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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 vs Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max
Published
12 months agoon
By
Maikel Du
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 5G is one of the best foldable devices on the market, and the series has been very successful since it launched a few years ago. Apple’s iPhone 12 Pro Max is also a very successful product, and it’s currently sitting on the throne as one of the best flagships of 2021. Today, we’ll put the Galaxy Z Fold 3 vs the Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max head-to-head, to see which one is worth considering.
If you’re an Apple user thinking about jumping ship to the new Galaxy Z Fold 3, you might want to take a look at the brand new Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 series, and the best Galaxy Watch 4 bands to perfectly match your setup with a great smartwatch. If you haven’t quite decided yet, we have also compared the Galaxy Watch 4 vs Apple Watch 6 to help you find out if it’s worth switching.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 vs Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max Specifications
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 vs Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max: Design
There are many differences between the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and the iPhone 12 Pro Max’s design. The iPhone is fairly slim at 7.4 mm, while the Z Fold 3 is 6.4 mm when unfolded and 16 mm folded at its thickest angle. Considering you’re holding a smaller tablet is a good trade-off, but it’ll likely take some getting used to.
When using the cover screen, the Fold 3 is narrower than the iPhone 12 Pro Max, and it may not be the best experience while typing longer texts, although you’ll certainly get used to it over time. Surprisingly, the iPhone is 2 mm taller than the Z Fold 3, and reaching the top of the display is a challenging task even for those with larger than average hands.
The iPhone 12 Pro Max has IP68 water and dust protection, while the Galaxy Z Fold 3 only features IPX8, which means it’s only certified against water. This means you’re strongly advised against taking this phone down to the beach with you since dust can get stuck in the hinge and ruin the moving components inside the device. Both devices can handle water, although the iPhone is rated for up to 6m depth, while the Galaxy is “only” rated for 1.5m for 30 minutes. It’s not a deal-breaker by any means — you should always keep technology away from water — but it’s good to know that spilling liquid on the table won’t damage either of these smartphones.
When it gets to usability and one-handedness, the iPhone is tall and wide, and hard to use single-handedly, while the Z Fold 3 is narrower and easier to use on average, that is if only the cover screen is used. Once you unfold the phone, you’ll more than likely be required to use both hands if you want to use it with ease.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 vs Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max: Performance
Both devices are equipped with the most premium chipsets. The Galaxy Z Fold 3 has Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 888 5G capable chipset, while the iPhone 12 Pro Max is powered by Apple’s latest and most powerful A14 Bionic chipset. Both SoCs are based on the 5nm process, which means they’re more efficient and powerful than their predecessors. Both smartphones are excellent for multitasking and playing graphics-intensive games, not to mention the battery life should also be great for both.
Neither of the devices come with a wall adapter inside the box, although Samsung does include a 25W fast charger if you pre-order the Galaxy Z Fold 3. Otherwise, you have to buy a fast charger separately for each device to take advantage of faster charging speeds. Based on already published reviews, the battery life is supposed to be better on the iPhone 12 Pro Max, but we’d recommend you hang tight and wait for our full review of the Galaxy Z Fold 3 to see our findings.
When it comes to multitasking, the Z Fold 3 is the clear winner since the larger display offers more space to open up to three applications on the large display and swap them around, and re-size them at any given time. On the other hand, the iPhone 12 Pro Max still doesn’t offer any split-screen functionality, making the app switching rather seamless.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 vs Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max: Camera
Both devices’ cameras are rated as excellent, even if the Galaxy Z Fold 3 comes with the same camera setup as last year’s Galaxy Z Fold 2. Samsung has made some upgrades to the algorithm and the software. While most of the shots are comparable to the Galaxy S21 flagship lineup, the telephoto camera is far less powerful than the one on the iPhone 12 Pro Max. The selfie shooter on the main (inner) screen is also not great for most tasks. Even Samsung is only recommending it for unlocking the device or using it for video conferencing.
The iPhone 12 Pro Max is one of the best camera smartphones on the market today. It offers a 12MP main, a 12MP telephoto with 3.5x optical zoom, and a 12MP ultrawide sensor. While the Galaxy Z Fold 3 also has a triple 12MP setup, the iPhone shoots better telephoto pictures, and often yields better results in low light conditions or at night.
