Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 review

Design

The Samsung Galaxy Flip7 has landed with an iconic clamshell design that feels cohesive, sleek and instantly immersive. If you’re upgrading from the Z Flip6, you’ll see an immediate, considerable difference; the Z Flip7’s cover screen slim bezel and 4.1-inch screen is a huge upgrade from the 6’s 3.4-inches. Folded, the cover screen is a compact, display-filled square, perfect for slipping into even the smallest bag or pocket. Once unfolded, its seamless front panel and tiny bezels mean the handset only becomes more elegant.

Samsung have streamlined the colourways on offer too, echoing that sleek, refined feel that the Flip7 offers. Available in Jetblack, Coralred and Blue Shadow, the matte finish across all colour options keeps fingerprints at bay, while giving the phone a satin-like texture that’s as satisfying to hold as it is to look at.

Durability

Long-time flip phone fans will know the worry of accidental breakages across older, classic designs, or creaky hinges making opening and closing the phone a chore. While it doesn’t feature the ultra-rugged glass protection of some of Samsung’s flagships, the artistry behind the hinge is genuinely impressive, allowing for a super-thin design that doesn’t compromise on durability. The Armor FlexHinge has been built in next generation Armor Aluminium, and allows for thousands of folds and unfolds without fear of damaging your handset.

All the more impressive given that ultra-thin design, the Galaxy Flip7 carries an IP48 rating, offering protection against splashes and limited dust ingress. It won’t survive a plunge in the pool, but it’s built to handle everyday mishaps like answering texts in light rain or brushing off a few stray crumbs at the café.

Display

Let’s go into the main draw for flip phone fans; the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 is Samsung’s thinnest flip so far, and features the slimmest bezel yet. Both the cover and main screens on the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 are nothing short of impressive, with a refined, sleek feel that seems to take the flip phone experience up a notch.

Snap the phone shut, and the 4.1-inch Super AMOLED cover screen is truly impressive; bright, crisp, and versatile for quick replies, navigation, and checking notifications on the go. Samsung have extended the display here to fill almost the entire cover screen, giving the handset a refined, glossy feel that instantly comes to life. Sitting in the bottom right corner, the camera bar is muted too, giving the illusion of even more space to play with.

Unfolded, this phone delivers an immersive viewing experience that feels bigger than the cover screen would suggest; the 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X front screen offers vivid colour, dark blacks, and a 120Hz refresh rate that brings the screen to life with rich clarity and responsiveness. The thin bezels and a tall aspect ratio make the most of the already large screen, and unless you specifically search for it, the crease is practically invisible.

Performance

With Samsung’s upgraded Exynos 2500 processor powering your apps, cameras and tasks, this flip phone doesn’t just look premium, it acts the part, too. Paired with 12GB of RAM and 512GB of storage – more than enough for day-to-day users to store photos, apps and videos - actions are carried out quickly and seamlessly, with screens loading instantly on both the cover and main displays.

Whether you’re bouncing between multiple screens or simply scrolling through your social feeds, tasks run smoothly and cleanly. The Flip7 cleverly adapts to its unique form factor with Flex Mode, splitting the screen intuitively when partially folded which is ideal for video calls, hands-free selfies, or note-taking.

Software

The Galaxy Z Flip 7 runs using Android 16, and is layered with Samsung’s latest One UI 8, making personalisation a priority. It’s a clean, intuitive experience that balances power with polish - effortlessly reaching the high bar we’ve come to expect from Samsung. The software takes full advantage of the phone’s unique design, with features like App Continuity and Flex Mode working seamlessly to shift content between screens or cleverly split the interface when partially folded.

The smart suggestions and AI-driven features are impressive too, without ever feeling intrusive. Generative AI builds on your app usage, habits, contacts and calendar to give you an experience that genuinely feels like it’s built for you. Automatically adjusting screen layout based on your usage habits or surfacing the apps and settings you actually need; Samsung is refining the experience rather than overcomplicating it.

There’s thoughtful attention to detail throughout, helping to bring the Z Flip 7 into its own; rather than giving us a traditional smartphone that just happens to sit within a clamshell design, this is a handset that’s been intentionally designed to shine in its own right. While Samsung’s preloaded apps are still part of the package, most can be removed or hidden, letting you shape the interface to suit your style.

With four years of OS updates and five years of security patches promised, the Flip7’s software is built not just for now, but for the long haul. This is a premium foldable that’s designed to go the distance.

Security has also seen a boost this generation. The side-mounted fingerprint sensor is as fast and reliable as ever, while Samsung’s Knox platform continues to provide robust protection behind the scenes. With Face Unlock also available, this handset gets the job done with minimal fuss, and in a device designed to flip open in an instant, the practicality counts.

Battery

On paper, the Galaxy Z Flip7’s 4,300mAh battery might not seem like a showstopper, especially when stacked against some of its flagship rivals – Samsung’s own S25 Ultra boasts a 5,000mAh battery. But don’t let the numbers fool you; Samsung have mastered efficiency. Thanks to the finely tuned Exynos 2500 chip and intelligent power management in Android 16, the Z Flip7 can comfortably get through a full day of regular use.

The charging speeds also hold their own, and the Flip7’s fast charging support means you won’t be tethered to the wall for long. The slimmer battery has another upside, too; the handset weighs in at just 183g, making it one of the lightest devices in its class.

Cameras

Delivering a refined dual-camera setup with intelligent performance enhancements, the Z Flip7 lives up to Samsung’s excellent camera expectations. At its core is a sharp 50MP wide lens and a 12MP ultra-wide camera, designed to work seamlessly together for beautifully detailed shots. The 10MP front camera is powered by Samsung’s upgraded AI suite, ensuring selfies remain vibrant and flattering in any light.

Enhanced by Samsung’s ProVisual Engine and Scene Optimizer, the camera system intelligently adjusts to your environment in real time, automatically refining exposure, contrast, and colour depth. Low-light photography is more impressive than ever, with AI-powered Nightography mode preserving clarity and colour even when the lighting isn’t on your side.

While the Flip7 doesn’t feature a telephoto lens, its smart cropping tools and Super Resolution Zoom allow for surprisingly intricate digital zoom, especially when paired with AI-integrated image sharpening. Thanks to FlexCam mode, you can prop the phone open at almost any angle to shoot hands-free, making group shots and long-exposure captures simple and shake-free. Samsung wraps all of this in a sleek, foldable form factor that keeps the camera bump minimal, yet still makes a statement. It's the perfect blend of compact beauty and flagship camera capability.

Summary

From smarter cameras to the stunning One UI 8 interface, this is a flip phone with a serious amount of power on offer. Explore our roundup of the best foldable phones available in 2025 to find your next model.

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