Imagine if your favourite sci-fi movie had a baby with your smartphone—and it inherited all the best genes and more. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 is that baby. It isn’t just a phone; it’s the kind of futuristic gadget that makes you want to put your other devices in a yard sale. With a screen that folds like origami and tech that feels straight out of tomorrow, this device is as much a conversation starter as it is a productivity powerhouse. We have been using the Fold 6 for over two weeks and this is what we could make of the futuristic device.
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Review: Design and Display
Let’s quickly start with the in-box contents, you get:
- The smartphone
- USB Type-C to Type-C charging cable
- SIM Tool
- Warranty info and smartphone guide.
Out of the box, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 might at first seem similar to the previous generation, but a lot has changed. Now you get more squarish corners and the phone shuts seamlessly as the company has introduced a new hinge mechanism in this mobile, which leaves no gaps (when folded). The outer display is 6.3 inches and has Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on it. It is an AMOLED display with up to 120 Hz refresh rate.
Unfold it and you get to see a 7.6-inch AMOLED display that too has a 120Hz refresh rate, supports HDR 10+ and has a resolution of 2,160 x 1,856 pixels. Both displays support 2,600 nits of peak brightness. These displays are built to perform and we will talk about it in just a moment.
Further talking about the build quality, Samsung has used a lot of metal on this smartphone. From the back to the spine to the frame, everything is built of premium-grade metal. When folded, the right side has the power button (which also is a fingerprint sensor) and right above it is the volume rocker key. You will also find the SIM tray here on the upper side (which becomes the left side when unfolded).
At the top, users get multiple microphones and a loudspeaker grille. At the bottom the company has placed the primary loudspeaker, USB Type-C charging port and the primary microphone. The metal spine can be found on the left side that has the Samsung branding etched on it.
Spin it around and you will find a traffic signal-shaped camera island with three sensors on it. Right next to them is the LED flash. Since the camera system is in 2 steps, it does make the phone wobble when kept flat on a table. So, we do recommend purchasing a good cover for the smartphones, as that will keep the smartphone not only stable but will protect it from nasty bumps and thuds.
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The smartphone also features two selfie cameras, one located on the front screen as a punch-hole system and the other one behind the larger display at the top right of the screen.
Moving to the display and how well it runs. We were very, very happy with both the displays of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6. Coming from Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5, this display has become better and crisper when compared. Some might argue that the Fold 5 had a more vibrant screen, we would suggest keeping the display brightness a little higher (by say 10%) on the Fold 6 and you will be much happier with this one.
We watched a lot of content on this smartphone and loved every bit of it. We pushed out some tough 4K content and both displays delivered in style. The colours portrayed are vivid and the imagery is sharp, even when watching dark OTT content. The display is partnered with stereo loudspeakers that have become much better when compared to its predecessor. These are tuned by AKG and not once did we feel like picking up the wireless earphones for better reception. Since the inside screen is large enough, two people can also easily watch a show together.
All in all, Samsung gets full marks when it comes to the design and display of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6. At 239 grammes, the in-hand feel of the smartphone is very nice. With the metal body, the smartphone feels well crafted, and it not only gets the job done but also catches a lot of attention.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Review: Performance and Cameras
To tell you the truth, we have had very high expectations from the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6, when it comes to its performance. And on most counts, it delivered. Under the hood, this smartphone has a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 multi-core CPU with a max clock speed of 3.39 GHz. This is paired with Adreno 750 as GPU and 12GB of RAM. Users can pick from three storage variants – 256 GB, 512 GB and 1TB. The storage supports UFS 4.0 and there is no expansion slot in this smartphone.
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We had a gala time with this masterpiece. The operating system is Android 14 on which Samsung’s own OS 6.1.1 runs. The interface is clean and there is minimal bloatware. We did a lot of multitasking and ran heavy-duty apps and games (like COD Mobile) on the device. Not once did it give us a chance to bicker. In fact, we even threw the bathroom sink at it and the smartphone did not duck and took it like a champ.
The Z Fold 6 isn’t just a phone; it’s a seven-year commitment to staying cutting-edge. This foldable beauty promises to keep you in the software and security loop until you’ve probably moved on to holographic devices.
One UI shines brighter than a competitor’s at maximizing the Z Fold 6’s expansive screen real estate. Imagine juggling eight apps at once, transforming the Fold into a mini-laptop in various flex modes, and doing everything your tablet can—and then some.
On top of that, there is an abundance of AI tools and enhancements added to the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6. Google is now bringing a lot of its AI tools first to Samsung phones, which we have seen this year starting from the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra (launched earlier this year).
So, what AI innovations does this one bring in? With Google’s Gemini AI chatbot, Circle to Search, voice transcription and translation services, AI summarization, and a keyboard that proofreads better than your grammar-obsessed friend, you’ll feel like you’ve got a personal assistant in your pocket.
And let’s talk fun: the new photo assist tool on this big screen makes the Flip 6 look like a toy. Turn your doodles into lifelike objects in your photos, adding a playful twist to your creativity.
Jumping over to its cameras, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 pulls in the tried-and-true five-camera setup, including the same 4-megapixel under-display selfie camera that’s perfect for video calls and maybe a few selfies.
On the flip side, you’ve got a 50MP main camera, a 12MP ultra-wide, and a 10MP 3x telephoto. We tested these cams out and we found a lot of depth now being added to almost all of them. In good light, they’re like your personal photography dream team—great portraits, solid low-light shots, but just 3x zoom? It’s a bit shy compared to the newer 5x zooms out there. We found the 3x to be slightly noisy, but compared to its competition it does a fine job. But still, as the saying goes, yeh dil mange more (the heart wants more).
For a device that costs as much as a small car, you might expect more, but the Fold 6’s cameras are almost on par with the S24 models from January when it comes to videography. You can shoot 8K at 30FPS, but we recommend 4K at 60FPS as that brings lot of vividness to the shots and also they seemed to be much more stable thanks to EIS.
The exterior selfie camera does its job, but why settle? You can always use the main cameras for your selfies, thanks to the cover screen acting as a viewfinder. And don’t forget the Fold’s party tricks: it’ll even take your photo when you show it your palm. Which we loved!
All in all, the Z Fold 6’s cameras are good and will come in handy whenever you want a good daylight portrait or a nighttime party shot.
When it comes to the (4,400 mAh) battery life, we got the same results when compared to the Fold 5. When battery saver is on, you end up getting over a day of battery life. With battery saver off, around 18-19 hours. This included our full 10-hour work day, a bit of gaming here and there and yes lots of calls and WhatsApp messaging.
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 is definitely on the richer side of things. While the lower-end version costs Rs 1,64,999 the top-end 1TB variant will set you back by a little over 2 lacs of Indian rupees. So is the price justified? In a lot of ways yes. You end up getting cutting-edge design, the latest AI innovations and camera improvements over the last generations. The folding mechanism has become better, and the screens are more desirable. Over that, you get the absolute latest machinery inside, which is great for office work, play time and also me time. If you can afford it, we see no reason to not buy it.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Pros
Great Screen
A lot of AI features
Primary camera
Metal Body
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Cons
A higher mAh battery would have been great
The price might pinch a few
