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SM-F916U Galaxy Z Fold2 5G TD-LTE US 256GB / SM-F916A vs SM-F9260 Galaxy Z Fold3 5G Thom Browne Edition Dual SIM TD-LTE CN HK TW 512GB

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

Smartphone Battle

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Samsung · 2020

SM-F916U Galaxy Z Fold2 5G TD-LTE US 256GB / SM-F916A

78/ 100

Launch MSRP$2,000 USD

Samsung · 2021

SM-F9260 Galaxy Z Fold3 5G Thom Browne Edition Dual SIM TD-LTE CN HK TW 512GB

78/ 100

Launch MSRPPricing on request

WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS SM-F916U Galaxy Z Fold2 5G TD-LTE US 256GB / SM-F916A BETTER THAN SM-F9260 Galaxy Z Fold3 5G Thom Browne Edition Dual SIM TD-LTE CN HK TW 512GB?

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SM-F916U Galaxy Z Fold2 5G TD-LTE US 256GB / SM-F916AWinner 🏆

SM-F9260 Galaxy Z Fold3 5G Thom Browne Edition Dual SIM TD-LTE CN HK TW 512GB

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta

SPEC FACTOR	SM-F916U Galaxy	SM-F9260 Galaxy	LEADER
Refresh Rate	120Hz	120Hz	120Hz
Battery Capacity	4,500 mAh	4,335 mAh	+4,500 mAh
Wired Fast Charging	25W	25W	25W
Main Camera Sensor	12.2 MP	12.2 MP	12.2 MP
Screen Display Size	6.22"	6.23"	6.23"
Chassis Weight	282g	271g	271g Lightest

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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy SM-F916U Galaxy Z Fold2 5G TD-LTE US 256GB / SM-F916A:

✓$7999 lower launch MSRP ($2000 vs $9999)
✓Larger 4,500 mAh battery capacity (+165 mAh more capacity)
✓12.2MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording

Reasons to buy SM-F9260 Galaxy Z Fold3 5G Thom Browne Edition Dual SIM TD-LTE CN HK TW 512GB:

✓11g lighter chassis (271g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
✓12.2MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
✓6.23" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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Specification	SM-F916U Galaxy Z Fold2 5G TD-LTE US 256GB / SM-F916A	SM-F9260 Galaxy Z Fold3 5G Thom Browne Edition Dual SIM TD-LTE CN HK TW 512GB
1. Display & Screen🏆 SM-F916U Galaxy Z Fold2 5G TD-LTE US 256GB / SM-F916A Wins Display
Screen Type & Tech	AM-OLED display	AM-OLED display
Screen Size	6.22"	6.23"
Resolution & Density	816x2260 (386 ppi)	832x2268 (388 ppi)
Refresh Rate	120 Hz ProMotion	120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness	N/A	N/A
Screen Protection	Scratch-resistant glass	Scratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 SM-F916U Galaxy Z Fold2 5G TD-LTE US 256GB / SM-F916A Wins Performance
Chipset / Processor	High performance SoC	High performance SoC
CPU Cores	Multi-core high performance	Multi-core high performance
GPU Graphics	Integrated Graphics	Integrated Graphics
Operating System	Android 10	Android 11
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory	12 GB LPDDR	12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage	256GB	512GB
Storage Speed	High-speed flash	High-speed flash
Card Slot	No	No
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 SM-F916U Galaxy Z Fold2 5G TD-LTE US 256GB / SM-F916A Wins Camera
Primary Camera	12.2 MP	12.2 MP
Telephoto Zoom	None (Digital zoom only)	None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera	N/A	N/A
LiDAR / Depth	None	None
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 Lens	10 MP	10 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 SM-F9260 Galaxy Z Fold3 5G Thom Browne Edition Dual SIM TD-LTE CN HK TW 512GB Lightest Chassis
Dimensions	N/A	N/A
Weight	282 g	271 g
Build Materials	Glass front, metal/glass frame	Glass front, metal/glass frame
SIM Type	Nano-SIM / eSIM support	Nano-SIM / eSIM support
Water Resistance	Not certified	Not certified
8. Battery & Charging🏆 SM-F916U Galaxy Z Fold2 5G TD-LTE US 256GB / SM-F916A Wins Battery
Battery Capacity	4,500 mAh	4,335 mAh
Wired Fast Charging	25W wired fast charging	25W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging	Not supported	Not supported
Reverse Charging	Reverse wireless charging	Reverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
Loudspeaker	Stereo speakers	Stereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone Jack	No	No
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi Standard	Wi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band	Wi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band
Bluetooth	Bluetooth 5.0	Bluetooth 5.2
USB Port & Speed	USB C reversible	USB C reversible
NFC	Yes	Yes
11. Sensors & Security
Sensors	Biometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass	Biometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite Features	Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)	Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
Colors	Standard finishes	Standard finishes
Launch Price	$2000	Price on request

Editorial Lab Verdict

SM-F916U Galaxy Z Fold2 5G TD-LTE US 256GB / SM-F916A edges ahead with a BeastScore of 77.8/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, SM-F916U Galaxy Z Fold2 5G TD-LTE US 256GB / SM-F916A ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 68/100 camera rating.

When to buy SM-F916U Galaxy Z Fold2 5G TD-LTE US 256GB / SM-F916A:

Higher overall BeastScore: 77.8 vs top rival 77.5 · Lower launch price: $2000 (save $Infinity)

When to buy SM-F9260 Galaxy Z Fold3 5G Thom Browne Edition Dual SIM TD-LTE CN HK TW 512GB:

Lighter body: 271g (11g lighter in hand)

Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: SM-F916U Galaxy Z Fold2 5G TD-LTE US 256GB / SM-F916A vs SM-F9260 Galaxy Z Fold3 5G Thom Browne Edition Dual SIM TD-LTE CN HK TW 512GB

Which phone is better: SM-F916U Galaxy Z Fold2 5G TD-LTE US 256GB / SM-F916A or SM-F9260 Galaxy Z Fold3 5G Thom Browne Edition Dual SIM TD-LTE CN HK TW 512GB?

SM-F916U Galaxy Z Fold2 5G TD-LTE US 256GB / SM-F916A leads with an overall BeastScore of 77.8/100 compared to SM-F9260 Galaxy Z Fold3 5G Thom Browne Edition Dual SIM TD-LTE CN HK TW 512GB (77.5/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 77.8 vs top rival 77.5 and Lower launch price: $2000 (save $Infinity).

What are the primary battery and display differences between SM-F916U Galaxy Z Fold2 5G TD-LTE US 256GB / SM-F916A and SM-F9260 Galaxy Z Fold3 5G Thom Browne Edition Dual SIM TD-LTE CN HK TW 512GB?

SM-F916U Galaxy Z Fold2 5G TD-LTE US 256GB / SM-F916A is equipped with a 6.22-inch display and 4500 mAh battery, while SM-F9260 Galaxy Z Fold3 5G Thom Browne Edition Dual SIM TD-LTE CN HK TW 512GB features a 6.23-inch display and 4335 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between SM-F916U Galaxy Z Fold2 5G TD-LTE US 256GB / SM-F916A and SM-F9260 Galaxy Z Fold3 5G Thom Browne Edition Dual SIM TD-LTE CN HK TW 512GB?

In lab hardware evaluations, SM-F916U Galaxy Z Fold2 5G TD-LTE US 256GB / SM-F916A scores 68/100 in camera performance, while SM-F9260 Galaxy Z Fold3 5G Thom Browne Edition Dual SIM TD-LTE CN HK TW 512GB scores 68/100.

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