Samsung’s latest, and arguably the greatest foldables are now officially available in the US. That means if you’ve been eyeing one of the new foldables, but didn’t commit during the pre-order period, you now have a wealth of extra information, like in-depth phone reviews, to base your purchase upon.
As a trade-off of not buying sight unseen, you’ve essentially missed out on a free 512GB upgrade, but there are still decent trade-in promotions that you can take advantage of.
As a quick refresher, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 are expected to hit record sales numbers, with analysts already estimating that the new foldables will break the pre-order record (for Korea) that was previously set by the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Z Flip 5.
That can mostly be attributed to the two foldables’ significantly improved designs.
Z Fold 7: Starts at $2,000
The Z Fold 7, for reference, finally boasts a thin 8.9 mm look when folded, paired with 4.2 mm when unfolded. This is down from 12.1 mm and 5.6 mm, respectively, when compared to the Z Fold 6.
The inner display also boasts a bigger 8-inch screen, with the crease at its center now a lot less obvious, paired with iterative upgrades like a newer chip, lighter weight, and a 200MP rear main shooter that’s better than its predecessor’s on paper.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
- RAM
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12GB
- Storage
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256GB
- Battery
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4,400mAh
- Operating System
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One UI 8
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is the thinnest and lightest in the series to date, integrating a powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy processor for enhanced AI capabilities and a 200MP pro-grade camera. Built for enhanced durability with an Armor FlexHinge and Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2, the device features a wider 6.5-inch cover screen and unfolds into an expansive 8.0-inch main display for immersive viewing and productivity.
- Cellular connectivity
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5G, LTE
- Wi-Fi connectivity
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Wi-Fi 7
- Bluetooth
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Bluetooth 5.4
- Weight
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215g
- IP Rating
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IP48
Z Flip 7: Starts at $1,100
The Z Flip 7, on the other hand, finally boasts a Moto Razr Plus-like edge-to-edge cover display, making the clamshell foldable a lot more functional. The cover display is now a 4.1-inch one, while the inner boasts a 6.9-inch screen (both up from 3.4-inches and 6.7-inches, respectively).
In addition to the size bump, the cover screen is smoother with a 120Hz refresh rate, with a bigger 4,300mAh battery taking on the burden of all the extra bells and whistles. Iterative upgrades include a move to the 3nm Exynos 2500 chipset and support for Bluetooth 5.4.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7
- RAM
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12GB
- Storage
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5256GB/12GB
- Battery
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4300mAh
- Operating System
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Android 16 with One UI 8
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 is a compact, pocket-sized AI phone featuring the largest-ever 4.1-inch, edge-to-edge FlexWindow and the slimmest design in the series yet. It packs a flagship-level 50MP camera and the largest battery ever in a Galaxy Z Flip, delivering powerful performance and enhanced AI functionality directly from the cover screen.
If you place your order via Samsung today, you can expect to receive your device roughly around the end of the month. Samsung is offering up to $1,000 in trade-in value for Z Fold 7 buyers, and up to $600 for the Z Flip 7.
Elsewhere, the devices are also available to pick up at your local retailer and through all major carriers, including Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile.