The Z Fold 3 is excellent for everyday life and when out-and-about, but it’s important to keep in mind that while the camera is sufficient for most people, tech enthusiasts might not be delighted with the results when comparing the results with other high-end, premium flagships. It’s great, but if you want the best camera, you should consider the Galaxy S21 Ultra, or the iPhone 12 Pro Max.
Should you buy Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 vs Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max?
Which device is best for you — the Galaxy Z Fold 3 or the Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max? It’s a tricky question as both devices are aimed at entirely different people. If you’re already in the ecosystem, have multiple Apple products, and like the simplicity of iOS, the iPhone 12 Pro Max is likely a better choice. It has a better camera, better battery life, and while it’s not great for one-handed use, it’s also comfortable to hold with its slim design.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 is also a powerhouse with decent battery life, and great camera performance. The Fold 3 is also best used by those who multitask a lot and want to take advantage of a larger, secondary display that they can use for entertainment, playing games, taking notes with the S Pen, or multitasking using multiple apps simultaneously.
Overall, both devices are excellent, but if we had to pick, it would come down to which of the main features matter to you. If you want a truly unique device and you have the money, the Galaxy Z Fold 3 offers an experience like no other phone on the market today. The iPhone 12 Pro Max is the best Apple has to offer in terms of performance, battery, and camera for your hard-earned cash.
Roland is a technology enthusiast and software engineer based in United Kingdom. He is also a content creator and writer, and is best known under the name “Techusiast”.
Roland Udvarlaki
I worked in many technical fields, but I always resort to blogging which has become an addiction to me

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Razer Blade 14

We’ve seen tons of amazing deals today after the announcement of Samsung’s new foldable devices, but deals don’t stop there as we have also spotted some interesting deals at Amazon, Adorama, and Best Buy, where you will find the Razer Blade 14 Gaming Laptop receiving a 16 percent discount. This model comes with an AMD Ryzen 9 processor, 16GB RAM, and 1TB SSD storage, but the latest savings will let you take one home for just $2,956, which means $544 savings for anyone interested in picking one up.
The Razer Blade 14 Gaming Laptop will deliver an outstanding gaming experience thanks to its 14-inch QHD display, which will reach 165Hz refresh rates, and a potent NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti graphics card that will help you run most games with great details.
Other gaming deals feature the Logitech G PRO X SUPERLIGHT Wireless Gaming Mouse, which now sells for $120 after scoring a $40 discount. In addition, you can enjoy your new gaming setup on a Convenience Concepts Designs2Go Trestle Desk that now sells for just $115.

Razer Blade 14
The Razer Blade 14 is an amazing portable gaming laptop that comes powered by an AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX processor, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 graphics, and a 14-inch QHD+ display.
OnePlus 10 Pro

Next up, we have the OnePlus 10 Pro, which sells for just 850 after picking up a 12 percent discount at Amazon.com. This device usually sells for $970, which means that you can get this model with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor, 12GB RAM, 256GB storage, and other cool features and still get to score $120 savings. And you can also purchase the less powerful OnePlus 10 Pro, which comes with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage space, for $779 after seeing an 86 discount.
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OnePlus 10 Pro
OnePlus 10 Pro ships with a 6.7-inch QHD+ display that uses a 2nd generation LTPO panel. It also features the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 and aims to deliver a unique camera experience with a 150-degree Ultrawide camera and implementations from the second year of the Hasselblad partnership.
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Samsung Q80B QLED 4K Smart TV
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Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700
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Indeed, you may have already scored up to $200 savings directly from Samsung.com, where you could reserve a new Samsung Galaxy smartphone, a new smartwatch, or earbuds, but we have found even more options to consider.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4
The latest Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 comes with the most powerful Qualcomm SoC, a wider display, a better hinge mechanism, and many significant upgrades over its predecessor.
Verizon
For instance, you can head over to Verizon.com, where you will find that you can buy a new Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 in your choice of Bora Purple, Graphite, Pink Gold, or Blue, starting at just $27.77/mo for 36 months when you purchase your new foldable on Verizon Device Payment.
