Samsung launches Galaxy Z Trifold: learn all about it.
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After promising that the new smartphone would be launched in December 2025, the Samsung finally made official the Galaxy Z Trifold, three-screen smartphone which aims to unify the experience of foldable phones and tablets. See all the details about the device and when it is expected to hit the market.
Design
Available only in black, the idea of Samsung's three-screen smartphone The idea is that it's a foldable tablet and smartphone in one device. So, in addition to being powerful, the model is also very thin: when fully unfolded, it's only 3,9 millimeters thick. Despite having a reinforced structure, it weighs 309 grams (for comparison, the Galaxy z fold7 (weighs 215 grams).
Other design details include IP48 protection against splashes of water. Samsung He explains that the hinge of the smartphone with three screens — which actually has one large screen that unfolds to two sides — has been reinforced to deliver high durability.
The hinge of Galaxy Z TriFold It is the improved version. Armor FlexHinge, considered the most advanced of Samsung, made with a structure of titanium for wear resistance and reinforced with Advanced Armor Aluminum for rigidity.
It consists of two hinges of different sizes with a double rail, ensuring a smooth and stable fold with minimal play between the panels, which helps keep the device thinner. To protect against damage, the mechanism also features a... automatic alarm which alerts the user about incorrect folds through visual alerts on the screen and vibrations.
Screens (external and internal)
O Galaxy Z TriFold It has two high-quality screens, both with technology. 2X Dynamic AMOLED e Adaptive refresh rate up to 120 HzThe main screen, which is revealed when unfolded twice—dividing into three sections (hence the name TriFold)—is expansive, measuring... 10 inches and reaches a peak brightness of 1.600 nits, being optimized with a reinforced layer for better resistance in the double fold. The protection is Corning Gorilla Glass ceramic.
The external screen, for use in folded mode like a traditional smartphone, has 6,5 inches with a resolution of 2.520 x 1.080 (21:9) and a superior maximum brightness of 2.600 nits and a 120Hz refresh rate. The device is presented with the promise of offering an immersive 10-inch screen, which allows for multitasking, acting as a large-screen mode, and a 6,5-inch external screen for portable use, suggesting two main display modesSmartphone mode (external screen) and tablet mode (main screen open).
It should be noted that Samsung's three-screen smartphone It can only be used in large screen mode or small screen mode, and cannot be used only when a fold is made, which is different from... HUAWEI Mate XT Ultimate Design (which arrived in Brazil with the modest price of R$32.999).
Software
O software do Galaxy Z TriFold It is optimized for maximum productivity on its 10-inch screen, which allows for intensive multitasking, such as creating in three simultaneous applications side by side and the display of multiple windows.
The device is the first Galaxy on Samsung DeX standalone, which enables the creation of a complete work environment with up to four workspaces and the ability to run five applications at a time, which can be expanded with an external monitor in Extended mode.
And it can also be used as an external monitor in DeX mode: for those who already have a smartphone. SamsungJust scroll down the notification screen and select the Galaxy Z Trifold It functions as a wireless screen, as if it were a large monitor. When connected to a wireless mouse and keyboard, the experience becomes similar to using a laptop.
Furthermore, the software is driven by Galaxy A.I.which makes functions more intuitive on the big screen, including features like Photo Assistant (with Generative Editing) and Navigation Assistant, in addition to Gemini Live, which uses multimodal AI to offer real-time assistance and contextual insights, improving workflow and content creation.
Cameras
O Galaxy Z TriFold It has a complete rear camera system, anchored by a 200 MP Main Camera (f/1.7 aperture with OIS and 2x optical zoom via Adaptive Pixel Sensor), a 12 MP Ultra-wide (120º field of vision) and a 10MP Telephoto with 3x Optical Zoom (up to 30x digital zoom) on the rear.
In video recording, the rear set reaches its maximum with 8K is 30 fps e 4K is 60 fpsalso offering the mode 1080p is 240 fps and support for 10-bit HDR e HDR10 +, with all modes supporting electronic stabilization (gyro-EIS).
For selfies and calls, both front cameras of 10 SM (on the external and main screens) they support recording in 4K is 60 fps e 1080p is 60 fps, also including stabilization gyro-EIS.
Processor
O Galaxy Z TriFold is driven by Snapdragon 8 Elite mobile platform for Galaxy, a high-performance chipset manufactured in 3 nmCompared to smartphones with the standard version of this processor, the "For Galaxy" variant delivers 30% higher performance.
