The Samsung W25 foldable phone has officially launched in China, bringing a premium take on the Galaxy Z Fold 6 formula with a larger display, a slimmer body, and a dramatically upgraded camera system. Here is everything you need to know about this China-exclusive foldable.
- The Samsung W25 foldable phone features an 8-inch QXGA+ main display and a 200MP primary rear camera — both upgrades over the Galaxy Z Fold 6.
- Priced starting at 15,999 yuan (around Rs 1,88,500), the W25 is exclusive to China and went on sale from November 15.
Samsung W25 Foldable Phone: Price and Availability
The Samsung W25 is priced at 15,999 yuan (approximately Rs 1,88,500) for the base 16GB RAM + 512GB storage configuration. The higher-end 16GB RAM + 1TB storage variant is priced at 17,999 yuan (approximately Rs 2,12,000). Pre-orders opened across both online and offline channels in China, with general sales commencing on November 15. The handset is a China-exclusive and is not expected to reach global markets. Explore more devices from Samsung on GadgetsNews101.
Samsung W25 Foldable Phone: Design and Display
Samsung has given the W25 a distinctive identity that sets it apart from the standard Galaxy Z Fold 6. The device comes in a ceramic black colorway and features a gold-toned armor aluminum frame. It also sports a special "Heart to the World" logo. More importantly, Samsung has shaved 1.5 mm off the thickness compared to the Z Fold 6, bringing the total folded thickness down to just 10.6 mm — making it one of the slimmest book-style foldables in its class.
The main inner display measures 8 inches with a QXGA+ (2184 x 1968 pixels) resolution on a 20:18 Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel. It supports a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate, HDR10+, and up to 2600 nits of peak brightness. The cover screen is a 6.5-inch 21:9 HD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel, also capable of 120Hz and 2600 nits peak brightness, and it is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2.
Samsung W25 Foldable Phone: Camera, Performance, and Battery
One of the most significant upgrades on the W25 over the Z Fold 6 is the rear camera. Instead of a 50MP primary sensor, Samsung has equipped the W25 with a 200MP main camera, paired with a 12MP ultra-wide lens and a 10MP telephoto shooter. For selfies and video calls, there is a 10MP camera on the cover screen and a 4MP under-display camera behind the main panel.
Under the hood, the Samsung W25 runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, paired with up to 16GB of RAM and up to 1TB of internal storage. A 4,400mAh battery keeps the lights on, with support for 25W wired fast charging and 15W wireless charging.
Build Quality and Software
The W25 carries an IP48 rating for dust and water resistance. It includes a side-mounted fingerprint scanner for biometric security and stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos support for an immersive audio experience. The phone ships with Samsung's One UI 6.1.1 skin based on Android 14. Samsung has also introduced the next generation of its Bixby virtual assistant alongside this device in China.
Key Specifications at a Glance
- Main Display: 8-inch QXGA+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 2600 nits
- Cover Display: 6.5-inch HD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, Gorilla Glass Victus 2
- Processor: Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
- RAM / Storage: Up to 16GB RAM, up to 1TB storage
- Main Camera: 200MP + 12MP ultra-wide + 10MP telephoto
- Selfie Cameras: 10MP (cover) + 4MP under-display
- Battery: 4,400mAh with 25W wired and 15W wireless charging
- OS: One UI 6.1.1 (Android 14)
- Build: IP48, ceramic black, gold aluminum frame
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the price of the Samsung W25 foldable phone?
The Samsung W25 foldable phone is priced at 15,999 yuan (approximately Rs 1,88,500) for the 16GB + 512GB variant and 17,999 yuan (approximately Rs 2,12,000) for the 16GB + 1TB model. It is exclusive to China.
How is the Samsung W25 different from the Galaxy Z Fold 6?
While the Samsung W25 is based on the Galaxy Z Fold 6, it comes with several key upgrades: a larger 8-inch main display (versus 7.6 inches on the Z Fold 6), a 200MP primary rear camera (versus 50MP), a slimmer 10.6 mm folded thickness (1.5 mm thinner), a distinct ceramic black design with a gold frame, and a next-generation Bixby assistant.
