The highlight of the W26 is evident in its foldable uniqueness-the encore in China-witnessing luxury accents placed on its exterior. It plays the alternative role of cherishing the flip stature of the almost-launched, Galaxy Z Fold7. These design aspects and yet an elegant look for it, are what separate the W26 from Fold7, keeping the core motherboard hardware development and specifications the same.
Core Hardware and Design Difference Between Samsung W26 and Z Fold7
The essence of the Samsung W26 is similar to that of the Galaxy Z Fold7 in terms of internal specifications. Hardware mostly found similar is:
- Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy
- Displays: A 6.5-inch cover screen and an 8-inch main foldable display
- Camera: A 200 MP primary camera
- Battery: A 4400 mAh, 25 W supporting charging
- Dimensions: Same 8.9 mm thickness and 215 g weight as Galaxy Z Fold7
This is where a differentiator in external design and premium branding kicks in. The gold frames across both colorways are ribbed in finish and are, therefore, different from the velvet feel of Galaxy Z Fold7. The front/back cover is glass, which is different from the ceramic used for the predecessor, the W25.
Interestingly, the W26 Flip was not launched to take over for the previous W25 Flip this year.
Pricing, Availability, and Extras Included
In the Chinese market, the price of the Samsung W26 is higher compared to Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7. Pricing details encompass:
- 16 GB RAM / 512 GB Store-CNY 16,999 (~US$2,499)
- 16 GB RAM / 1 TB Store-CNY 18,999 (~US$2,999)
This pricing is about CNY 2,000 to CNY 2,500 (~US300) higher than that for the equivalent models of Galaxy Z Fold7. This price difference accounts for more elaborate packaging, an exclusive Kevlar case presented with the W26, and a telecom discount code worth CNY 1,000 (~US$149) bundled in.
Though Samsung W26 will not be available outside China, it is expected to be available through third-party importers.