If you want Samsung’s most potent and largest foldable, then you should know that you can get the Galaxy Z Fold 4 for just $49.99/mo for the same period of time with Verizon’s Device Payment. You just have to choose your favorite color option among Verizon’s three options: Greygreen, Phantom Black, and Beige.
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Of course, savings don’t stop there, as you will also get the chance to save up to $800 off both new foldable phones with a select trade-in on a qualified 5G Unlimited plan. These savings will be applied to your bill every month for up to 36 months, and the best part is that if you switch from another carrier, you also get a $200 Verizon eCard. To make things even more interesting, Verizon will also upgrade your storage tier when you preorder your new 128GB Galaxy Z Flip4 or 256GB Galaxy Z Fold4.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4
The latest Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 comes with the most powerful Qualcomm SoC, a better hinge mechanism, and a 1.9-inch Super AMOLED cover display.
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Things can get a bit more interesting at AT&T, where you can now preorder the new Samsung Galaxy Z series and score insane savings. For instance, all customers can get a new Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 absolutely free when you trade in a Galaxy phone from any year and in any condition. In addition, the Galaxy Z Fold 4 is getting a similar treatment, as you will be able to receive $1,000 trade-in savings when you trade in any Galaxy smartphone.
You can preorder your new foldable until August 25, so you have more than enough time to decide whether or not to take advantage of this deal. And to make things better, you would also get a free memory upgrade and a Samsung case to keep your new phone safe from accidents.
Finally, you will also be able to save on the Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 or the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro, as preordering these models starting at $329.99 and $499.99 will get you a second one for up to $430 off, meaning that your second smartwatch would be yours free of charge.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 5
Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 features iterative changes that improve the package sold previously. If you’re looking for an affordable WearOS-based smartwatch, this is the best option to consider. It comes with improved battery life and faster-charging capabilities.
T-Mobile
Magenta is also getting in on the action, and it now allows you to get a new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4, Galaxy Z Flip 4, and the Galaxy S22 in Bora Purple. However, the most interesting part comes with the deals, as you will also be able to receive up to $1,000 savings with any of Samsung’s latest foldables. This means that you can get a new Galaxy Z Flip 4 with 24 monthly bill credits by trading in an eligible phone or when you add a new line on Magenta Max or get a new Galaxy Z Fold 4 for less.
Another interesting alternative will let you get half off the Galaxy Z Flip 4 or up to $500 off the Galaxy Z Fold 4 with 24 monthly bill credits when trading in one of your current devices or when you add a new line to most plans on T-Mobile. Customers will also receive a free memory upgrade when they pre-order their new foldable phones and a phone case free of charge.
If you’re more interested in a new Galaxy Watch 5, you will be able to score $99 savings by adding a new watch line or get a fantastic BOGO deal on the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro that will get you a second smartwatch when you add a new watch line.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro
The Galaxy Watch 5 Pro comes with a host of new features and a design that’s geared to the rugged lifestyle and is worth considering for your outdoor activities.
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Of course, Samsung isn’t going to stay behind, as it also offers insane savings and trade-in discounts on almost every new product announced.
First up, we have the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4, which can now be yours for just $99 after an eligible trade-in, as you will be able to receive up to $900 trade-in savings with one of your current devices, and the best part is that you will receive a Silicone Ring Case or Strap Case with your purchase. In addition, the larger Galaxy Z Fold 4 will receive up to $1,000 savings with an eligible trade-in, a Standing liCover with Pen case, and $100 Samsung Credit. And yes, you will also receive a free storage upgrade.
The new Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 series will come with a free Charger Duo and up to $75 Samsung Credit with eligible smartwatch trade-in. And if you go Pro, you will also receive a free Charger Duo, but you will receive $125 Samsung Credit with your trade-in.
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Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
Samsung’s new Galaxy Buds 2 Pro features outstanding Intelligent Active Noise Cancelation to quiet even the loudest sounds around you, delivering an incredible studio quality experience, an IPX7 rating, and other great features.
Amazon and Best Buy
Amazon isn’t going to take long to start giving us incredible deals on the recently announced Samsung products, but unfortunately, we will have to wait a bit longer. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4, Z Flip 4, Galaxy Watch 5, and more are already available for preorder but without visible savings.
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