Nothing Phone (3) vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 9
Compare Nothing Phone (3) vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 9 side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 for Galaxy, 50MP vs 200MP…
Nothing
Phone (3)
$699
5categories won
Samsung
Galaxy Z Fold 9
$1,999
13categories won
4 categories tied · 22 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 9 takes the overall win
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 9 proves superior overall against the Nothing Phone (3), outperforming on gaming and photography. For battery longevity and charging speed, the Phone (3) takes the lead, while the Galaxy Z Fold 9 is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the Galaxy Z Fold 9 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Phone (3) if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
Phone (3) wins on endurance with 5,200 mAh and 65W fast charging.
Galaxy Z Fold 9 provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 for Galaxy and 24GB RAM.
Galaxy Z Fold 9 takes photography with 200MP optics and 5x optical telephoto capabilities.
Phone (3) provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $699 vs $1999.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
Phone (3) vs Galaxy Z Fold 9: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Phone (3) | Galaxy Z Fold 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.7" | 7.9" |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2412 | 2160 x 1856Winner |
| Pixel density | 394 ppiWinner | 360 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 3000 nits | 3200 nitsWinner |
Performance
| Specification | Phone (3) | Galaxy Z Fold 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 for Galaxy |
| Process node | 4 nm | 2 nmWinner |
| AnTuTu score | 1,850,000 | 3,200,000Winner |
| Geekbench multi | 6500 | 10800Winner |
| Maximum RAM | 16 GB | 24 GBWinner |
| Maximum storage | 512GB | 2TBWinner |
Camera
| Specification | Phone (3) | Galaxy Z Fold 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | 200 MPWinner |
| Rear cameras | 3 | 3 |
| Optical zoom | 3x | 5xWinner |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Selfie camera | 32 MPWinner | 16 MP |
| Max video | 4K at 60fps | 8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Phone (3) | Galaxy Z Fold 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,200 mAhWinner | 5,000 mAh |
| Wired charging | 65 W | 65 W |
| Wireless charging | 15 W | 25 WWinner |
Design
| Specification | Phone (3) | Galaxy Z Fold 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 201 gWinner | 215 g |
| Thickness | 8.3 mm | 4.9 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP68 |
| Build | 100% recycled aluminum midframe, transparent dual-layer glass back | Grade 5 Titanium frame, Ceramic Glass front and back |
Software and support
| Specification | Phone (3) | Galaxy Z Fold 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 15 | Android 17 |
| OS updates | 4 years | 7 yearsWinner |
| Security updates | 5 years | 7 yearsWinner |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Phone (3) | Galaxy Z Fold 9 |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $699Winner | $1,999 |
Nothing Phone (3)
Nothing matures its design language with full IP68 water resistance, a dedicated 3x periscope telephoto lens, and the bloatware-free Nothing OS 3.0 powered by Snapdragon 8s Gen 4.
- Display
- 6.7"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,200mAh
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 9
The Galaxy Z Fold 9 represents Samsung’s ultimate foldable breakthrough: under 5mm thickness when opened, 215g light weight, integrated 200MP camera sensor, and a massive 7.9-inch crease-free canvas.
- Display
- 7.9"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 for Galaxy
- Main camera
- 200MP
- Battery
- 5,000mAh