Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6

Compare Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy…

Samsung

Galaxy Z Fold 6

$1,899

2categories won

7 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim claims the overall win over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6, delivering a stronger technical package across battery endurance and core hardware. In camera testing, the Galaxy Z Fold 6 leads with superior optics, while battery endurance leans towards the Galaxy S25 Slim. Choose the Galaxy S25 Slim if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Galaxy Z Fold 6 if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryGalaxy S25 Slim

Galaxy S25 Slim wins on endurance with 4,400 mAh and 45W fast charging.

🎮 GamingGalaxy S25 Slim

Galaxy S25 Slim leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy and 16GB RAM.

📸 CameraGalaxy Z Fold 6

Galaxy Z Fold 6 takes photography with 50MP optics and 3x optical telephoto capabilities.

🏷️ ValueGalaxy S25 Slim

Galaxy S25 Slim provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $999 vs $1899.

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.

Galaxy S25 Slim vs Galaxy Z Fold 6: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6
Specification	Galaxy S25 Slim	Galaxy Z Fold 6
Screen size	6.66"	7.6"
Resolution	1440 x 3120Winner	1856 x 2160
Pixel density	516 ppiWinner	374 ppi
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Peak brightness	3000 nitsWinner	2600 nits

Performance

Performance comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6
Specification	Galaxy S25 Slim	Galaxy Z Fold 6
Chipset	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy
Process node	3 nmWinner	4 nm
AnTuTu score	2,400,000Winner	1,780,000
Geekbench multi	8900Winner	6980
Maximum RAM	16 GBWinner	12 GB
Maximum storage	512GB	1TBWinner

Camera

Camera comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6
Specification	Galaxy S25 Slim	Galaxy Z Fold 6
Main sensor	50 MP	50 MP
Rear cameras	2	3Winner
Optical zoom	—	3x
Ultrawide	12 MP	12 MP
Selfie camera	16 MPWinner	10 MP
Max video	8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps	8K at 30fps / 4K at 60/120fps

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6
Specification	Galaxy S25 Slim	Galaxy Z Fold 6
Capacity	4,400 mAh	4,400 mAh
Wired charging	45 WWinner	25 W
Wireless charging	15 W	15 W

Design

Design comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6
Specification	Galaxy S25 Slim	Galaxy Z Fold 6
Weight	168 gWinner	239 g
Thickness	6.6 mmWinner	12.1 mm
Water resistance	IP68	IP48
Build	Grade 5 Titanium frame, Gorilla Glass Armor 2 front, matte glass back	Enhanced Armor Aluminum frame, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front and back, Ultra Thin Glass interior

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6
Specification	Galaxy S25 Slim	Galaxy Z Fold 6
Operating system	Android 15	Android 14 (One UI 6.1.1, upgradable to Android 15)
OS updates	7 years	7 years
Security updates	7 years	7 years

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6
Specification	Galaxy S25 Slim	Galaxy Z Fold 6
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth)	Wi-Fi 6E/7 (802.11be/ax, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, HE160)
Storage expansion	None	None
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$999Winner	$1,899