Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Dominates Foldable Phone Market with 65% Share

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 leads the foldable market

Market Dominance

Samsung shipped 15 million foldable devices in Q3 2025, representing 65% of the global market. The Galaxy Z Fold 6 alone accounted for 45% of all foldable sales, with the Z Flip 6 capturing an additional 20%.

Chinese competitors Huawei, Oppo, and Honor have gained ground but remain limited to their domestic market. Samsung's global distribution and brand trust continue to provide significant advantages.

Key Improvements

The Z Fold 6 introduces a new hinge mechanism that Samsung claims will withstand 400,000 folds – roughly 10 years of typical use. The screen crease has been reduced by 70%, addressing the most common consumer complaint.

Battery life has improved by 25% through more efficient chips and display technology. The device now easily lasts a full day of heavy use, removing a previous barrier to adoption.

AI Integration

Samsung's Galaxy AI features take advantage of the foldable form factor. Split-screen translation allows real-time conversation across languages, while the large internal display enables powerful document editing and multitasking.

Productivity users report that the foldable format has replaced their need to carry both phone and tablet, justifying the premium price point.

Future Outlook

Analysts project foldables will represent 10% of smartphone sales by 2027. Samsung is well-positioned to maintain leadership, though Apple's rumored foldable iPhone could disrupt the market dynamics.