Galaxy Z Flip4 vs Z Flip3 : How Different Are They?

If you are using the Galaxy Z Flip3, you may be wondering – how different is the new Galaxy Z Flip4 smartphone?

In this article, I will share with you the key differences… and similarities between the two foldable smartphones!

 

Galaxy Z Flip4 vs Z Flip3 : How Different Are They?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 builds upon the excellent Galaxy Z Flip3 from last year, offering an improved version of the compact foldable smartphone.

If you are comparing both devices side-by-side, it’s really hard to tell them apart… because Samsung essentially retained the same design.

When folded, the Galaxy Z Flip4 is slightly (1.5 mm) shorter, and imperceptibly (0.3 mm) narrower than the Galaxy Z Flip3.

When unfolded, the Galaxy Z Flip4 is even more alike the Flip3 – just 0.8 mm shorter and 0.3 mm narrower. If you don’t compare them closely, you might not be able to tell them apart!

They both have very similar weights too – the Galaxy Z Flip4 coming in 4 grams heavier at 187 grams, instead of 183 grams for the Galaxy Z Flip3. Again, you can’t really tell them apart.

Read more : Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 : My Hands-On Experience!

Most of the upgrades in the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 are internal… and out-of-the-box.

4nm Processor

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 naturally has a newer and more powerful processor than the Galaxy Z Flip3.

Manufactured on the more efficient 4nm process technology, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 is the fastest processor money can buy in 2022.

But the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 used in the Galaxy Z Flip3 is no slouch, and you would be hard-pressed to tell their performance apart, outside of benchmark scores.

Main Camera Changes

Samsung retained the same 10 MP front camera, and the same dual camera setup at the back from the Galaxy Z Flip3 :

• a 12 MP Dual Pixel camera, with f/1.8 aperture, and
• a 12 MP ultra-wide camera, with f/2.2 aperture

Larger Capacity

Samsung is also offering a larger 512 GB internal storage capacity option for the Galaxy Z Flip4. This will be useful for those who need additional storage for photos, videos or documents.

Bespoke Edition

Samsung will also offer a special Bespoke Edition for those who want to customise their Galaxy Z Flip4 smartphone.

The Bespoke Edition is only available with 256 GB of internal storage on the Samsung website, and requires 3-4 weeks to deliver, as each unit is custom-made.

Samsung Care+

The biggest upgrade, I would argue, is the new Samsung Care+ warranty, which you can purchase or obtain for free as part of the pre-order offer.

With Samsung Care+, you get 2 years of device warranty including THREE (3) protective film replacements for the Main Display.

The device warranty itself covers repairs for accidental damage (including liquid damage), as well as device replacement if it cannot be repaired. Talk about peace of mind!

 

Galaxy Z Flip4 vs Z Flip3 : Specification Comparison

Here is a table I created to make it easier for you to compare the two models:

Specifications	Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4	Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
Main Display	6.7-inch Infinity Flex Display Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel 1080 x 2640 pixels, 425ppi 120 Hz adaptive refresh rate
Cover Display	1.9-inch Super AMOLED display 260 x 512 pixels
Protection	IPX8 Water Resistance No Dust Resistance
Platform	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1	Qualcomm Snapdragon 888
CPU	1 x Cortex-X2 (3.2 GHz) 3 x Cortex-A710 (2.5 GHz) 4 x Cortex-A510 (1.8 GHz)	1 x Kryo 680 Prime (2.84 GHz) 3 x Kryo 680 Gold (2.42 GHz) 4 x Kryo 680 Silver (1.8 GHz)
GPU	Qualcomm Adreno 730	Qualcomm Adreno 660
Memory	8 GB
Storage	128 GB / 256 GB / 512 GB	128 GB / 256 GB
Front Camera	10 MP camera (f/2.4)
Main Cameras	12 MP Dual Pixel camera, f/1.8 12 MP ultra-wide camera, f/2.2
Audio	Stereo speakers tuned by AKG Surround sound with Dolby Atmos UHQ 32-bit and DSD64/128 support
Connectivity	Network : 5G / 4G / 3G Wi-Fi : 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e Bluetooth : BT 5.2 USB : USB-C 3.2
Fingerprint Sensor	Yes, Side-Mounted
Other Sensors	Accelerometer, Barometer, Gyroscope, Geomagnetic, Hall, Proximity, Light
GPS	GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BDS
NFC	Yes
Battery	3,700 mAh Li-Po battery	3,300 mAh Li-Po battery
Charging	Wired : 20 watt Wireless : 10 watt Reverse wireless : 4.5 watt	Wired : 15 watt Wireless : 10 watt Reverse wireless : 4.5 watt
Folded Dimensions	71.9 mm wide 84.9 mm tall 15.9 mm to 17.1 mm thick	72.2 mm wide 86.4 mm tall 15.9 mm to 17.1 mm thick
Unfolded Dimensions	71.9 mm wide 165.2 mm tall 6.9 mm thick	72.2 mm wide 166.0 mm tall 6.9 mm thick
Weight	187 grams	183 grams

 

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 : Price + Availability

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 comes in four colour options, as well as a special Bespoke Edition :

• Graphite – legacy colour
• Pink Gold – new colour
• Blue – new colour
• Bora Purple – their signature colour this year

These are the available models and launch prices for the Z Flip4 :

• 8 GB + 128 GB : RM4,099 (about US$920 / £760 / A$1,319 / S$1,267)
• 8 GB + 256 GB : RM4,399 (about US$987 / £816 / A$1,415 / S$1,359)
• 8 GB + 256 GB Bespoke Edition : RM4,599 (about US$1,032 / £853 / A$1,479 / S$1,421)
• 8 GB + 512 GB : RM4,899 (about US$ 1,099 / £909 / A$1,576 / S$1,514)

The Bespoke Edition is only available on the Samsung website, and requires 3-4 weeks to deliver, as each unit is custom-made.

Read more : Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 : Colour Comparison!

 

 

Recommended Reading

• Galaxy Z Fold4 vs Z Fold3 : How Different Are They?
• Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 : My Hands-On Experience!
• Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 : My Hands-On Experience!
• Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 : Colour Comparison!
• Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 : Colour Comparison!

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