Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 Review, Price, Specifications
Not only for beginner and intermediate cellphones, Samsung is still developing its new flagship device until now. This is certainly Samsung's effort to maintain its market share in various gadget lines in the global market.
One of Samsung's latest folding screen flagships that is ready to target the premium segment, namely the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 which was officially announced on August 5, 2020 in an event called Galaxy Unpacked.
This premium folding screen device made by Samsung is the new generation of the first generation Galaxy Fold Series which was released in 2019 which offers a variety of advanced features for the upper middle class in the luxury smartphone segment.
So, it's no wonder that this smart device will become one of Samsung's products that is in demand by many circles, especially conglomerates.
Not only that, the launch of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 folding smartphone also coincided with the release of two other devices, namely the Galaxy Note 20 and Galaxy Tab S7.
In general, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 seems to have a design that looks much more elegant with a body shape that is so ideal and sturdy considering that the material used already carries aluminum material.
In addition, of course, there will be many advantages that this smartphone has. Well, in this review, we will reveal and describe in detail the specifications and price of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 as a reference source for all friends.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 design
Talking about the specifications of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2, of course in this initial review we will start by examining the luxury and sophistication of the exterior body and the visual screen.
In detail the specifications, indeed the body carried by the latest premium flagship, the successor to the Galaxy Fold, carries a very luxurious concept with a folding screen system that is very flexible and dynamic.
For the appearance of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 as a whole, both from the front and back, it looks so luxurious with a choice of two very elegant and anti-mainstream colors, namely Mystic Bronze and Mystic Black.
In terms of body design, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 looks more elegant with a very modern body shape made of aluminum on the frame to strengthen the exterior body.
This of course cannot be separated from the dimensions of the body measuring 159.2 x 128.2 x 6.9 mm in unfolded conditions. Meanwhile, when the body cover is closed, the dimensions change to a little thicker, namely 159.2 x 68 x 16.8 mm.
Meanwhile, on the other hand, it is undeniable that the screen carried by the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 spec is also so luxurious that it is certain to have such sophisticated visual capabilities.
Where, this time Samsung has implemented the main screen size open (foldable) with a size of 7.6 inches with 2x Dynamic AMOLED panels which are ready to guarantee a very clear visual system.
Moreover, the main screen of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 is equipped with a resolution capability of 1768 x 2208 pixels with HDR10 + support and a high refresh rate of up to 120 Hz per second to ensure high-quality HD image display.
This will certainly make the visual appearance shown by the screen on this folding smartphone even smoother even though the graphics level is high. So, it is very suitable for watching videos and playing games.
Not only that, in a closed / folded condition, this premium device also has a screen that is displayed with a high level of sharpness. This is of course thanks to the Super AMOLED panel on the screen cover which measures 6.23 inches.
So, it can be said that overall, the physical design sector and the screen carried by the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 are the main parts that characterize it as a premium device with a folding screen concept.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 Hardware & Software
Continuing with the matter of hardware and software, the specifications of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 also offer various components that are very reliable and fierce in supporting the performance of the kitchen runway.
This cannot be separated from the role of the main component in the hardware system in the form of the latest generation Snapdragon 865 Plus chipset by Qualcomm.
The Snapdragon 865 Plus on the Galaxy Z Fold 2 is a chip that was just released in July 2020 and is integrated with a 5G connection with a speed of up to 7.5 Gbps.
In addition, the excess chipsets in the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 spec also have a system speed of movement that has increased by 10% compared to the Snapdragon 865.
The reason is, the brain of the SoC system this time has carried the Octa Core 8 microarchitecture core CPU from the Cortex-A77 with a standard clock-speed working power of 3.1 GHz. Therefore, it's no wonder that this chipset is the first mobile platform to successfully score clocks above 3.0 GHz.
Moreover, the RAM that is carried by the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 has been supported by RA 12 GB which is certain to be able to become temporary memory to run the multitasking system faster and is well consolidated.
In fact, 256 GB of UFS 3.1 type internal memory has also been presented to ensure adequate storage space requirements.
It's not enough to stop there, the hardware system on the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 is also reportedly integrated with the GPU Adreno 650.
Where, it has more capable desktop forward rendering capabilities with 5G gameplay up to 144 fps and is able to process 10-bit HDR gaming graphics (HDR10 +) so that it will guarantee smoother and more attractive cinematic details.
