Galaxy Z Flip 3 vs Flip 5G Vs iPhone 12: Specs And Prices [Updated]
Samsung finally announced its new flagship premium smartphones at the Galaxy Unpacked event. Despite the Galaxy Z Fold3 being the main highlight, the company also announced the Galaxy Z Flip3. But what exactly does the new Galaxy Z Flip3 adds to the original Flip?
The biggest visual change in Galaxy Flip3 is the front design and the processor. Samsung has gone ahead and equipped the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 with Snapdragon 888, Qualcomm’s second most powerful mobile CPU.
Samsung Galaxy Flip3 Price
One thing is for sure it is definitely in the same price range as major flagship models. While the original Flip is priced at ₹ 62,910/$659, the Galaxy Z Flip3 costs around ₹ 84,999/$999. It comes in two variants, first is the 128GB variant which costs Rs 84,999, and the 256GB variant which costs Rs 88,999.
Considering the price point, it competes directly with iPhone 12, which can’t be good for Samsung. However, it is definitely the best foldable smartphone in the market, with the only alternative being Motorola Razr.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 Specs
| Specs | Galaxy Z Flip3 | Galaxy Flip 5G | iPhone 12 |
| Battery | 3300mAh | 3300mAh | 2815 mAh |
| Charging | Fast charging 15W wireless charging 10W | Fast charging 15W wireless charging 10W | Fast charging 20W Wireless charging 15W |
| Main Screen Size | 6.7″ FHD+ Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X (2640×1080) 120Hz 425ppi | 6.7″ FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED (2636×1080) 425ppi Infinity-flex display | 6.1″ Super Retina XDR OLED (2532×1170) 460 ppi |
| Display Screen Size | 1.9″ Super AMOLED Display | 1.1″ Super AMOLED | None |
| Gorilla Glass | Plastic front, glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus) | Plastic front, glass back (Gorilla Glass 6) | Glass Front and Back |
| Water resistance | Yes (IPX8 rated) | No | IP68 dust/water resistant |
| Front Camera | 10MP, Aperture: F2.4 | 10MP, Aperture: F2.4 | 12 MP, f/2.2, 23mm |
| Main camera | Ultra Wide Camera (12MP, Aperture: F2.2) Wide-angle Camera (Super Speed Dual Pixel 12MP AF, Aperture: F1.8) | Ultra Wide Camera (12MP, Aperture: F2.2) Wide-angle Camera (Super Speed Dual Pixel 12MP AF, Aperture: F1.8) | Dual 12MP camera system Ultra-Wide: ƒ/2.4 aperture and 120° field of view Wide: ƒ/1.6 aperture |
| Memory | 128GB/8GB RAM, 256GB/8GB RAM | 128GB/8GB RAM, 256GB/8GB RAM | 64GB/4GB RAM, 128GB/4GB RAM, 256GB/4GB RAM |
| CPU | Snapdragon 888 5G (5 nm) | Snapdragon 855+ (7 nm) | Apple A14 Bionic (5 nm) |
| GPU | Adreno 660 | Adreno 640 (700 MHz) | Apple GPU (4-core graphics) |
| Starting Price | ₹ 84,999 / $ 999.99 / £ 949.00 / € 1,049.00 | ₹ 62,910 approx. / $659.00 / £899.99 / €1,048.00 | ₹ 77,000 approx. / $729.99 / £649.00 / €759.99 |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Capacitive Fingerprint sensor (side) | Fingerprint (side-mounted) | Face ID |
| Security | Secured by Samsung Knox Virus, malware prevention by McAfee Secure Folder | Secured by Samsung Knox | Apple platform security |
| Colors | Phantom Black, Green Lavender, Cream, White, Pink, Gray | Mirror Black, Mirror Purple, Mirror Gold, Thom Browne Edition | Black, White, Red, Green, Blue, Purple |
How To Pre-order Galaxy Flip3 In India?
You can pre-book the Flip3 on Samsung’s website or go to a retail store between August 24 and September 10, 2021. The sale of the Samsung Galaxy Flip3 will begin on September 10. Samsung is even offering an exchange offer with up to a 50% discount. But it’s not confirmed whether the same offer will be available in India or not.
