Head to head
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 vs OnePlus 13
OnePlus 13 leads 11 to 1 on the 12 rankable specs and costs $1,000 less, which makes it the straightforward pick.
Catalog as of September 1, 2026
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Straight answer
Overall: 1 to 11
Buy the OnePlus 13.
- Leads 11 of 12 rankable overall specs; Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 takes 1.
- Weight: 213 g vs 239 g
- RAM: 16 GB LPDDR5X vs 12 GB LPDDR5X
- It is also $1,000 cheaper.
Deal-breakers
tick what would make you walk away
- Clear:Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 · S Pen Fold Edition supportTrips:OnePlus 13 · No
- Trips:Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 · NoTrips:OnePlus 13 · No
- Trips:Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 · NoClear:OnePlus 13 · Yes (100W SUPERVOOC adapter included in…
- Clear:Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 · 7 major OS versions + 7 years securityTrips:OnePlus 13 · 4 major Android OS updates & 6 years se…
- Trips:Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 · IP48 (water resistant to 1.5m + solid p…Clear:OnePlus 13 · IP68 and IP69 dust and high-pressure wa…
- Trips:Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 · NoTrips:OnePlus 13 · No
At a glance
The handful of numbers that decide most purchases in this category.
Weight
Samsung
239 g
OnePlus
213 g (7.51 oz)
Size
Samsung
7.6 inches inner / 6.3 inches cover
OnePlus
6.82 inches
Chipset≠
Samsung
Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy (4 nm)
OnePlus
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
RAM
Samsung
12 GB LPDDR5X
OnePlus
16 GB LPDDR5X (up to 24 GB)
Max optical zoom≠
Samsung
3x optical (30x Space Zoom)
OnePlus
3x optical zoom (6x in-sensor lossless zoom, up to 120x digital)
Capacity
Samsung
4,400 mAh (dual-battery)
OnePlus
6,000 mAh
The 90-Day Owner Regret Check
Documented ergonomic quirks, hardware annoyances, and maintenance realities reported by real owners.
Samsung: What to watch for
- Hidden Cost
No wall charging adapter included in the retail box.
OnePlus: What to watch for
- Hidden Cost
No wall charging adapter included in the retail box.
Body
leads 1-0| Dimensions | Unfolded: 153.5 × 132.6 × 5.6 mm / Folded: 153.5 × 68.1 × 12.1 mm | 162.9 × 76.5 × 8.5 mm |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 239 g | 213 g (7.51 oz) (wins this row: lower) |
| Build | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 cover/back, Enhanced Armor Aluminum frame | Aluminum frame with Crystal Shield glass front and ceramic/glass back |
| Water / dust rating | IP48 (water resistant to 1.5m + solid particles >1mm) | IP68 and IP69 dust and high-pressure water resistant |
| Colors | Silver Shadow, Pink, Navy, Crafted Black, White | Midnight Ocean, Black Eclipse, Arctic Dawn |
| Stylus | S Pen Fold Edition support (inner screen only, sold separately) | No |
Display
leads 3-1| Type | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X foldable inner + AMOLED cover | 2K Oriental LTPO AMOLED (DisplayMate A++) |
|---|---|---|
| Size | 7.6 inches inner / 6.3 inches cover (wins this row: higher) | 6.82 inches |
| Resolution | Inner: 2160 × 1856 / Cover: 968 × 2376 | 3168 × 1440 (2K ProXDR) (wins this row: higher) |
| Pixel density | ~374 ppi inner / ~410 ppi cover | 510 ppi (wins this row: higher) |
| Refresh rate | 1–120 Hz LTPO (both screens) | 120 Hz (1–120Hz dynamic LTPO) |
| Peak brightness | 2,600 nits peak (both screens) | 4,500 nits peak / 1,600 nits HBM (wins this row: higher) |
| HDR | HDR10+ | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR Vivid |
| Protection | Ultra Thin Glass (inner) / Gorilla Glass Victus 2 (cover) | OnePlus Crystal Shield Ceramic Glass |
| Always-on display | Yes | Yes |
Platform
5 differences| Operating system | Android 14 with One UI 6.1.1 | OxygenOS 15 (Android 15) |
|---|---|---|
| Software support | 7 major OS versions + 7 years security | 4 major Android OS updates & 6 years security updates |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy (4 nm) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) |
| CPU | 8-core (1× Cortex-X4 + 5× A720 + 2× A520) | 8-core Oryon CPU (2× 4.32 GHz Prime + 6× 3.53 GHz Performance) |
| GPU | Adreno 750 | Adreno 830 |
Memory
leads 1-0| RAM | 12 GB LPDDR5X | 16 GB LPDDR5X (up to 24 GB) (wins this row: higher) |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | 512 GB UFS 4.0 | 512 GB UFS 4.0 |
| Storage options | 256 GB / 512 GB / 1 TB | 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB |
| microSD | No | No |
Rear camera
leads 2-0| Main | 50 MP, f/1.8, 23 mm, 1.0µm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS | 50 MP Sony LYT-808 (f/1.6, 23mm, 1/1.4", multi-directional PDAF, OIS) |
|---|---|---|
