Head to head
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 vs Samsung Galaxy S24
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 leads 5 to 3 on the 8 rankable specs, but Samsung Galaxy S24 costs $1,100 less.
Catalog as of September 1, 2026
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Samsung sibling models compared across generations.
Our recommendation: Compare the spec differences below to see if the price premium justifies the newer model's additions.
Buying for
Your devices
Straight answer
Overall: 5 to 3
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6.
- Leads 5 of 8 rankable overall specs; Samsung Galaxy S24 takes 3.
- Size: 7.6 inches inner / 6.3 inches cover vs 6.2 inches
- RAM: 12 GB LPDDR5X vs 8 GB
- Samsung Galaxy S24 is $1,100 cheaper. Pay the difference only if size matters to you.
Deal-breakers
tick what would make you walk away
- Clear:Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 · S Pen Fold Edition supportTrips:Samsung Galaxy S24 · No
- Trips:Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 · NoTrips:Samsung Galaxy S24 · No
- Trips:Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 · NoTrips:Samsung Galaxy S24 · No
- Trips:Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 · IP48 (water resistant to 1.5m + solid p…Clear:Samsung Galaxy S24 · IP68 (1.5 m / 30 min)
- Trips:Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 · NoTrips:Samsung Galaxy S24 · No
At a glance
The handful of numbers that decide most purchases in this category.
Weight
Galaxy Z Fold 6
239 g
Galaxy S24
167 g
Size
Galaxy Z Fold 6
7.6 inches inner / 6.3 inches cover
Galaxy S24
6.2 inches
Chipsetsame
Galaxy Z Fold 6
Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy (4 nm)
Galaxy S24
Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy (4 nm)
RAM
Galaxy Z Fold 6
12 GB LPDDR5X
Galaxy S24
8 GB
Max optical zoom≠
Galaxy Z Fold 6
3x optical (30x Space Zoom)
Galaxy S24
3x optical (30x digital Space Zoom)
Capacity
Galaxy Z Fold 6
4,400 mAh (dual-battery)
Galaxy S24
4,000 mAh
True 3-Year Cost of Ownership (TCO)
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6
Samsung Galaxy S24
The 90-Day Owner Regret Check
Documented ergonomic quirks, hardware annoyances, and maintenance realities reported by real owners.
Galaxy Z Fold 6: What to watch for
- Hidden Cost
No wall charging adapter included in the retail box.
Galaxy S24: What to watch for
- Hidden Cost
No wall charging adapter included in the retail box.
Body
leads 1-0| Dimensions | Unfolded: 153.5 × 132.6 × 5.6 mm / Folded: 153.5 × 68.1 × 12.1 mm | 147.0 × 70.6 × 7.6 mm |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 239 g | 167 g (wins this row: lower) |
| Build | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 cover/back, Enhanced Armor Aluminum frame | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front/back, Armor Aluminum 2 frame |
| Water / dust rating | IP48 (water resistant to 1.5m + solid particles >1mm) | IP68 (1.5 m / 30 min) |
| Colors | Silver Shadow, Pink, Navy, Crafted Black, White | Onyx Black, Marble Gray, Cobalt Violet, Amber Yellow |
| Stylus | S Pen Fold Edition support (inner screen only, sold separately) | No |
Display
leads 2-1| Type | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X foldable inner + AMOLED cover | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
|---|---|---|
| Size | 7.6 inches inner / 6.3 inches cover (wins this row: higher) | 6.2 inches |
| Resolution | Inner: 2160 × 1856 / Cover: 968 × 2376 (wins this row: higher) | 1080 × 2340 (FHD+) |
| Pixel density | ~374 ppi inner / ~410 ppi cover | ~416 ppi (wins this row: higher) |
| Refresh rate | 1–120 Hz LTPO (both screens) | 1–120 Hz LTPO |
| Peak brightness | 2,600 nits peak (both screens) | 2,600 nits peak |
| HDR | HDR10+ | HDR10+ |
| Protection | Ultra Thin Glass (inner) / Gorilla Glass Victus 2 (cover) | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| Always-on display | Yes | Yes |
Platform
2 differences| Operating system | Android 14 with One UI 6.1.1 | Android 14, One UI 6.1 |
|---|---|---|
| Software support | 7 major OS versions + 7 years security | 7 major OS updates + 7 years security patches |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy (4 nm) | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy (4 nm) |
| CPU | 8-core (1× Cortex-X4 + 5× A720 + 2× A520) | 8-core (1× Cortex-X4 + 5× A720 + 2× A520) |
| GPU | Adreno 750 | Adreno 750 |
Memory
leads 2-0| RAM | 12 GB LPDDR5X (wins this row: higher) | 8 GB |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | 512 GB UFS 4.0 (wins this row: higher) | 128 GB UFS 3.1 |
| Storage options | 256 GB / 512 GB / 1 TB | 128 GB / 256 GB |