This platform adopts an architecture Octa-core with Oryon V2 Phoenix cores and is complemented by Adreno GPU 830 (1200 MHz). The same processor is present in other premium models from Samsung, like the line Galaxy S25 and Galaxy z fold7.
Battery and charging
This new smartphone from Samsung comes equipped with a battery 5.600 mAhThe manufacturer positioned the battery in a three-cell system directed at the device's three panels, aiming for a balanced power distribution and consequently all-day battery life.
Charging is versatile, offering 45W wired (Super-Fast Charging 2.0) which reaches 50% charge in about 30 minutes.In addition, it supports charging. 15W wireless (Fast Wireless Charging 2.0) and has the ability to wireless power sharing reverse of 4.5Wwhich allows you to charge other compatible devices.
Memory and storage
The device will launch with 16 GB of RAM to run all applications and functions, plus 512 GB or 1 TB of internal storage, without the option to add a microSD card. Despite this "loss," buyers get 6 months of Google AI Pro, which, in addition to providing access to the Veo3, also adds 2 TB of storage to their Google account.
Connectivity
O Galaxy Z TriFold It has full mobile network connectivity, covering the technologies. 5GLTE and earlier standards. For short-range communication and local internet, the device is extremely advanced, supporting Wi-Fi 7 (tri-band), Bluetooth 5.4 e NFCThe physical door is USB Type-C and it offers full support for navigation systems such as GPS, GALILEO and GLONASS.
Price and availability
It is expected to be initially sold in South Korea starting December 12, 2025, with an official price of 3.594.000 won, which is approximately R$ 13.125 in direct conversion, not including taxes. Later, the device will arrive in China, Taiwan, Singapore, the United Arab Emirates, and the United States.
There is still no forecast for when the device will arrive in Brazil, therefore, more information should be released by [company name]. Samsung Coming soon. Stay tuned! showmetech to stay up to date with the latest news from Galaxy Z Trifold.
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Technical specifications
| Córdoba | Galaxy z fold7 |
|---|---|
| Display | Main: 10-inch QXGA+ display 2X Dynamic AMOLED (2160 x 1584), 269 ppi Maximum brightness of 1600 nits Adaptive refresh rate of 120 Hz (1~120 Hz) Front screen: 6,5-inch FHD+ screen 2X Dynamic AMOLED (2.520 x 1.080, 21:9), 422 ppi Maximum brightness of 2600 nits Adaptive refresh rate of 120 Hz (1~120 Hz) |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy (3nm) |
| Operational system | Android 16 via One UI 8 interface |
| RAM memory | 16 GB |
| Internal storage | 512 GB or 1 TB |
| Protection against water and dust | IP48K Based on laboratory tests for submersion in up to 1,5 meters of fresh water for up to 30 minutes and for protection against solid objects larger than 1 mm, such as wires. Not recommended for use on beaches or in swimming pools. The device's water resistance is not permanent and may decrease over time due to normal wear and tear. It is not resistant to dust or sand. |
| Cameras | Rear cameras: 200 MP Main Camera Quad Pixel AF, OIS, F1.7, Pixel size: 0,6 μm, Field of view: 85˚ 2x optical quality zoom 12MP Ultra-wide Camera Dual Pixel AF, F2.2, Pixel size: 1,4 μm, Field of view: 120˚ 10 MP Telephoto Camera PDAF, OIS, F2.4, Pixel size: 1,0 μm, Field of view: 36˚, 3x optical zoom, Digital zoom up to 30x 10 MP Outdoor Camera F2.2, Pixel size: 1,12 μm, Field of view: 85˚ External screen camera: 10 MP F2.2, Pixel size: 1,12 μm, Field of view: 100˚ |
| Battery | Dual 5.600 mAh battery 45W super fast charging 50% in 30 minutes when plugged in. Fast wireless charging 2.0 (15W) Wireless PowerShare up to 4,5W |
| Connectivity | 5G LTE Up to two Nano SIM cards and Multi eSIM Wi-Fi 7 Bluetooth v5.4 NFC GPS |
| Sensors | Capacitive fingerprint sensor (side-mounted), accelerometer, barometer, gyroscope, geomagnetic sensor, Hall sensor, proximity sensor, and light sensor. |
| Dimensions and weight: | unfolded: 159,2 x 214,1 x 3,9 mm (screen with SIM tray) / 4,2 mm (center of screen) / 4,0 mm (screen with side button) Folded: 159.2 x 75.0 x 12.9 mm Weight of 309 grams |
| Price | 3.594.000 won (approximately R$ 13.125 in direct conversion) |
| Availability in Brazil | to be disclosed |
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With information: Samsung Newsroom Brazil, GSMArena.
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