Samsung is gearing up to launch its first-ever triple-folding smartphone, the Galaxy Z TriFold, which promises to combine innovative design with powerful specifications. While not all details have been fully disclosed, renowned leaker Evan Blass has revealed significant insights that provide a clearer picture of what to expect from this groundbreaking device.
Confirmed Specifications
- 10-inch inner main display with a peak brightness of 1600 nits
- 6.5-inch cover screen boasting an impressive 2600 nits peak brightness
- 200MP primary camera sensor
- Battery capacity rated at 5,437mAh
- Powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset (exact model yet to be disclosed)
The revealed specs align closely with previous rumors and reports coming out of South Korea, reinforcing the credibility of this information. The 10-inch internal display offers a tablet-like experience, while the bright 6.5-inch secondary screen excels in outdoor visibility.
The Galaxy Z TriFold looks like a sleek folded smartphone and unfolds into a full-sized tablet. | Image Credit: Subusu News
Samsung appears set to market the device with a 5,600mAh battery rating despite the slightly lower rated capacity of 5,437mAh, following its usual practice seen with previous devices such as the Galaxy Z Fold 7.
Another notable detail is the varying thickness of the three folding leaves, measuring approximately 3.9mm, 4mm, and 4.2mm respectively. While these dimensions are not uniform, Samsung likely has practical engineering reasons behind this design choice.
Display Brightness Compared to Galaxy Z Fold 7
Though the TriFold's main 10-inch display reaches 1600 nits peak brightness, it is somewhat dimmer than the 8-inch Z Fold 7's screen. Conversely, the TriFold’s 6.5-inch cover screen outshines the Fold 7’s cover panel significantly, hitting up to 2600 nits compared to 1400 nits. This implies excellent visibility under direct sunlight.
Availability and Pricing
The Galaxy Z TriFold’s launch is anticipated to begin on December 5, but its availability will be limited to select markets such as South Korea, China, Singapore, and the UAE. Unfortunately, major regions including Europe and the United States are expected to be excluded from the initial rollout.
Pricing remains uncertain but is rumored to fall between $2,000 and $3,000 in South Korea. Samsung does not expect to sell more than 20,000 to 30,000 units, indicating this device will likely remain a niche product focused on innovation rather than mass-market appeal.
Looking Ahead
Samsung is surely hoping the Galaxy Z TriFold will boost its position in the foldable smartphone market. However, competition is heating up with Apple rumored to release its first foldable iPhone in the near future. To maintain market dominance, Samsung may need to back its premium experimental devices with more accessible and reliable offerings like the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and budget-friendly Z Flip Fan Edition.
