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Samsung Galaxy Fold (SM-F900W) vs Samsung Galaxy S4 Active (GT-i9295)

Side by side comparison between Samsung Galaxy Fold vs Samsung Galaxy S4 Active phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Samsung Galaxy S4 Active X Samsung Galaxy Fold (SM-F900W) 31Points
7.3"
AMOLED

1536x2152

12.2
MP

10mp

12GB
RAM

Octa-core

4380
mAh

(Non removable)

vs
09Points Samsung Galaxy S4 Active (GT-i9295) Compare Samsung Galaxy Fold X
5"
TFT

1080x1920

8
MP

2.1mp

2GB
RAM

Quad-core

2600
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Samsung Galaxy Fold (SM-F900W)

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

Galaxy Fold (SM-F900W)} 31 Advantages Samsung Galaxy Fold (SM-F900W) vs Galaxy S4 Active (GT-i9295)} 9 Advantages Samsung Galaxy S4 Active (GT-i9295)
+2.84GHz 64bit Octa-core (7nm)104%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
vs1.9GHz 32bit Quad-core (28nm)
+12GB LPDDR4X5 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
vs2GB LPDDR3
+512GB (462GB available)40 times
More internal storage for applications and files
vs16GB (11.2GB available)
+UFS 3.0Advantage
Fastest write and read storage.
vseMMC 4.5
+6.9 millimeters (0.27 inches)32%
Thinner
vs9.1 millimeters (0.36 inches)
+Aluminum frame, flexible plastic screen, glass backAdvantage
More resistant material
vsPlastic body, glass front
+Dynamic AMOLEDAdvantage
Dynamic AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
vsTFT LCD
+HDR10+Advantage
The HDR10+ display provides vibrant colors and more details
vsNot supported
+1536x2152 pixels59%
Higher resolution screen
vs1080x1920 pixels
+7.3"46%
Larger screen
vs5"
+(triple camera) 12.2MP + 12MP + 16MP4 times
Higher resolution main camera
vs(back) 8MP
+Digital and optical zoomAdvantage
The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures
vsOnly digital zoom
+OIS: Optical stabilizationAdvantage
Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
vsEIS: Digital stabilization
+HDR photo/video on both camerasAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
vsHDR photo only main camera
+f/1.5 (aperture)73%
Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
vsf/2.6 (aperture)
+(dual front camera) 10MP + 8MP8 times
Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
vs(front) 2.1MP
+4K UHD (3840x2160)3 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
vsFull HD (1920x1080)
+(front) 4K UHD (3840x2160)3 times
More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera
vs(front) Full HD (1920x1080)
+Android 12Advantage
Android 12 is newer and safer
vsAndroid 5.0.1 Lollipop
+(4G LTE-A) 1200 Mbps11 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
vs(4G LTE) 100 Mbps
+ANT+Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+Face unlockAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+4380 mAh68%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
vs2600 mAh
+15W50%
More power (watts) to charge the battery faster. Sometimes, the charger that comes with the device doesn't have the same power supported by the device. Check before you buy it.
vs10W
+Qi wireless chargingAdvantage
Wireless charging is another way to charge the battery.
vsNot supported
+2 slots (Dual-SIM) + e-SIM (Eletronic)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
vs1 slot (Single-SIM)
(dedicated slot)
+Stereo soundAdvantage
Better sound quality for listening to music or clearer hands-free calls
vsMono sound (not stereo)
+5.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.0 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
vs4.0 + A2DP
+USB 3.1 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoAdvantage
Newer and faster USB version for transferring photos, mp3 or data.
vsMicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
+Type-CAdvantage
Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
vsMicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
Not supportedvs+Until 64GB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage
More external storage for files using memory cards
263 grams (9.21 ounces)vs+153 grams (5.36 ounces)72%
Lighter
362 PPIvs+441 PPI22%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
Not supportedvs+BarometerAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)vs+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily
Type-C reversible connectorvs+3.5mm jackAdvantage
Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores
Not supportedvs+DLNAAdvantage
With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
Not supportedvs+Gorilla Glass 2Advantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
Not supportedvs+IP67 certifiedAdvantage
Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example

