As advanced as the Galaxy G Fold will be, Samsung’s first tri-fold smartphone will take a step back in adopting certain technologies, which can cause some confusion amongst buyers because they will contemplate how a company can charge a small fortune while removing some features from the total package. According to the 3C certification database, Samsung has downgraded the wattage support of the Galaxy G Fold to the point that the Galaxy S25 Ultra appears superior on paper.
New certification leak involving the Galaxy G Fold mentions support for 25W wired charging only
The device in question features the model number SM-F9680, with The Tech Outlook mentioning that the number ‘0’ indicates that Samsung’s tri-fold smartphone is intended for the Chinese market. Previously, it was rumored that the Galaxy G Fold would be limited to just two regions, with one of them being Samsung’s home turf, South Korea, and the other one China, so it is somewhat unsurprising to spot the handset listed on the 3C certification bearing the aforementioned designation.
From the database, we learn that the tri-fold smartphone will only support 25W wired charging, making it a highly disappointing future launch, at least in one aspect. It might be possible that Samsung intentionally limited the Galaxy G Fold’s wattage because the device would sport a thin form factor, and the individual batteries would have little breathing room inside. To minimize any risk, a 25W limit will be placed.
Keep in mind that the Huawei Mate XT also manages to maintain a decent level of thinness, but the tri-fold flagship still supports up to 66W wired and 50W wireless charging. Samsung has had a long history of gimping its devices’s ability to accept more wattage, and we understand that the Korean giant wants to avoid another Galaxy Note 7 fiasco, but in doing so, various Chinese competitors have starting obtaining an edge against its rival in this space.
Hopefully, the other specifications, such as the Galaxy G Fold’s display, which is rumored to unfold up to 9.96 inches will offset the company’s other decisions, and we will keep our readers updated on the latest, so stay tuned.
About the author: Omar Sohail is a reporter and analyst for Wccftech's mobile section, specializing in the technology and business of the mobile industry. His expertise lies in the intricate hardware supply chain, covering developments in semiconductor manufacturing, chip lithography, and camera sensor technology.
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