Galaxy Z Fold 3 5G
SamsungReleased Aug 1, 2021 · Analysis updated Feb 9, 2026
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 5G in the Foldable Phones category. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 5G scores 84/100 based on 26 expert reviews in the foldable phones category. Coverage includes reviews from Root-nation, Radiotimes, Gadgetsnow Indiatimes, and Zdnet.
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Pros
- S pen support(16)
- Ipx8 water resistance(13)
- 120hz refresh rate on both screens(12)
- Water-resistant(8)
- Better app optimization(8)
Cons
- Expensive(19)
- Cameras could be better(10)
- Under-display camera quality is poor(10)
- S pen not included(7)
- Heavy at 275g(6)
26 Publication Reviews
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The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 5G is a very impressive device. This is the third generation of the Korean manufacturer's foldable smartphone, in which you can see further improvements over its predecesso...
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The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 shows what a stronghold the brand has on foldable phones with improvements making it more durable and practical for everyday life.
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The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 5G is a refined foldable phone with innovative design, unmatched performance, and good cameras, making it the ultimate work phone for executives.
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The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 addresses previous issues and may be the charm of the third time with its innovative features like S Pen support, water resistance, and under-display camera.
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The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 is the first foldable phone that we recommend to people who would normally call themselves 'early adopters', yet held off on buying 2020's Z Fold 2 for good reason.
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The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 5G is the most convincing folding phone yet, fixing many problems from the Fold 2 while adding S Pen support and an IPX8 waterproof rating.
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The Galaxy Z Fold 3 5G is a well-rounded foldable with substantial improvements, but its high price remains a significant barrier for most consumers.
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After more than half a year, there's still nothing quite like the Z Fold 3.
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The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G is the most refined foldable smartphone yet, offering significant improvements in durability, display quality, and productivity features.
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After reviewing the Galaxy Z Fold 3, I've come around — and it's my favourite foldable phone (so far).
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Four generations later, the Fold has finally met its intended purpose, making the best possible case yet for folding devices.
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The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G is the toughest foldable that's available in the Philippines, which makes it one of the best examples of foldable tech we've seen so far this year.
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The Galaxy Z Fold 3 is a showcase of refinement in foldable technology, offering improved durability, better displays, and excellent performance, though its high price and battery life remain concerns...
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 5G - An All-In-One Powerful Device That's Great For Gaming!
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The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 is a refined foldable smartphone that builds on the deficiencies of previous iterations, offering improved durability, S Pen support, and better multitasking capabilities.
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The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 5G is praised as the most unique Samsung phone with innovative design, excellent display, and versatile usability as both phone and mini tablet.
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The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 maintains the book-like design and functionality of its two predecessors, but with a much more limited but still usable 6.2-inch display on the outside, while the handset o...
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The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 is an impressive foldable smartphone with solid design and hardware, but its high price and battery life issues make it a niche product.
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Samsung's $1,800 foldable is a wonderful tablet that still folds down into an awkward phone.
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The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 5G offers significant improvements over its predecessor with S Pen support, better durability, and an uninterrupted display, making it a compelling premium foldable smartph...
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The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G offers an innovative foldable design with a large main display and durable construction, though the noticeable crease and substantial weight are notable compromises.
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While the cameras around the back are nothing new, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 showcases plenty of world firsts, not least of all that under-display selfie camera which we haven’t seen on any mainstre...
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Although it's not massively different to its predecessor, Samsung continues to deliver the most complete foldable experience on the market.
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The Galaxy Z Fold 3 is a fun and innovative device for gadget enthusiasts, but its high price and significant compromises in battery life, thickness, and camera quality make it unsuitable for most peo...
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