What is the difference between the Galaxy Z Fold6 and Z Fold5?

Updated : 29th October, 2026
Silver Galaxy Z Fold6 folded downwards displaying cameras

The Galaxy Z Fold6’s ultra-thin design makes it the most compact and lightest Galaxy Fold to date. It folds closed to just 12.1mm thick and weighs only 239g.

Compare the differences between the Galaxy Z Fold6 and Galaxy Z Fold5 in the table below. 

Please note: Models may vary by country.

Specifications

Specifications

Galaxy Z Fold6

Galaxy Z Fold5

OS (at launch)

Android 14

Android 13

One UI (at launch)

UI 6.1.1

UI 5.1.1

Processor

Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy (4nm)

Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy (4nm)

Cover Screen

6.3" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 1~120Hz
Infinity-O Display (2376 x 968 HD+)

6.2” Dynamic AMOLED 2X 48~120Hz
Infinity-O Display (2316 x 904)

Main Screen

7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 1-120Hz
Infinity Flex Display (2160 x 1856 QXGA+) 374 ppi

7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 1-120Hz
Infinity Flex Display (2176 x 1812) 374 ppi

Dimensions when unfolded

(HxWxD)

153.5mm x 132.6mm x 5.6mm

154.9mm x 129.9mm x 6.1mm

Dimensions when folded

(HxWxD)

153.5mm x 68.1mm x 12.1mm

154.9mm x 67.1mm x 13.4mm

Weight

239g

253g

Internal Storage

256 GB / 512 GB / 1 TB

256 GB / 512 GB

External Storage

Not supported

Not supported

Memory (GB)

12 GB

12 GB

Battery Capacity (mAh, typical)

4,400

4,400

Wireless Charging

Supported

Supported

Camera

Rear Camera:

Ultra Wide: 12 MP (f2.2)

Wide angle: 50 MP, OIS (f1.8)

Telephoto: 10 MP, OIS (f2.4)

3x Optical Zoom, 30x Digital zoom

 

Front Camera:

 Main screen (UDC): 4 MP (f1.8)

Cover screen: 10 MP (f2.2)

Rear Camera:

Ultra Wide: 12 MP (f2.2)

Wide angle: 50 MP, OIS (f1.8)

Telephoto: 10 MP, OIS (f2.4)

3x Optical Zoom, 30x Digital zoom

 

Front Camera:

 Main screen (UDC): 4 MP (f1.8)

Cover screen: 10 MP (f2.2)Supported

Waterproof/Dustproof

Supported (IP48) / Not supported

Supported (IPx8) / Not supported

Earphone socket

USB Type-C

USB Type-C

Fingerprint sensor

Side button

Side button

Samsung DeX

Supported

Supported

USB

USB 3.2 Gen 1

USB 3.2 Gen 1

Screen refresh rate
120 Hz support

Supported

Supported

S Pen

S Pen for Fold only
(Main Display)

S Pen for Fold only
(Main Display)

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