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Galaxy Note vs Galaxy Folder2

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

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Samsung · 2011

Galaxy Note

Galaxy Note
61/ 100
Launch MSRP$700 USD
Samsung · 2017

Galaxy Folder2

Galaxy Folder2
61/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Galaxy Note BETTER THAN Galaxy Folder2?

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Galaxy NoteWinner 🏆
Galaxy Folder2

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORGalaxy NoteGalaxy Folder2LEADER
Refresh Rate60Hz60Hz60Hz
Battery Capacity2,500 mAh1,950 mAh+2,500 mAh
Wired Fast Charging5WStandard25W Max
Main Camera Sensor8 MP8 MP8 MP
Screen Display Size5.3"3.8"5.3"
Chassis Weight178g165g165g Lightest
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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Galaxy Note:
  • ✓$9299 lower launch MSRP ($700 vs $9999)
  • ✓Larger 2,500 mAh battery capacity (+550 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓8MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
Reasons to buy Galaxy Folder2:
  • ✓13g lighter chassis (165g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓8MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓3.8" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationGalaxy NoteGalaxy Folder2
1. Display & Screen🏆 Galaxy Note Wins Display
Screen Type & TechSuper AMOLED HDTFT capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
Screen Size5.3"3.8"
Resolution & Density1280x800 (285 ppi)480x800 (246 ppi)
Refresh Rate60 Hz ProMotion60 Hz
Brightness300 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Galaxy Note Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC High performance SoC
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 2.3Android
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory1 GB LPDDR2 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage16GB / 32GB2GB / 16GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Galaxy Note Wins Camera
Primary Camera8 MP, f/2.68 MP
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/AN/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens2 MP, f/2.65 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Galaxy Folder2 Lightest Chassis
Dimensions146.9 x 83 x 9.7 mmN/A
Weight178 g165 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceNot certifiedNot certified
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Galaxy Note Wins Battery
Battery Capacity2,500 mAh1,950 mAh
Wired Fast Charging5W wired fast chargingN/A
Wireless ChargingNot supportedNot supported
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 4Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, WiFi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth3.04.2, A2DP, LE
USB Port & SpeedMicro-USB 2.0microUSB 2.0
NFCYesYes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch Price$700Price on request
Editorial Lab Verdict

Galaxy Note edges ahead with a BeastScore of 60.8/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Galaxy Note ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 60/100 camera rating.

When to buy Galaxy Note:
Larger battery capacity: 2,500 mAh (+550 mAh more) · Significantly larger display: 5.3" vs max 3.8" for media & multitasking
When to buy Galaxy Folder2:
Lighter body: 165g (13g lighter in hand)
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Galaxy Note vs Galaxy Folder2

Which phone is better: Galaxy Note or Galaxy Folder2?

Galaxy Note leads with an overall BeastScore of 60.8/100 compared to Galaxy Folder2 (60.8/100), driven by advantages in Larger battery capacity: 2,500 mAh (+550 mAh more) and Significantly larger display: 5.3" vs max 3.8" for media & multitasking.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Galaxy Note and Galaxy Folder2?

Galaxy Note is equipped with a 5.3-inch display and 2500 mAh battery, while Galaxy Folder2 features a 3.8-inch display and 1950 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Galaxy Note and Galaxy Folder2?

In lab hardware evaluations, Galaxy Note scores 60/100 in camera performance, while Galaxy Folder2 scores 60/100.

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