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Samsung Galaxy Golden 4 (SM-W2017) vs Samsung Galaxy Fold (SM-F900W)

Side by side comparison between Samsung Galaxy Golden 4 vs Samsung Galaxy Fold phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Samsung Galaxy Fold X Samsung Galaxy Golden 4 (SM-W2017) 06Points
4.2"
AMOLED

1080x1920

12
MP

5mp

4GB
RAM

Quad-core

2300
mAh

(Non removable)

vs
24Points Samsung Galaxy Fold (SM-F900W) Compare Samsung Galaxy Golden 4 X
7.3"
AMOLED

1536x2152

12.2
MP

10mp

12GB
RAM

Octa-core

4380
mAh

(Non removable)

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

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Galaxy Golden 4 (SM-W2017)} 6 Advantages Samsung Galaxy Golden 4 (SM-W2017) vs Galaxy Fold (SM-F900W)} 24 Advantages Samsung Galaxy Fold (SM-F900W)
+Until 256GB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage
More external storage for files using memory cards
vsNot supported
+208 grams (7.28 ounces)26%
Lighter
vs263 grams (9.21 ounces)
+525 PPI45%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
vs362 PPI
+BarometerAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+3.5mm jackAdvantage
Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores
vsType-C reversible connector
+FMAdvantage
The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general
vsNot supported
2.15GHz 64bit Quad-corevs+2.84GHz 64bit Octa-core (7nm)62%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
4GB LPDDR4vs+12GB LPDDR4X2 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
64GB (52GB available)vs+512GB (462GB available)8 times
More internal storage for applications and files
15.8 millimeters (0.62 inches)vs+6.9 millimeters (0.27 inches)129%
Thinner
1080x1920 pixelsvs+1536x2152 pixels59%
Higher resolution screen
4.2"vs+7.3"74%
Larger screen
(back) 12MPvs+(triple camera) 12.2MP + 12MP + 16MP2 times
Higher resolution main camera
Only digital zoomvs+Digital and optical zoomAdvantage
The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures
EIS: Digital stabilizationvs+OIS: Optical stabilizationAdvantage
Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
Not supportedvs+BSI sensorAdvantage
The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
HDR photo only main cameravs+HDR photo/video on both camerasAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
f/1.7 (aperture)vs+f/1.5 (aperture)13%
Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
(front) 5MPvs+(dual front camera) 10MP + 8MP3 times
Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
(front) HD (1280x720)vs+(front) 4K UHD (3840x2160)8 times
More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera
Android 6.0.1 Marshmallowvs+Android 12Advantage
Android 12 is newer and safer
(4G LTE-A) 300 Mbpsvs+(4G LTE-A) 1200 Mbps3 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supportedvs+Face unlock 2DAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+GyroscopeAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
2300 mAhvs+4380 mAh90%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
2 slots (Dual-SIM)
(hybrid slot/shares the same microSD slot)
vs+2 slots (Dual-SIM) + e-SIM (Eletronic)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
4.1 + A2DPvs+5.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.0 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
MicroUSB 2.0vs+USB 3.1 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoAdvantage
Newer and faster USB version for transferring photos, mp3 or data.
MicroUSB 2.0vs+Type-CAdvantage
Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.

23 Common items in both devices
Super AMOLED / Dynamic AMOLED
16 million
LED flash
Autofocus / PDAF: phase detection autofocus on both cameras
4K UHD (3840x2160)
4G LTE-A
Capacitive
+16 specs and more in the table below

Check the comparison table below for more items that are not evaluated in comparison score above.

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📱 Model features

Galaxy Golden 4 (SM-W2017)Galaxy Fold (SM-F900W)
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ModelGalaxy Golden 4 (SM-W2017)Galaxy Fold (SM-F900W)
Other model namesSamsung W2017 Galaxy Golden 4, Samsung VeyronGalaxy Fold F900W (Dual-SIM), Samsung Winner
Country or region availableChinaHong KongTaiwan
China, Hong Kong, Taiwan
Canada
Canada
BrandSamsungSamsung
Release date11/1/20164/26/2019, Announced: 2/28/2019
Depth15.8 millimeters (0.62 inches)6.9 millimeters (0.27 inches)
Size (width x height)61.4 x 127.8 millimeters (2.42 x 5.03 in)117.9 x 160.9 millimeters (4.64 x 6.33 in)
Weight208 grams (7.28 ounces)263 grams (9.21 ounces)
Build, materialsfeature not registeredAluminum frame, flexible plastic screen, glass back
Folded: 15.5mm x 62.9mm x 160.9mm
Protection against water and othersNot supportedNot supported

📲 Display

Galaxy Golden 4 (SM-W2017)Galaxy Fold (SM-F900W)
Display typeSuper AMOLEDDynamic AMOLED
Screen size4.2" inches7.3" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~62% (screen-to-body ratio)~85.7% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution1080x1920 pixels1536x2152 pixels
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)525 PPI362 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedNot supported
Refresh ratefeature not registered60Hz
Display featuresfeature not registeredHDR10+
Extra display: Super AMOLED 4.6" (720x1680)

🤖 Operating System

Galaxy Golden 4 (SM-W2017)Galaxy Fold (SM-F900W)
System versionAndroid 6.0.1 MarshmallowAndroid 9.0 Pie
Firmware updatefeature not registeredAndroid 12
User Interfacefeature not registeredOne UI 2.5 / 3.1 / 4.0

