Samsung has announced the next generation of foldable flagships – the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 5G and the Galaxy Z Flip 3 5G. Samsung has also revealed two new products, the Samsung S Pen Pro, and the S Pen Fold Edition styluses. Both of them are supported on the new Galaxy Z Fold 3, but the S Pen Pro is also compatible with even more devices. In this guide, we compared each Samsung S Pen Pro vs S Pen to see which of them are better, and to see if they’re supported by your device.
We have also collected some of the best Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 cases that we could find today, and also found the best Galaxy Z Fold 3 deals for you. Samsung also unveiled the new Galaxy Watch 4 series and the new Galaxy Buds2 wireless earphones at the Galaxy Unpacked event on August 11.
Samsung S Pen Pro vs S Pen: design
Samsung Galaxy S Pen Pro and S Pen Fold Edition
The design of the two pens are fairly similar, in fact, it’s actually hard to tell which one is which if you just glance at it. Both are made out of premium materials and are very light. The S Pen comes in various colors, while the S Pen Pro is only offered in Black at the moment. The S Pen Pro also comes in its own case that lets you carry it around, and charge it effortlessly, while the traditional S Pen usually goes into the Galaxy Note series, or attaches magnetically on the Tab series.
Thom Browne Edition S Pen Pro
Samsung has also announced there will be a special Thom Browne Edition version of the Samsung S Pen Pro, which is expected to be available in late September.
Samsung S Pen Pro vs S Pen: features
The S Pen Pro offers most of the same functionality as a regular S Pen, but it also has a few more benefits thanks to its more advanced hardware and a larger battery that’s built into the device.
S Pen Pro:
It weighs 14 grams
It has a battery life of 16 days and it can charge up to full in 50 minutes
It can charge through the USB-C port at the top of it
It can use Bluetooth controls, gestures and supports the latest functionality. It can also copy and paste between two supported devices (All devices must be logged into the same Samsung account)
It can switch between two frequencies (there’s a dedicated switch), making it suitable to work with more devices, not just the Galaxy Z Fold 3.
It’s ideal for frequent S Pen users who take notes, draw and do other work with the stylus and need it on an everyday basis.
You can use the SmartThings app to bring up the location information of the S Pen Pro, helping you to track it down
S Pen:
It weighs 4.47 grams and has a dimension of 6.7 x 130.4 x 5.5 mm
The pen tip measures 0.7mm
It has a pressure sensor level of 4,096
It supports Air Commands/Gestures and you can hover on the screen, and use the button to trigger a wide variety of actions
Samsung S Pen Pro vs S Pen: compatibility & support
The Samsung S Pen Pro is supported on all of the devices that are compatible and support the S Pen. Also keep in mind that the Air Actions will only work on these devices, using the S Pen Pro. Here’s the list of devices that support the S Pen Pro:
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 5G
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy Note 20
Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ / 10+ 5G
Samsung Galaxy Note 10
Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Lite
Samsung Galaxy Tab S7+
Samsung Galaxy Tab S7
Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE
Samsung Galaxy Tab S6
Samsung One UI 3.1 or later & S Pen Pro requires charging and pairing to use Air Actions
Which should you buy Samsung S Pen Pro vs S Pen?
The S Pen Pro costs $89.99 and it also supports the new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 5G and most of the Samsung Galaxy devices that support the S Pen. It’s worth pointing out that if you have an existing S Pen at home, and consider picking up the Galaxy Z Fold 3, then existing S Pens will not work. That’s because of the new Wacom layer that’s built into the Z Fold 3. The special S Pen Fold Edition will work very similarly to the traditional S Pen, and it will cost $44.99.
That being said, if you want to up your stylus game, want to take notes, draw on your compatible tablet, foldable or smartphone, the Samsung S Pen Pro offers all of the functionality, features, and benefits that you may be able to take advantage of. It also has a long battery life, and a full charge only takes 50 minutes via the USB-C port.
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Roland is a technology enthusiast and software engineer based in United Kingdom. He is also a content creator and writer, and is best known under the name “Techusiast”.
We heard several rumors of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 supporting the S Pen, but we had no concrete proof until Samsung confirmed it in late July. Samsung has officially revealed that Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 comes with a few familiar features that we have seen in the Galaxy Note series. That’s not all; alongside the Galaxy Z Fold 3, Samsung has also revealed the Galaxy Watch 4 series. We have created a guide for you to find the best Galaxy Watch 4 bands and even compared the Galaxy Watch 4 with the Apple Watch 6 to help you decide which is worth buying.
Does the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 support the S Pen?
Yes, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 supports both the S Pen Pro and the S Pen Fold Edition, which is specifically made for the foldable device. In late July, Dr. TM Roh, President, and Head of Mobile Communications Business of Samsung Electronics has officially confirmed that the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold3 flagship will support the S Pen functionality. On August 11, Samsung has officially unveiled the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 and announced that it’s the first foldable smartphone to support the S Pen functionality.
Which S Pen does the Galaxy Z Fold 3 support?
Samsung Galaxy S Pen Pro and S Pen Fold Edition
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 supports both the S Pen Pro stylus and the S Pen Fold Edition, which Samsung has created specifically for the Galaxy Z Fold 3. Both devices offer similar features and functionality, but there are a few differences between the two.
The S Pen Pro can be used with other Galaxy devices such as the Galaxy Tab and Galaxy Book. On the other hand, the S Pen Fold Edition is made just for the Fold, and it features Air Commands, off-screen memos, and other similar features that you’re already used to seeing in the Galaxy Note lineup. The S Pen Pro also has device switching capabilities using a switch on the actual S Pen. It also has on-board memory that allows you to copy and paste between applicable devices.
To help you compare the two styluses, the S Pen Pro weighs 14 grams, while the S Pen Fold Edition weighs only 8 grams. Both are optimized to work well and support the Galaxy Z Fold 3, although picking up the S Pen Fold Edition may be a better option since it’s designed to be used on the Z Fold 3. If you need multi-device support, the S Pen Pro is an excellent choice.
Is the S Pen included with the Galaxy Z Fold 3 in the box?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 will only come with a USB-C to USB-C cable that can be used for charging and transferring files. Both the S Pen Pro and the S Pen Fold Edition will have to be purchased separately. The S Pen Pro costs $99.99, while the S Pen Fold Edition will go for $44.99.
You can Pre-Order your next Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 and get $200 Samsung credit. Samsung also gives you one year of Samsung Care+ for free when you opt into a 3 year Samsung Care+ plan.
Roland Udvarlaki
Roland is a technology enthusiast and software engineer based in United Kingdom. He is also a content creator and writer, and is best known under the name “Techusiast”.
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