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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 5G
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 5G

Released: 2020, August 05Price: About 960 EURStatus: Available. Released 2020, September 18

Root Support Available

Bootloader unlock, Magisk root, recovery notes, and expert support are available for this device family.

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 10, upgradable to Android 13, One UI 5.1.1
CPUOcta-core (1x3.09 GHz Cortex-A77 & 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A77 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUAdreno 650
NFCYes
SIMNano-SIM +, eSIM
USBUSB Type-C 3.2
Size7.6 inches, 180.8 cm, 2, (~88.6% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeFoldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
BrandSamsung
BuildGlass front (folded), plastic front (unfolded), glass back, aluminum frame
ModelSamsung Galaxy Z Fold2 5G
PriceAbout 960 EUR
RadioNo
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (7CA) Cat20 2000/200 Mbps, 5G
Video4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS
CameraPhoto, /, Video
ColorsMystic Bronze, Mystic Black, Thom Browne Edition, Aston Martin Racing Edition
ModelsSM-F916B, SM-F916U, SM-F916U1, SM-F916N, SM-F9160, SM-F916W, SCG05
SAR EU0.86 W/kg (head) 1.45 W/kg (body)
Single10 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/3", 1.22µm, Cover camera:, 10 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/3", 1.22µm
StatusAvailable. Released 2020, September 18
Triple12 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.76", 1.8µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS, 12 MP, f/2.4, 52mm (telephoto), 1/3.6", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 2x optical zoom, 12 MP, f/2.2, 123˚, 12mm (ultrawide), 1.12µm
Weight282 g (9.95 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm SM8250 Snapdragon 865 5G+ (7 nm+)
Display714 nits max brightness (measured)
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - SM-F916B
4G bands1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 - SM-F916B
5G bands1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 28, 40, 41, 77, 78 Sub6 - SM-F916B
Charging25W wired, 11W wireless, 4.5W reverse wireless
FeaturesHDR
Internal256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM
Released2020, August 05
Announced2020, August 05
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Card slotNo
3.5mm jackNo
DimensionsUnfolded: 159.2 x 128.2 x 6.9 mm, Folded: 159.2 x 68 x 13.8-16.8 mm
Resolution1768 x 2208 pixels (~373 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
Loudspeaker-25.2 LUFS (Very good)
PerformanceAnTuTu: 564907 (v8), GeekBench: 12607 (v4.4), 2715 (v5.1), GFXBench: 33fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Battery (old)Endurance rating 81h

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 5G Overview

About Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 5G Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 5G is another flagship from Samsung's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2020. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 5G has a wide variety of great specifications such as 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM with Qualcomm SM8250 Snapdragon 865 5G+ (7 nm+) , as well as ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. The thing that makes this decent smartphone special is its sleek design and an amazing all-screen design with no notches at all.

Rooting Information

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 5G can generally be rooted with a bootloader unlock and Magisk patched boot image workflow. Always match firmware build numbers before flashing.

Bootloader Information

Most Android rooting methods begin with bootloader unlock. Unlocking may wipe data, affect warranty, and disable some security features.

Recovery Information

Custom recovery support depends on chipset, kernel source availability, and community builds. Fastboot-based Magisk installation can work even when TWRP is unavailable.

FAQ

Can I root the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 5G supports rooting through Magisk. You'll need to unlock the bootloader first, then flash a patched boot image. Check the rooting status card on this page for availability.

Does Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 5G support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many Samsung devices support TWRP. Check our device page for recovery compatibility. If TWRP isn't available, you can still use Magisk through fastboot method.

Will rooting Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 5G void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 5G will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 5G run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 5G.