16 Common items in both devices
60Hz
16 million
LED flash
PDAF: phase detection autofocus on both cameras / Autofocus
4G LTE-A / 4G LTE
Capacitive
Multitouch
+9 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features

Galaxy Fold (SM-F900W)Galaxy S4 Active (GT-i9295)
ModelGalaxy Fold (SM-F900W)Galaxy S4 Active (GT-i9295)
Other model namesGalaxy Fold F900W (Dual-SIM), Samsung WinnerGalaxy S4 Active i9295 (Global)
Country or region availableCanada
Canada
(Global, International)
(Global, International)
BrandSamsungSamsung
Release date4/26/2019, Announced: 2/28/20196/20/2013
Depth6.9 millimeters (0.27 inches)9.1 millimeters (0.36 inches)
Size (width x height)117.9 x 160.9 millimeters (4.64 x 6.33 in)71.3 x 139.7 millimeters (2.81 x 5.5 in)
Weight263 grams (9.21 ounces)153 grams (5.36 ounces)
Build, materialsAluminum frame, flexible plastic screen, glass back
Folded: 15.5mm x 62.9mm x 160.9mm
Plastic body, glass front
Protection against water and othersNot supportedIP67 certified: dust proof and waterproof over 1 meter and 30min

📲 Display

Galaxy Fold (SM-F900W)Galaxy S4 Active (GT-i9295)
Display typeDynamic AMOLEDTFT LCD
Screen size7.3" inches5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~85.7% (screen-to-body ratio)~69.2% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution1536x2152 pixels1080x1920 pixels (16:9)
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch 10-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)362 PPI441 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedGorilla Glass 2
Refresh rate60Hz60Hz
Display featuresHDR10+
Extra display: Super AMOLED 4.6" (720x1680)
Not supported

🤖 Operating System

Galaxy Fold (SM-F900W)Galaxy S4 Active (GT-i9295)
System versionAndroid 9.0 PieAndroid 4.2.2 Jelly Bean
Firmware updateAndroid 12Android 5.0.1 Lollipop
User InterfaceOne UI 2.5 / 3.1 / 4.0TouchWiz UI

⚙️ Processor

Galaxy Fold (SM-F900W)Galaxy S4 Active (GT-i9295)
Chipset64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 (SM8150) (7nm)32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 600 (APQ8064AB) (28nm)
CPUOcta-core, 3 processors:
1x 2.84GHz Kryo 485 (Single-core)
3x 2.42GHz Kryo 485 (Triple-core)
4x 1.78GHz Kryo 485 (Quad-core)
Quad-core, 1 processor:
4x 1.9GHz Krait 300 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controllerQualcomm Adreno 640 (585MHz)Qualcomm Adreno 320 (450MHz)
Performance (benchmark)AnTuTu: 363016 (v7)
Geekbench: 11028 (v4.4)
GFXBench: 32fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
feature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

Galaxy Fold (SM-F900W)Galaxy S4 Active (GT-i9295)
RAM memory12GB LPDDR4X2GB LPDDR3
Internal storage512GB (462GB available)
UFS 3.0
16GB (11.2GB available)
eMMC 4.5
External storageNot supportedUntil 64GB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)

📶 Mobile networks

Galaxy Fold (SM-F900W)Galaxy S4 Active (GT-i9295)
Dual-SIMDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim cardNot supported
SIM card2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF) + e-SIM
1 slot (Single-SIM)
micro-SIM (3FF)
Maximum Download / Upload1200/150 Mbps100/50 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkCDMA 800, GSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkCDMA2000 1xEV-DO
TD-SCDMA 1900/2000
UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat18 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20, 25, 29, 30, 66)
TD-LTE (38, 39, 40, 41, 46)
VoLTE
LTE Cat3 (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20)
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, TD-SCDMA, UMTS, TD-HSDPA, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-AGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE
Secondary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900Not supported
Secondary 3G networkUMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100Not supported
Secondary 4G networkLTE Cat18 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20, 25, 29, 30, 66)
TD-LTE (38, 39, 40, 41, 46)
VoLTE
Not supported
Secondary data networkGPRS, EDGE, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-ANot supported

