The foldable to beat
The OPPO Find N6 improves further on its predecessor by offering one of the best creasless folding screens we've seen yet. Add to that the excellent displays, cameras, and massive battery and you have a formidable champ to beat.
Pros
- Creaseless inner panel makes a big difference
- Gorgeous design that's great to hold and use
- Terrific cameras
- Top-notch internals and battery life
- Bright OLED panels inside and out
- Useful multitasking features
- Has stylus support
Cons
- Not launching outside Asia
- Misses out on IP68/IP69 ingress protection
Thinnest Galaxy yet
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is one pricey foldable but for the money, you get an incredibly slim and light phone, superb app and AI performance, larger outer display, and true global availability.
Pros
- The crease is practically non-existent
- Doesn't feel like a heavy remote when folded anymore
- Larger and wider cover screen
- Truly a 2-in-1 device
- Shares the same camera as the S25 Ultra
- Excellent performance
- That blue is oh so blue, and looks incredible
Cons
- No S Pen support
- Even more expensive than before
- There's no dust protection
- Battery life is meh
- No MagSafe support without a case
If you've set out to buy a new foldable smartphone in 2026 and are looking at the global market, you have a solid number of options to choose from. In the U.S., Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 7 is still the king of the hill, and the same holds true for many other regions, too. But challenging its reign in 2026 is the latest OPPO Find N6. We've spent two weeks with this foldable, and we can't get enough of it. It's a crying shame, then, that it won't be launching outside Asia.
Comparing the OPPO Find N6 vs. the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, both phones have their own strengths and weaknesses. The Find N6 has an edge in battery life, cameras, a folding screen, and charging speeds, but it's heavier and won't get as many OS upgrades. The Galaxy Z Fold 7, on the other hand, is lighter, has better AI features, and better global availability. The downside is that it's not as dustproof, has weaker battery life, and is due for an upgrade in a few months.
If you live in a region where you can buy either phone, here's how to choose between them.
OPPO Find N6 vs. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7: Design and displays
We thought the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 had a non-existent display crease when we reviewed it, but the OPPO Find N6's folding screen makes it look like a phone from a few generations ago. This is the biggest differentiator of the Find N6 vs. all other foldable phones like the Pixel 10 Pro Fold and Honor Magic V5. Not only is the crease barely visible, but you can also hardly feel it, which means it's the closest you'll get to using an actual tablet.
It's an absolutely stunning display too, spanning 8.12 inches with a crisp resolution of 2,248x2,480 pixels. This LTPO OLED panel boasts a 120Hz refresh rate, up to 2,500 nits of peak brightness, and an "Auto-Smoothing Flex Glass" that's certified to stay flat even after 600,000 folds, according to OPPO. The outer 6.62-inch OLED display is equally impressive with an even higher peak brightness rating. Both displays have excellent color vibrancy and touch response, and the improved hinge easily holds the Find N6 at whichever angle you open it.
The design is similar to the Find N5, and it has the same thickness when folded or unfolded as the Galaxy Z Fold 7. The OPPO Find N6 is heavier than the Fold 7 at 225 grams vs. 215 grams. It does have better dust and water protection, though, with an IP58/ IP59 rating compared to Samsung's IP48 rating. The Find N6 even supports OPPO's new AI Pen stylus.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 measures just 8.9mm thick when folded and 4.2mm when unfolded, making it the slimmest foldable Samsung has produced yet. The most impressive aspect is the weight, which is just 215 grams. The design is very familiar too and is instantly recognizable as a Samsung phone. The fit and finish have been polished off, and the phone gets an IP48 rating for durability.
The main display on the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is an 8.0-inch folding Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X panel with a resolution of 2,184 x 1,968 and a 120Hz refresh rate. Notably, Samsung has dropped S Pen support on the Galaxy Z Fold 7 to keep the phone's thickness low. This could be a big miss for many users, as the ability to doodle, sketch, sign documents, or take notes with Samsung's highly regarded stylus is not available on this model.
We don't have too many complaints about the display itself, though. It's bright and vibrant, the touch response is great, and the crease is the least prominent compared to previous generations. The folding screen is still not as flat as the Find N6, though. OPPO definitely wins this round as the Find N6 has superior display tech and is more resilient to the elements.
OPPO Find N6 vs. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7: Hardware and specs
The OPPO Find N6 uses the best Qualcomm chip, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. Like its predecessor, this is a custom chip with a seven-core design that performs very well in games and with daily usage. We did notice some overheating during long gaming sessions, but that's more of a chip issue than an OPPO issue. The Find N6 comes in just one variant with 16GB RAM and 512GB storage. Hong Kong-based etailer Giztop lists the phone for $1,899, which is quite a bit cheaper than the Galaxy Z Fold 7's starting price of $1,999, which gets you 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage.
The Find N6 runs ColorOS 16.0.4, which is based on Android 16. OPPO has promised four years of OS upgrades, the best that the company offers. This is much less compared to Samsung's seven-year commitment. The software itself is great and easy to use. We didn't find any glaring issues here. It's also highly customizable, which is something we really liked.
The Find N6 has one of the biggest batteries we've seen yet on a foldable. With a massive 6,000mAh capacity, 80W wired charging, and 50W wireless charging, this is a beast of a phone that easily lasts a full day and more on one charge.
