stock
Current $1,799 – $2,159
Lowest $899
Highest $2,159
Historical Low $1,799
Launch $1,799
Average $1,250
Confidence 40%
Trend Stable

Price Analytics

Best Deal Samsung Official Store $1,799
Best Value Samsung Official Store
Stability High
Buy Timing Fair market price

Pricing is stable. Shop Samsung Official Store for the lowest listed price and set a price alert for drops.

Regional Pricing

US $1,799 UK £1,649

Store Comparison

Store Price Shipping Availability Rating
Samsung Official Store $1,799 In Stock Buy

Variant Pricing

Colors

  • Phantom Black $1,799 – $2,159
  • Graygreen $1,799 – $2,159
  • Beige $1,799 – $2,159
  • Burgundy $1,799 – $2,159

Storage

  • 256GB $1,799
  • 512GB $1,919
  • 1TB $2,159

Ram

  • 12GB $1,799 – $2,159
Low: 1799 High: 1799 Avg: 1799 Volatility: 0%

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Alternatives

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra

Traditional slab flagship with built-in S Pen silo and lower price

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