📷 Camera

Galaxy Fold (SM-F900W)Galaxy S4 Active (GT-i9295)
Back camera (main camera)(triple camera)
12.2 megapixels
12MP telephoto f/2.41/3.6"52mm1.0µmAFOIS2x-optical-zoom
16MP ultrawide f/2.212mm1/3.1"1.0µm
8 megapixels
Main camera resolution4032x3024 pixels3264x2448 pixels
Video recording (primary)4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fpsFull HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
FlashLED flashLED flash
Focal aperturef/1.5 (aperture)f/2.6 (aperture)
Focal length26mm lensfeature not registered
Sensor size1/2.55" inchesfeature not registered
Pixel size1.4µm pixelfeature not registered
AutofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocus on both camerasAutofocus
Touch focusSupportedSupported
Image stabilizationOIS: Optical stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilization
ZoomDigital and optical zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorSupportedNot supported
HDRHDR photo/video on both camerasHDR photo only main camera
Camera extras4K@60fps
1080p@30/60fps
1080p@240fps (slow motion)
720p@960fps (slow motion)
HDR10
Cover camera: 10MP (f/2.2)
feature not registered

📸 Front camera

Galaxy Fold (SM-F900W)Galaxy S4 Active (GT-i9295)
Front camera (secondary)(dual front camera)
10 megapixels
8MP depth f/1.924mm1.22µm
2.1 megapixels
Front camera resolution3872x2592 pixels1920x1080 pixels
Video recording (secondary)4K UHD (3840x2160)Full HD (1920x1080)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturef/2.2 (aperture)f/2.4 (aperture)
Focal length26mm lens31mm lens
Sensor size1/3" inchesfeature not registered
Pixel size1.22µm pixelfeature not registered

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Galaxy Fold (SM-F900W)Galaxy S4 Active (GT-i9295)
LoudspeakerStereo sound
32-bit/384kHz
Dolby Atmos
Tuned by AKG
Mono sound (not stereo)
Active noise cancellation2 microphones or more2 microphones or more
RadioNot supportedNot supported
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKVMP4, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC

🔌 Connectivity

Galaxy Fold (SM-F900W)Galaxy S4 Active (GT-i9295)
USBUSB 3.1 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoMicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio outputType-C reversible connector3.5mm jack
TV outputUSB Type-C (reversible)Micro-B USB MHL-2
Bluetooth5.0 + A2DP/LE4.0 + A2DP
WiFi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNANot supportedSupported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDouA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS
NFCSupportedSupported
Infrared portNot supportedSupported

🧭 Sensors

Galaxy Fold (SM-F900W)Galaxy S4 Active (GT-i9295)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
ANT+
Compass
Face unlock
Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)
Gyroscope
Hall effect
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Barometer
Compass
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Galaxy Fold (SM-F900W)Galaxy S4 Active (GT-i9295)
Battery typeLiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
Battery capacity4380 mAh2600 mAh
Charger, watts15W Wired fast charging10W (5V/2A) Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging15W Qi wireless charging
9W Reverse wireless charging
Not supported
Talk time autonomy32 hours (1.3 days)17 hours
Standbyfeature not registered312 hours (13 days)

➕ Other features

Galaxy Fold (SM-F900W)Galaxy S4 Active (GT-i9295)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorderVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (Swype), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingSupportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, HTML5HTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Black, Space Silver, Martian Green, Astro Blue
• Samsung DeX
• Samsung Pay
• Colors: Urban Grey
• Dual Shot camera
• LED notification
• mDNIe
• S-Voice
• Group Play
• Smart Stay eye tracking

☢️ Radiation rate

Galaxy Fold (SM-F900W)Galaxy S4 Active (GT-i9295)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registered0.55W/kg (head), 0.75W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registered0.264W/kg (head), 0.358W/kg (body)
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