Tech Desk
Aug 15, 2024
The foldable smartphone market is heating up, with Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 6 and OnePlus Open vying for the top spot. Both devices offer unique features, but which one will be on top?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 vs OnePlus Open
Design and display
Galaxy Z Fold 6 comes with a durable design, supported with an IP48 rating, seven years of available software updates, and wireless charging support. This smartphone is set to retail at $1,900.
Whereas the OnePlus Open has 67W wired charging, decent cameras, and is short of wireless charging, it only supports IPX4-rated splash resistance.
Performance and software
The Galaxy Z Fold 6 version runs on Android 14, and One UI 6, whereas the OnePlus Open is built on Android 13 with OxygenOS 13 but user-upgradable to OxygenOS 14 based on Android 14.
Of course, the Fold 6 comes with the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 chip, so it's ticked just a bit over the performance capability of the OnePlus Open Snapdragon 8 Gen 2.
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Battery life and charging
The OnePlus Open has the upper hand with regards to battery life, courtesy of a larger 4,805mAh battery and fast wired charging at 67W. On its part, the Fold 6 does support wireless charging and reverse wireless charging.
Other features
Both phones sport side-mounted placed fingerprint sensors; at the same time, they have NFC. While the OnePlus Open packs newer Wi-Fi 7 and dual-frequency GPS, the Fold 6 is given USB 3.2 Gen 2 and UWB.
Which one should you buy?
The choice between the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 and the OnePlus Open depends on your needs and preferences. Here's a summary to help you decide:
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 if:
- You value a more premium and durable design with an IP48 rating.
- You want wireless charging and reverse wireless charging capabilities.
- You prioritise software updates, with seven years of support.
- You're willing to pay a higher price (starting at $1,900).
Buy the OnePlus Open if:
- You're looking for a more affordable option (starting at $1,400).
- You prioritise battery life and faster charging (67W).
- You want a device with a more traditional smartphone feel in folded mode.
- You don't mind a slightly older processor (Snapdragon 8 Gen 2).
