- Samsung W27 is a luxury China-only foldable developed with China Telecom under the Heart to the World series.
- It features an 8-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X main screen and Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy.
- China prices start at 18,999 yuan, and Samsung has not announced an India launch.
Samsung has announced the W27, a luxury foldable phone made for China in partnership with China Telecom. It is part of the company’s “Heart to the World” series and is based on the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra architecture.
The Samsung W27 combines a large folding display, a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy processor, 16GB RAM and up to 1TB storage. It also has a 200MP main camera, a 5,000mAh battery and satellite communication support. The company has not announced an India launch.
Samsung W27 Specifications
The W27 has an 8-inch folding screen and a 6.5-inch cover display. Both use Dynamic AMOLED 2X panels with an adaptive refresh rate from 1Hz to 120Hz, HDR10+ and peak brightness of up to 3,000 nits.
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| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Model | Samsung W27 |
| Market | China |
| Partnership | Developed with China Telecom under the “Heart to the World” series |
| Design basis | Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra architecture |
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy, 3nm process, up to 4.74GHz, Adreno 840 GPU |
| RAM | 16GB |
| Storage | 512GB or 1TB |
| Main display | 8-inch QXGA+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 2504 x 2256 pixels |
| Cover display | 6.5-inch FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 2520 x 1080 pixels |
| Display features | Both displays support adaptive 1-120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+ and up to 3,000 nits brightness |
| Screen protection | Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 3 on the rear and cover screen |
| Rear cameras | 200MP main camera (f/1.7, OIS), 50MP ultra-wide camera and 10MP telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom |
| Front cameras | 10MP inner camera and 10MP outer camera |
| Video | Up to 8K recording |
| Battery | 5,000mAh |
| Charging | 45W wired and 20W wireless charging |
| Software | Android 17 with One UI 9 |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0 and NFC |
| Satellite communication | Tiantong satellite communication; one year of satellite access, 300 minutes of satellite voice calls and 100 satellite texts for activations |
| Durability and security | IP48 rating and side-mounted fingerprint sensor |
| Dimensions | 8.9mm folded and 4.1mm unfolded |
| Weight | 215g |
| Colours and design | Dual-tone red and blue design with gold-finish trim |
| In-box items | Kevlar magnetic case and 45W charger |
| Price | 16GB + 512GB: 18,999 yuan (about Rs 2,71,455); 16GB + 1TB: 21,999 yuan (about Rs 3,14,250) |
| India availability | No India launch announced |
Samsung W27 Display and Design
The main folding display measures 8 inches and has a QXGA+ resolution of 2504 x 2256 pixels. The 6.5-inch cover display has an FHD+ resolution of 2520 x 1080 pixels. Both screens support adaptive refresh rates from 1Hz to 120Hz, HDR10+ and brightness of up to 3,000 nits.
Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 3 protects the rear and cover screen. The phone weighs 215g and measures 8.9mm when folded and 4.1mm when unfolded. Its dual-tone red and blue finish is paired with gold-finish trim. Samsung includes a Kevlar magnetic case and a 45W charger in the box.
Snapdragon Processor, Cameras and Battery
Samsung W27 uses the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy, built on a 3nm process and clocked at up to 4.74GHz. Graphics are handled by the Adreno 840 GPU. The phone comes with 16GB RAM and a choice of 512GB or 1TB storage.
The rear camera setup includes a 200MP main camera with an f/1.7 aperture and optical image stabilisation, a 50MP ultra-wide camera and a 10MP telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom. There are 10MP cameras on both the inner and outer sides for selfies and video calls. Video recording supports up to 8K.
A 5,000mAh battery powers the foldable. Charging options include 45W wired charging and 20W wireless charging. The W27 runs Android 17 with One UI 9. For related software details, read about the Samsung One UI 9 rollout and the Samsung Android 17 update list.
Satellite Communication and Other Features
The Samsung W27 supports Tiantong satellite communication. Eligible activations include one year of satellite access, 300 minutes of satellite voice calls and 100 satellite text messages. Availability and activation conditions apply to the satellite service.
Other features include an IP48 rating, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0 and NFC. Samsung has announced the W27 for China, and no India launch has been announced. You can also follow our coverage of the Samsung Galaxy S27 series for other Samsung phone updates.
Samsung W27 Price in China
The Samsung W27 is listed in two memory and storage configurations in China. The 16GB RAM model with 512GB storage costs 18,999 yuan, around Rs 2,71,455. The 16GB RAM and 1TB storage version costs 21,999 yuan, around Rs 3,14,250.
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| 16GB + 512GB | 18,999 yuan (about Rs 2,71,455) |
| 16GB + 1TB | 21,999 yuan (about Rs 3,14,250) |
These are China prices. Samsung has not announced the W27 for India, so there is no confirmed India price or availability.
Conclusion
The Samsung W27 is a premium China-market foldable with an 8-inch main display, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy, 200MP main camera and 5,000mAh battery. Its China prices start at 18,999 yuan, while an India launch has not been announced.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Samsung W27?
Samsung W27 is a luxury foldable phone announced for China with China Telecom under the “Heart to the World” series.
What processor does the Samsung W27 use?
It uses the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy processor, built on a 3nm process and clocked at up to 4.74GHz.
What are the Samsung W27 display sizes?
It has an 8-inch QXGA+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X main folding display and a 6.5-inch FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X cover display.
How much does the Samsung W27 cost?
In China, the 16GB + 512GB model costs 18,999 yuan (about Rs 2,71,455), while the 16GB + 1TB model costs 21,999 yuan (about Rs 3,14,250).
Will the Samsung W27 launch in India?
Samsung has not announced an India launch for the W27.
Does the Samsung W27 support satellite communication?
Yes. It supports Tiantong satellite communication, with one year of satellite access, 300 minutes of satellite voice calls and 100 satellite texts for activations.
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