Is the Galaxy Z Fold 3 worth it over a regular flagship phone?

If you want a large screen that folds into a pocketable phone and will use split-screen apps, the Fold 3 delivers that. If battery life and camera quality matter most, a slab flagship does better.

How does it compare with the Galaxy Z Fold 2?

The Fold 3 adds IPX8 water resistance, S Pen support and an under-display camera, and it is lighter than the Fold 2. The screen size and foldable format carry over.

Does it support the S Pen?

Yes, it works with S Pen models made for the Fold, including the S Pen Fold Edition and S Pen Pro. Older S Pens are not compatible with the inner screen.

The phone comes with a USB-C cable and SIM tool. A charger and S Pen are not included.

Is it water resistant?

It carries an IPX8 rating, so it survives accidental splashes and brief immersion. It is not dust resistant, so keep it away from sand and grit.

Can it run two apps at once?

Yes, the inner screen supports split-screen multitasking with multiple windows, and Flex Mode lets apps use the top and bottom halves separately.

Where can I buy the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 5G - 512GB - Phantom Black?

4 stores we checked sell it, including Cell2Get, Amazon, eBay, SlickSafe.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 5G - 512GB - Phantom Black

Q: Where is the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 5G - 512GB - Phantom Black cheapest?

At Cell2Get, for $414.95, as of our latest check.

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$414.95at Cell2GetChecked Nov 13

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What reviewers say

Owners praise the big inner screen and the flexibility of folding a tablet into a phone, and reviewers rate the build and water resistance as real progress for foldables. The common complaints are the crease, the weight and battery life that falls short of slab flagships.

What people mention

Inner displayPraisedOwners like the large 120Hz screen for video, reading and running several apps at once.
CreaseCriticisedReviewers note a visible and tangible crease across the middle of the folding screen.
BatteryCriticisedHeavy inner-screen use drains the battery quickly, and owners say it lags behind slab flagships.
BuildPraisedThe aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus and sturdy hinge feel premium and durable.
WeightCriticisedThe phone is heavy and thick when folded, which owners notice in a pocket.
Under-display cameraCriticisedThe hidden selfie camera produces soft images, so reviewers avoid it for photos.

About the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 5G - 512GB - Phantom Black

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G is a foldable 5G smartphone. It folds inward and opens to a 7.6-inch, 120Hz Infinity Flex Dynamic AMOLED 2X display. An under-display camera keeps the screen uninterrupted edge to edge.

The body is aluminum with Corning Gorilla Glass Victus. It is IPx8 water resistant. It is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 5G processor with 12 GB of RAM.

Flex Mode allows hands-free video calls. Multi-window lets you work across several apps at once. The phone also supports S Pen and Samsung DeX.

Model number

SM-F926W

Color

Phantom Black

Body material

Aluminum, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus

Water resistance

IPx8

Dimensions folded

2.6 x 0.6 x 6.2 in

Dimensions unfolded