Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4From real comments

Verdict distilled from 53 mentions across 13 aspects in comments under product review videos.

Positive sentiment62%
PROS 62%
CONS 38%

Rank based on 53 mentions across 13 aspects

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Buy this if...

  • You want one device to replace phone, tablet, and laptop for multitasking
  • You value battery life and performance gains over previous Fold/Ultra models
  • You can accept the crease and higher price for the big-screen experience

What users love

Skip this if...

  • You're not willing to risk inner-screen or hinge durability issues over time
  • You need pen support built directly into the phone (S Pen with silo)
  • You want the absolute best camera and app optimization for the money

What users complain about

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Based on user comments

Best choice
1Upper
Huawei Mate XT~$2,800 · 1.6× pricier
Tri-fold design maximizes screen usabilityStrong brand track record and reliabilityImpressive engineering despite sanctionsHigh price puts it out of reachFragility concerns despite manufacturer claimsLimited availability and hard to obtain
Huawei Mate XT~$2,800 · 1.6× pricier
Tri-fold design maximizes screen usability
Strong brand track record and reliability
Impressive engineering despite sanctions
High price puts it out of reach
Fragility concerns despite manufacturer claims
Limited availability and hard to obtain
Best value
2Mid
OnePlus Open~$1,699 · similar price
Best-in-class multitasking (Open Canvas)Better value than competing foldsProductive large-screen use casesDead pixel reportsHigh priceDurability worries over time
OnePlus Open~$1,699 · similar price
Best-in-class multitasking (Open Canvas)
Better value than competing folds
Productive large-screen use cases
Dead pixel reports
High price
Durability worries over time
3Mid
Oppo Find N3 Flip~$1,100 · 1.6× cheaper
Excellent camera systemPreferred over Samsung and Motorola rivalsCompact, functional cover screen aspect ratioUnderused cover displayCamera bump design criticizedReported display durability and repair issues
Oppo Find N3 Flip~$1,100 · 1.6× cheaper
Excellent camera system
Preferred over Samsung and Motorola rivals
Compact, functional cover screen aspect ratio
Underused cover display
Camera bump design criticized
Reported display durability and repair issues
4Upper
Huawei Mate X2~$2,800 · 1.6× pricier
Overall hardware and engineering excellenceBest-in-class outer displayInnovative wedge hinge designNo Google Mobile ServicesVery high priceNo inner selfie camera
Huawei Mate X2~$2,800 · 1.6× pricier
Overall hardware and engineering excellence
Best-in-class outer display
Innovative wedge hinge design
No Google Mobile Services
Very high price
No inner selfie camera
5Upper
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold~$2,999 · 1.7× pricier
Tablet-Sized Unfolded DisplayIncluded Charger and Generous UnboxingThinness Comparable to Fold 6Very High PriceLacks S Pen SupportScreen Durability Concerns
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold~$2,999 · 1.7× pricier
Tablet-Sized Unfolded Display
Included Charger and Generous Unboxing
Thinness Comparable to Fold 6
Very High Price
Lacks S Pen Support
Screen Durability Concerns
6Mid
Motorola Razr 2019~$1,499 · 1.2× cheaper
Nostalgic flip designInnovative foldable screen implementationCompact, pocketable sizeHigh price versus specsWeak battery lifeHinge and durability concerns
Motorola Razr 2019~$1,499 · 1.2× cheaper
Nostalgic flip design
Innovative foldable screen implementation
Compact, pocketable size
High price versus specs
Weak battery life
Hinge and durability concerns
7Upper
Huawei Mate X5~$1,900 · similar price
Kirin 9000S chip performanceBrand loyalty and heritageSatellite callingLack of native Google servicesHigh price outside ChinaLimited global availability
Huawei Mate X5~$1,900 · similar price
Kirin 9000S chip performance
Brand loyalty and heritage
Satellite calling
Lack of native Google services
High price outside China
Limited global availability
8Upper
Oppo Find N5~$1,900 · similar price
Long-lasting batteryUltra-thin, lightweight designMultitasking & stylus softwareAds and bloatware in OSLimited regional availabilityNo dust resistance
Oppo Find N5~$1,900 · similar price
Long-lasting battery
Ultra-thin, lightweight design
Multitasking & stylus software
Ads and bloatware in OS
Limited regional availability
No dust resistance
9Mid
Xiaomi Mix Flip~$1,099 · 1.6× cheaper
Best-in-class cover screen
Xiaomi Mix Flip~$1,099 · 1.6× cheaper
Best-in-class cover screen
10Value
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4~$1,000 · 1.8× cheaper
Fun, novel experience vs. boring slabsCompact, pocketable form factorImproved battery over Flip3 (for some users)Hinge and screen durability failuresInconsistent or weak battery lifeCamera quality concerns
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4~$1,000 · 1.8× cheaper
Fun, novel experience vs. boring slabs
Compact, pocketable form factor
Improved battery over Flip3 (for some users)
Hinge and screen durability failures
Inconsistent or weak battery life
Camera quality concerns
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13Upper
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4~$1,800
No regrets, strong loyalty from switchersExcellent multitasking on inner displayStrong battery life and efficiencyHinge and screen failures reported by some ownersScreen protector and inner display durability issuesApps not optimized for the inner screen
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4~$1,800
No regrets, strong loyalty from switchers
Excellent multitasking on inner display
Strong battery life and efficiency
Hinge and screen failures reported by some owners
Screen protector and inner display durability issues
Apps not optimized for the inner screen

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Overall Impression

Multitasking and inner-display experience win over long-time owners. Commenters repeatedly describe the large inner screen as transformative for email, Excel, multitasking, and reducing reliance on tablets or laptops. Several say they can no longer go back to a regular candy bar phone. The crease is mentioned often, but many users say it becomes unnoticeable with regular use, and some accept it as a tradeoff for water resistance.

Battery and performance feel like a real step up from prior Samsung phones. Multiple users switching from the S22 Ultra, Note 20 Ultra, or Fold3 note noticeably better battery life and smoother performance, crediting the newer chipset even when raw battery capacity is unchanged. Some add that charging above 25W can drain the battery faster long-term, while 25W preserves battery health.

Durability complaints are a recurring red flag despite overall satisfaction. A significant subset of reviewers report inner screen protector peeling, cracked or split screens, hinge failures, and total inner-display failure within 7 to 18 months, sometimes met with denied warranty claims or costly repairs. Others report zero issues after extended daily use, so experiences vary widely, but the pattern appears often enough to be a real risk factor.

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