On the other hand, for the platform used by the flagship Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 this time it has brought Android 10 with the One UI 2.1 interface display system to maximize the flexibility of using this device to make it more friendly.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 camera
Meanwhile, on the other hand, the sophistication of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 specifications can also be seen from the camera sector.
Where, Samsung itself will implement a reliable camera mechanism with provision or support for functional and flexible photography features.
First, to support shooting activities, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 spec will be equipped with a triple rear camera with 12 MP (wide) Dual Pixel PDAF resolution, 12 MP (telephoto) optical zoom, and 12 MP as an ultrawide lens.
The existence of three cameras on the Galaxy Z Fold 2 will also feature HDR and panorama features as well as an LED flash.
Thus, the results of shooting photography on this smartphone will be much classier, sharper, and of course have a more centered focus on the object of the photo.
Moreover, the rear camera sector that the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 relies on also has the ability to record video up to 4k HDR10 so that it will make the video recordings more attractive and look smooth.
On the other hand, Samsung has also implemented a front camera with a resolution of 10 MP. Where, the position of this camera is very flexible and can be used, both when it is open (unfoldable) or when it is closed with a body cover.
In addition, the front camera capability of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 is also claimed to have up to 4k recording power along with gyro-EIS technology as a stabilizer to maximize the results of photos that are tidier and more focused.
The gyro-EIS technology on the camera carried by the premium flagship Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 is also embedded in the rear camera to shoot moving images to stay focused and minimize shocks when recording videos.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 connectivity
Moving to other sectors, now Begawei will discuss the specifications of the Samsung Galay Z Fold 2 in terms of connectivity.
The connectivity sector on this flagship device, the Galaxy Z Series, is indeed a matter of great consideration. Naturally, because it is closely related to user activity.
Like the internet connection. Which, on the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 itself, supports 5G access with frequency levels mmWave, sub-6, TDD, FDD, and Dynamic Spectrum Sharing (DSS). The speed is claimed to be up to 7.5 Gbps.
On the other hand, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 spec itself will also be equipped with several reliable navigator systems in the form of A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS, and GALILEO to maximize the determination of more accurate location access.
Then, don't forget that this device is equipped with Bluetooth v5.2 as the latest version from Qualcomm. In addition, it is also equipped with Qualcomm aptX Adaptive Audio to reach 96kHz audio range and support for Dual Bluetooth Antenna.
There are also other connectivity, such as WiFi Direct, dual-band, hotspot, and USB Type C which will make short-range connectivity between devices easier.
Unfortunately, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 has removed the 3.5mm audio jack hole which is usually used as a headset cable plug. So, to listen to music, you need a Bluetooth headset.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 battery
Then, in the advantages carried by the specifications of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 itself, we can also see the battery it carries.
Because, Samsung has immersed the quality of the battery in this latest flagship device with the ability to power and strong supply.
This of course cannot be separated from the type of battery in the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 spec itself which uses the Li-Po (Lithium Polymer) type.
Where, this type of battery is capable of controlling the power supply while adjusting the power requirements of each component.
Apart from that, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 also carries a 4500 mAh capacity battery. Even though it's still the standard size for a folding device, the battery on this smartphone is quite adequate.
Because, it has been supported by several features, such as charging 25W and 11W batteries with 9W Reverse wireless charging which allows the power condition of the 9W Reverse wireless charging battery to be more efficient and durable.
The advantages of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2
SA / NSA / Sub6 / mmWave 5G network
Aluminum body frame
Fingerprint scanner on the side of the body
Equipped with a cover body cover made of glass
Already received Samsung Pay certification (Visa that is MasterCard certified)
7.6 inch main screen
Dynamic AMOLED 2x stretcher folding screen panel
6.23 inch cover screen
Super AMOLED type stretcher cover screen panel
Has the ability to refresh rate of 120 Hz per second
The latest generation advanced chipset Snapdragon 865 Plus
12 GB RAM
Triple rear camera all 12 MP resolution
Dual front camera all 10 MP
The front and rear cameras are capable of recording videos up to 4K
The battery is supported by a 25W fast charger and 11W wireless charging system
Lack of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2
No screen protector
Minus the SD card slot
There is no 3.5mm audio jack hole
Not equipped with USB On The Go
Source: Samsung
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