⚙️ Processor

Galaxy Golden 4 (SM-W2017)Galaxy Fold (SM-F900W)
Chipset64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 MSM8996 (14nm)64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 (SM8150) (7nm)
CPUQuad-core, 2 processors:
2x 2.15GHz Kryo (Dual-core)
2x 1.6GHz Kryo (Dual-core)
Octa-core, 3 processors:
1x 2.84GHz Kryo 485 (Single-core)
3x 2.42GHz Kryo 485 (Triple-core)
4x 1.78GHz Kryo 485 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controllerQualcomm Adreno 530Qualcomm Adreno 640 (585MHz)
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredAnTuTu: 363016 (v7)
Geekbench: 11028 (v4.4)
GFXBench: 32fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

💽 Memory and storage

Galaxy Golden 4 (SM-W2017)Galaxy Fold (SM-F900W)
RAM memory4GB LPDDR412GB LPDDR4X
Internal storage64GB (52GB available)512GB (462GB available)
UFS 3.0
External storageUntil 256GB microSD, microSDXC
(hybrid slot/shares the same SIM-2 slot)
Not supported

📶 Mobile networks

Galaxy Golden 4 (SM-W2017)Galaxy Fold (SM-F900W)
Dual-SIMDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
(hybrid slot/shares the same microSD slot)
Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
SIM card2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF) + e-SIM
Maximum Download / Upload300/50 Mbps1200/150 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandTri-Band 900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkCDMA 800, GSM 900/1800/1900CDMA 800, GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkUMTS 850/1900/2100CDMA2000 1xEV-DO
TD-SCDMA 1900/2000
UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat6 (Bands 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 26)
TD-LTE (Bands 41)
LTE 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
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-AGPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, TD-SCDMA, UMTS, TD-HSDPA, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A
Secondary 2G networkGSM 900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedUMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedLTE 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
Secondary data networkGPRS, EDGEGPRS, EDGE, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A

📷 Camera

Galaxy Golden 4 (SM-W2017)Galaxy Fold (SM-F900W)
Back camera (main camera)12 megapixels(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
Main camera resolution4000x3000 pixels4032x3024 pixels
Video recording (primary)4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps
FlashLED flashLED flash
Focal aperturef/1.7 (aperture)f/1.5 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registered26mm (lens)
Sensor sizefeature not registered1/2.55" inches
Pixel size1.4µm pixel1.4µm pixel
AutofocusAutofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocus on both cameras
Touch focusSupportedSupported
Image stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilizationOIS: Optical stabilization
ZoomOnly digital zoomDigital and optical zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorNot supportedSupported
HDRHDR photo only main cameraHDR photo/video on both cameras
Camera extrasfeature not registered4K@60fps
1080p@30/60fps
1080p@240fps (slow motion)
720p@960fps (slow motion)
HDR10
Cover camera: 10MP (f/2.2)

📸 Front camera

Galaxy Golden 4 (SM-W2017)Galaxy Fold (SM-F900W)
Front camera (secondary)5 megapixels(dual front camera)
10 megapixels
8MP depth f/1.924mm1.22µm
Front camera resolution2560x1920 pixels3872x2592 pixels
Video recording (secondary)HD (1280x720)4K UHD (3840x2160)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturef/1.9 (aperture)f/2.2 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registered26mm (lens)
Sensor sizefeature not registered1/3" inches
Pixel sizefeature not registered1.22µm pixel

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Galaxy Golden 4 (SM-W2017)Galaxy Fold (SM-F900W)
LoudspeakerSupportedStereo sound
32-bit/384kHz
Dolby Atmos
Tuned by AKG
Active noise cancellation2 microphones or more2 microphones or more
RadioFMNot supported
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, MKV, WMVMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, eAAC+, WMA, FLACMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC

🔌 Connectivity

Galaxy Golden 4 (SM-W2017)Galaxy Fold (SM-F900W)
USBMicroUSB 2.0USB 3.1 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output3.5mm jackType-C reversible connector
TV outputNot supportedUSB Type-C (reversible)
Bluetooth4.1 + A2DP5.0 + A2DP/LE
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 supportedNot supported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDouA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou
NFCSupportedSupported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Galaxy Golden 4 (SM-W2017)Galaxy Fold (SM-F900W)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
ANT+
Barometer
Compass
Hall effect
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
ANT+
Compass
Face unlock 2D
Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)
Gyroscope
Hall effect
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Galaxy Golden 4 (SM-W2017)Galaxy Fold (SM-F900W)
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
Battery capacity2300 mAh4380 mAh
Charger, wattsWired charging15W Wired fast charging
Inductive / wireless chargingQi Wireless charging (Qi/WPC)15W Qi wireless charging
9W Reverse wireless charging
Talk time autonomyfeature not registered32 hours (1.3 days)
Standby208 hours (8.7 days)feature not registered

➕ Other features

Galaxy Golden 4 (SM-W2017)Galaxy Fold (SM-F900W)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commandsVoice dialing, Voice recorder
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (T9), 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: Gold, Black
• 4.2" FullHD secondary screen
• Samsung Pay
• My Knox
• Colors: Black, Space Silver, Martian Green, Astro Blue
Samsung DeX
• Samsung Pay

☢️ Radiation rate

Galaxy Golden 4 (SM-W2017)Galaxy Fold (SM-F900W)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
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