OnePlus Open 3 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 9
Compare OnePlus Open 3 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 9 side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 (2nm) vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 for Galaxy, 50MP…
OnePlus
Open 3
$1,799
8categories won
Samsung
Galaxy Z Fold 9
$1,999
4categories won
10 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 OnePlus Open 3, outperforming on gaming and photography. For battery longevity and charging speed, the Open 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 Open 3 if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
Open 3 wins on endurance with 5,700 mAh and 80W 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.
Open 3 provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $1799 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.
Open 3 vs Galaxy Z Fold 9: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Open 3 | Galaxy Z Fold 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 7.85" | 7.9" |
| Resolution | 2268 x 2440Winner | 2160 x 1856 |
| Pixel density | 424 ppiWinner | 360 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 3200 nits | 3200 nits |
Performance
| Specification | Open 3 | Galaxy Z Fold 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 (2nm) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 for Galaxy |
| Process node | 2 nm | 2 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 3,200,000 | 3,200,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 10800 | 10800 |
| Maximum RAM | 16 GB | 24 GBWinner |
| Maximum storage | 1TB | 2TBWinner |
Camera
| Specification | Open 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 | 8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps | 8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Open 3 | Galaxy Z Fold 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,700 mAhWinner | 5,000 mAh |
| Wired charging | 80 WWinner | 65 W |
| Wireless charging | 50 WWinner | 25 W |
Design
| Specification | Open 3 | Galaxy Z Fold 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 209 gWinner | 215 g |
| Thickness | 5 mm | 4.9 mm |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP68 |
| Build | Grade 5 Titanium frame, Ceramic Glass front and back | Grade 5 Titanium frame, Ceramic Glass front and back |
Software and support
| Specification | Open 3 | Galaxy Z Fold 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 16 | Android 17 |
| OS updates | 7 years | 7 years |
| Security updates | 7 years | 7 years |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Open 3 | Galaxy Z Fold 9 |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $1,799Winner | $1,999 |
OnePlus Open 3
Shaving weight down to 209g and folded thickness to 9.8mm, the OnePlus Open 3 sets the golden standard for book-style foldables with a virtually crease-less 7.85-inch LTPO3 canvas, 5,600 mAh battery, and Open Canvas windowing.
- Display
- 7.85"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 (2nm)
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,700mAh
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