Category |
OPPO Find N6 |
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 |
|---|---|---|
OS |
ColorOS 16, Android 16 (4 years of updates) |
One UI 8, Android 16 (7 years of updates) |
Display (internal) |
8.12-inch OLED, QXGA+ (2480×2248), up to 2,500 nits, 1-120Hz |
8.0-inch, 2184 x 1968, 120Hz Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
Display (external) |
6.62-inch OLED, FHD+ (2616×1140), up to 3,600 nits, 1-120Hz |
6.5-inch, 2520 x 1080, 120Hz Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
Chipset |
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 |
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy |
RAM |
16GB LPDDR5X |
12GB/16GB |
Storage |
512GB UFS 4.1 |
256GB/512GB/1TB UFS 4.0 |
Main Camera |
200MP, f/1.8, 2-axis OIS, Hasselblad tuned |
200MP, f/1.7, PDAF, OIS |
Ulltrawide Camera |
50MP, f/2.0, AF, 120 degree FoV |
12MP, f/2.2, PDAF, 120-degree FoV |
Telephoto Camera |
50MP, f/2.7, 3x periscope zoom (up to 120x) |
10MP, f/2.4, PSAF, OIS, 3x Optical Zoom |
Selfie Camera (internal) |
20MP, f/2.4 |
10MP, f/2.2, 24mm |
Selfie Camera (external) |
20MP, f/2.4 |
10MP, f2.2, 18mm |
Audio |
Dual stereo speakers, Dolby Atmos |
USB-C, 32-bit/384kHz, Stereo Sound, Tuned by AKG |
Connectivity |
5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, NFC |
Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, UWB |
Security |
Side-mounted fingerprint sensor, Face unlock |
Side-mounted fingerprint scanner |
Protection |
IP58/ IP59 |
IP48 water and dust resistance |
Battery & charging |
6,000mAh, 80W wired charging, 50W wireless |
4,400mAh, 25W wired charging, 15W wireless, 4.5W reverse wireless, Qi2.1 |
Dimensions (open) |
159.9 x 145.6 x 4.2 mm |
158.4 x 143.2 x 4.2mm |
Dimensions (closed) |
159.9 x 74.1 x 8.9 mm |
158.4 x 72.8 x 8.9mm |
Weight |
225 grams |
215 grams |
Colors |
Blossom Orange, Stellar Titanium, Pearl Black |
Blue Shadow, Silver Shadow, Jetblack, Mint |
Samsung increased the price of the Galaxy Z Fold 7 in 2025, as it starts at nearly $2,000. The 512GB variant is $2,419.99, and the 1TB variant is $2,419.99. It's worth noting that only the 1TB variant has 16GB of RAM.
While performance won't hit the same benchmark numbers as the Find N6 with the latest Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, the older Snapdragon 8 Elite in the Z Fold 7 is still very capable. The phone also outshines the Find N6 thanks to Samsung's seven-year software update promise. While OPPO's software is quite polished, Samsung's on-device AI features certainly set it apart.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 has a 4,400mAh battery, which is alright for casual use but not great if you heavily use the folding screen. The phone charges at a measly 25W when plugged in and 15W via Qi2.1 wireless charging. You don't get native magnetic Qi2 charging, but you can enable this with a compatible case.
OPPO Find N6 vs. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7: Cameras
The cameras on the OPPO Find N6 are easily some of the best we've seen. There's a new 200MP main sensor and upgraded ultrawide and telephoto cameras from the Find N5. Add to that the Hasselblad tuning for the main camera, similar to the Find X9 Pro, and you have a very potent shooter, no matter the challenging lighting conditions. All rear cameras can now shoot 4K 60fps video in Dolby Vision. The selfie cameras are not bad either, as you get 20MP sensors for the outer and inner displays.
The Galaxy Z Fold 7 finally gets a much-needed boost for the main camera. The 200MP sensor captures stunning shots and is capable of recording in 8K. The secondary cameras do a decent job, too, but are not suitable for a phone that costs nearly $2,000. The 10MP telephoto and 12MP ultrawide simply lack the raw resolution that the Find N6 delivers. Even the selfie cameras are quite average as Samsung hasn't bothered to change these 10MP sensors for many generations now.
OPPO Find N6 vs. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7: Which should you buy?
The OPPO Find N6 has earned a spot in our list of the best foldables to buy in 2026. Apart from being cheaper than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, it beats it in other areas too, like the displays, stylus support, better battery life, faster charging, better performance, and more potent cameras. I'd definitely choose this over the Galaxy any day.
For folks in North America and European countries, the only way to officially get the Find N6 (or a version of it) is if OnePlus decides to launch a OnePlus Open 2. Unfortunately, a report in early January suggested that OnePlus has cancelled plans for the Open 2, although the reasons remain unknown. Hopefully, things change for the better, and we finally get an Open 2 that fans have been waiting for.
As for the Galaxy Z Fold 7, it's a fine device but a bit too expensive for its own good. The increase in price, plus the reduction in features like the lack of S Pen support, makes it hard to recommend. This is also not the best time to buy one at full price, as the Galaxy Z Fold 8 should arrive in a few months. It's still early to tell whether it will get any significant upgrades, but given how Samsung has been playing it too safe with its updates over the past few years, I wouldn't hold my breath for anything substantially better.
The foldable to beat
The OPPO Find N6 is an incredible feat of engineering and a foldable worthy of its price tag. It's better than the Galaxy Z Fold 7 is pretty much every way but limited global availability is the main deterrent.
The best from Samsung
If you're looking for a foldable phone in the U.S., there's no question — the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is the best option available. It's incredibly thin and lightweight, runs a modern OS with fast performance, and has all the features you need.