| Ultrawide | 12 MP, f/2.2, 12 mm, 123° | 50 MP (f/2.0, 15mm, 120° FOV, AF macro) (wins this row: higher) |
| Telephoto | 10 MP, f/2.4, 66 mm, 3x optical, PDAF, OIS | 50 MP 3x periscope telephoto (f/2.6, 73mm, 1/1.95", multi-prism, OIS) (wins this row: higher) |
| Max optical zoom | 3x optical (30x Space Zoom) | 3x optical zoom (6x in-sensor lossless zoom, up to 120x digital) |
| Stabilization | OIS on main and 3x telephoto | OIS on main camera and 3x periscope telephoto |
| Video | 8K 30 fps, 4K 60 fps, 1080p 240 fps | 8K at 30 fps, 4K at 30/60 fps Dolby Vision HDR |
Front camera
leads 1-0| Selfie camera | 10 MP cover selfie + 4 MP under-display inner camera | 32 MP (f/2.4, 21mm, autofocus) (wins this row: higher) |
|---|---|---|
| Selfie video | 4K 60 fps (cover camera) | 4K at 30/60 fps |
Battery & charging
leads 3-0| Capacity | 4,400 mAh (dual-battery) | 6,000 mAh (wins this row: higher) |
|---|---|---|
| Wired chargingNot on the official sheet | 25 W fast wired (50% in 30 min) | 100W SUPERVOOC fast charging (1–100% in 36 min) (wins this row: higher) |
| Wireless charging | 15 W Fast Wireless | 50W AIRVOOC wireless fast charging |
| Reverse wireless | 4.5 W Wireless PowerShare | 10W reverse wireless charging |
| Charger in box | No | Yes (100W SUPERVOOC adapter included in US) (wins this row: has it) |
Audio
1 differences| Speakers | Stereo speakers tuned by AKG | Dual stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos and spatial audio |
|---|---|---|
| Headphone jack | No | No |
Connectivity
6 differences| Cellular | 5G (sub-6 + mmWave) | 5G (sub-6 GHz and mmWave on US model) |
|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E / Wi-Fi 7 ready | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be tri-band) |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| NFC | Yes (Samsung Pay / Google Wallet) | Yes (360° omnidirectional NFC antenna) |
| USB | USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (DisplayPort support) | USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (DisplayPort video out) |
| SIM | Dual nano-SIM + eSIM | Dual Nano-SIM + eSIM support |
Features
3 differences| Biometrics | Capacitive side-mounted fingerprint + Face unlock | Ultrasonic in-display fingerprint sensor + Face Unlock |
|---|---|---|
| Extra controls | Side key with integrated fingerprint reader | Alert Slider (Ring/Vibrate/Silent) |
| Standout features | Dual-screen form factor, Flex Mode, App Continuity, Samsung DeX, Galaxy AI | 6,000 mAh Glacier Silicon-Carbon battery, 100W fast charging, IP69 rating, Hasselblad Master Camera System, Alert Slider |
Which one should you buy
Pick this one if
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6
Slimmer, lighter foldable flagship with 7.6-inch inner screen, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, and IP48 water resistance.
- Expansive 7.6-inch inner AMOLED display for unmatched multitasking
- Refined lighter hinge and squared-off industrial design
- 7 years of OS upgrades with integrated Galaxy AI tools
What you give up
- Very high premium price tag
- Cameras unchanged from Fold 5 generation
Pick this one if
OnePlus 13
Flagship power smartphone featuring Snapdragon 8 Elite, massive 6,000 mAh Glacier battery with 100W charging, IP68/IP69 rating, and Hasselblad triple 50MP cameras.
- Massive 6,000 mAh Silicon-Carbon Glacier battery with 100W wired / 50W wireless charging
- Snapdragon 8 Elite flagship performance with up to 24GB RAM options
- Stunning 2K 120Hz ProXDR display with 4,500 nits peak brightness and IP69 water/dust resistance
What you give up
- USB-C cable in box requires proprietary SuperVOOC charger for top speeds
- Thick circular camera island design
Best for each use
Photos
For photos, buy the OnePlus 13.
Battery & updates
For battery & updates, buy the OnePlus 13.
Games & video
For games & video, buy the OnePlus 13.
Done deciding?
Open the full standalone spec sheet for either device.
Manufacturer pages: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 ↗ · OnePlus 13 ↗
Common questions
Which is cheaper, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 or the OnePlus 13?
OnePlus 13 costs $1,000 less at list price.
What is the biggest catch with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 or OnePlus 13?
OnePlus 13 has this deal-breaker: no stylus. No pen input for handwritten notes or markup.
Which is better for photos, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 or the OnePlus 13?
For photos, buy the OnePlus 13. Leads 3 of 3 rankable photos specs. Ultrawide: 50 MP vs 12 MP, f/2.2, 12 mm, 123°
What cannot be compared from spec sheets?
Of the 48 specs tracked here, 36 are descriptive and cannot be ranked on numbers alone. Spec sheets also cannot measure subjective factors like build quality, real-world performance, or comfort.