Honestly, I had a hard time believing it at first. A smartphone for $2,500? But here's the thing - did you know this phone sold out in just 2 minutes after launch? The 1st, 2nd, and 3rd sales all sold out instantly, and there are even listings in the second-hand market for over $7,000. What exactly makes this phone so special?

Sold Out in 5 Minutes, Then 2 Minutes... Is This a Phone or a Luxury Item?

On December 2, 2025, Samsung finally unveiled the "Galaxy Z Trifold" to the world. Samsung's first tri-fold foldable, and apparently the world's first in-folding design. The official launch in Korea was December 12th, and that's when the drama began.

First sale? Sold out in 5 minutes. "Well, maybe they had limited stock," I thought. But the second sale was even more shocking. Just 2 minutes. Yes, 2 minutes. Faster than boiling water for instant noodles. The third sale was no different.

But here's where things get a bit sobering. Apparently, the initial global inventory was only around 2,500-5,000 units. Display yield issues make mass production difficult. So rather than calling it a "sell-out," it's more accurate to say that only a tiny fraction of people could even buy one in the first place.

$2,500 - Is This Price Really Reasonable?

Let's talk reality. $2,500 USD. Honestly, when I first saw this number, I thought, "Oh, that's tablet pricing," but nope - it's a smartphone.

In my personal opinion, this isn't just a smartphone price - it's a combination of "technological prowess showcase" plus "scarcity premium." Sure, the specs are absolutely insane. But here's the thing: you could buy an iPhone Pro Max AND an Apple Watch Ultra and still have money left over instead of buying this one phone... What do you think?

The resale market is even crazier. The $2,500 retail unit is going for $3,000, $4,000, even $7,000. There's controversy about scalpers too. I guess you could call it the madness created by scarcity.

Examining the Specs: Trifold by the Numbers

Now for the really important stuff. Let's see if it's actually worth the money by looking at the specs.

The Display Magic

This is truly the heart of this phone. Unfold it and BAM - a 10-inch (253mm) massive display appears. Resolution is 2160 x 1584 QXGA+ class, Dynamic AMOLED 2X with 120Hz support. Fold it up and you get a 6.5-inch bar-type phone for regular smartphone use.

What impressed me most was the thickness. When folded, it's only 12.9mm, and the thinnest part when unfolded is just 3.9mm. For a phone that folds three times, this thinness is remarkable - I can only imagine how hard the engineers worked on this.

Camera: The Power of 200 Megapixels

The rear main camera is a whopping 200 megapixels. They've put Galaxy S series flagship-level camera in a foldable. It's a triple setup with 12MP ultra-wide and 10MP 3x optical telephoto, and it can shoot 8K 30fps video. The front camera is 10MP, and there's also a separate 10MP on the cover side for convenient selfies.

Battery: Massive for a Foldable

5,600mAh. The largest capacity ever in a Galaxy foldable. It supports 45W super-fast charging, with up to 17 hours of video playback. Though honestly, if you're using that 10-inch screen at full blast, the battery will probably drain quickly. That's something you'd have to test yourself.

Galaxy Fold6 vs Trifold: What's the Difference?

We have to make this comparison. The Galaxy Fold6 is also a flagship foldable, so let's see if the Trifold is really worth the extra premium.

Feature Galaxy Z Fold6 Galaxy Z Trifold
Price $1,900 (256GB) $2,500 (512GB)
Main Display 7.6 inches 10 inches
Cover Display 6.3 inches 6.5 inches
Thickness (folded) 12.1mm 12.9mm
Weight 239g 309g
Main Camera 50MP 200MP
RAM 12GB 16GB
Battery 4,273mAh 5,600mAh
Charging Speed 25W 45W

To summarize: The Trifold has an overwhelmingly larger display, much better camera specs, bigger battery, and more RAM. But it's 70g heavier, and there's a $600 price difference.

Personally, I found the 7.6-inch Fold6 screen plenty spacious. I'm skeptical about how many people actually need that 10-inch Trifold display. People who do a lot of document work, video editors, or those who just love having the biggest screen? It makes sense for them.

Who Should Buy This?

Let me be honest with you. Most people don't need this phone. "What? A blogger not recommending a phone?" you might think, but we need to be realistic.

Recommended For

  • Those who need a large screen for work: If you frequently review documents, work on spreadsheets, or do presentations on the go
  • Those tired of carrying both a tablet and smartphone: If you want one device that does it all
  • Early adopters and tech enthusiasts: If you want to experience the latest technology first
  • Those who can afford it comfortably: If $2,500 is just "a bit pricey" to you

Not Recommended For

  • Regular smartphone users: If your main uses are social media, YouTube, and messaging - it's overkill
  • Those who want a light phone: 309g is pretty heavy
  • Those worried about after-sales service: Tri-fold technology still needs more time to be proven
  • Practical consumers: For the same money, a Fold6 + tablet combo might be better

The Verdict: Is It Worth Buying?

If you've read this far, you probably already know the answer. The Trifold is not a phone that "everyone should buy." It's closer to a tech showcase where Samsung is saying "look how far we've come."

Of course, I acknowledge the technology. A tri-fold design at only 12.9mm thick, 200MP camera, and 10-inch display. It feels like something from the future. But "innovation" and "practicality" are different things.

My personal conclusion is this:

The Trifold isn't a question of "can I afford it?" but rather "should I buy it?" If your lifestyle allows you to spend $2,500 and still say "worth it," then go for it. But if you're hesitating even a little, the Fold6 can give you plenty of future experience at a more reasonable price.

Either way, it's clear that Samsung is once again leading the foldable market. In the next generation, prices will likely come down and yield issues will be resolved. It wouldn't be too late to reconsider then.

What do you think? Would you splurge on a $2,500 phone?