Samsung’s 2024 foldables were unveiled this week. They are slimmer and more durable than their predecessors, along with other improvements.
Samsung refreshed its two foldable lines this week with new Z Fold and new Z Flip models. Currently, they are on pre-order and will go on open sale on July 24 (or a bit later in some markets). Check out our hands-on review for a closer look at both models. Are you considering getting one?
Let’s consider the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 first. Samsung tweaked the aspect ratios of both the cover display (now 6.3”, 22.1:9) and the main display (now a 7.6” panel with a 10.5:9 aspect ratio). It’s a subtle change, but it does bring a noticeable improvement to usability.
A few more major changes – the phone is 14g lighter and it is 1.3mm thinner than the Z Fold5 when folded, both of which improve the in-hand feel. The phone now has an IP48 rating, which is not enough to stop dust, but larger particles will be blocked.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 is also thinner when folded, but the difference is less dramatic – at 14.9mm, it is 0.2mm thinner than the Z Flip5. The other dimensions and the weight are the same. This model also received an IP48 rating and Samsung says it is using refined Gorilla Glass Victus 2 and Armor Aluminum materials to make the new foldable tougher.
The big change on the Flip this year is the 50MP main camera. The Z Fold has a tele lens, but all the Z Flips so far have struggled with zooming in. The new sensor should be more capable than the old 12MP unit in all scenarios.