| microSD | No | No |
Rear camera
5 differences| Main | 50 MP, f/1.8, 23 mm, 1.0µm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.8, 24 mm, 1/1.56", Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS |
|---|---|---|
| Ultrawide | 12 MP, f/2.2, 12 mm, 123° | 12 MP, f/2.2, 13 mm, 120° |
| Telephoto | 10 MP, f/2.4, 66 mm, 3x optical, PDAF, OIS | 10 MP, f/2.4, 67 mm, 3x optical zoom, PDAF, OIS |
| Max optical zoom | 3x optical (30x Space Zoom) | 3x optical (30x digital Space Zoom) |
| Stabilization | OIS on main and 3x telephoto | OIS on main and telephoto lenses |
| Video | 8K 30 fps, 4K 60 fps, 1080p 240 fps | 8K 30 fps, 4K 60 fps, 1080p 240 fps |
Front camera
leads 1-0| Selfie camera | 10 MP cover selfie + 4 MP under-display inner camera | 12 MP, f/2.2, 26 mm, Dual Pixel PDAF (wins this row: higher) |
|---|---|---|
| Selfie video | 4K 60 fps (cover camera) | 4K 60 fps |
Battery & charging
leads 1-0| Capacity | 4,400 mAh (dual-battery) (wins this row: higher) | 4,000 mAh |
|---|---|---|
| Wired chargingNot on the official sheet | 25 W fast wired (50% in 30 min) | 25 W fast wired (50% in 30 min) |
| Wireless charging | 15 W Fast Wireless | 15 W Fast Wireless |
| Reverse wireless | 4.5 W Wireless PowerShare | 4.5 W Wireless PowerShare |
| Charger in box | No | No |
Audio
0 differences| Speakers | Stereo speakers tuned by AKG | Stereo speakers tuned by AKG |
|---|---|---|
| Headphone jack | No | No |
Connectivity
3 differences| Cellular | 5G (sub-6 + mmWave) | 5G (sub-6 + mmWave) |
|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E / Wi-Fi 7 ready | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| NFC | Yes (Samsung Pay / Google Wallet) | Yes |
| USB | USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (DisplayPort support) | USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 |
| SIM | Dual nano-SIM + eSIM | Dual nano-SIM + eSIM |
Features
3 differences| Biometrics | Capacitive side-mounted fingerprint + Face unlock | Ultrasonic in-display fingerprint + Face unlock |
|---|---|---|
| Extra controls | Side key with integrated fingerprint reader | Power and Volume keys |
| Standout features | Dual-screen form factor, Flex Mode, App Continuity, Samsung DeX, Galaxy AI | Circle to Search, Live Translate, Note Assist, Samsung DeX |
Which one should you buy
Pick this one if
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6
Slimmer, lighter foldable flagship with 7.6-inch inner screen, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, and IP48 water resistance.
- Expansive 7.6-inch inner AMOLED display for unmatched multitasking
- Refined lighter hinge and squared-off industrial design
- 7 years of OS upgrades with integrated Galaxy AI tools
What you give up
- Very high premium price tag
- Cameras unchanged from Fold 5 generation
Pick this one if
Samsung Galaxy S24
Compact Android powerhouse with 6.2-inch 120Hz LTPO display, 3x telephoto, and Galaxy AI suite.
- Extremely lightweight and compact 167g pocket-friendly design
- Dedicated 3x optical telephoto camera on a base model
- Bright 2,600 nit 1-120Hz LTPO display
What you give up
- Charging capped at 25W wired
- Base model starts with 128GB UFS 3.1 storage
Best for each use
Photos
Too close to call on photos from the spec sheets. Only selfie camera is rankable here.
Battery & updates
Too close to call on battery & updates from the spec sheets. Only capacity is rankable here.
Games & video
For games & video, buy the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6.
Done deciding?
Open the full standalone spec sheet for either device.
Manufacturer pages: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 ↗ · Samsung Galaxy S24 ↗
Common questions
Which is cheaper, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 or the Samsung Galaxy S24?
Samsung Galaxy S24 costs $1,100 less at list price.
What is the biggest catch with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 or Samsung Galaxy S24?
Samsung Galaxy S24 has this deal-breaker: no stylus. No pen input for handwritten notes or markup.
Which is better for photos, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 or the Samsung Galaxy S24?
Too close to call on photos from the spec sheets. Only selfie camera is rankable here. Main: 50 MP, f/1.8, 23 mm, 1.0µm, Dual Pixel PDAF,… vs 50 MP, f/1.8, 24 mm, 1/1.56", Dual Pixel… Ultrawide: 12 MP, f/2.2, 12 mm, 123° vs 12 MP, f/2.2, 13 mm, 120°
What cannot be compared from spec sheets?
Of the 48 specs tracked here, 40 are descriptive and cannot be ranked on numbers alone. Spec sheets also cannot measure subjective factors like build quality, real-world performance, or comfort.