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Our takeEditorialThe Flip7 improves on every metric the Flip6 fell short on - larger screen, bigger battery, newer chip - at a price that still demands confidence in the form factor.
Blue Shadow, Jet Black, Coral Red, Mint
Samsung
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7
7.5/10 UpPhone score
The Flip7 grows the main display, steps up to Exynos 2500, and pushes 4300 mAh into the clamshell formula.
Storage
Screen
6.9"
Chip
Exynos 2500 S5E9955 (3 nm)
Camera
50 MP
The verdict, & two little voices
Should you actually get the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7?
The editor weighs in — flanked by the optimist on her shoulder and the cynic on the other.
“6.9 inches unfolded, 4300 mAh, Exynos 2500, mmWave 5G - the most complete clamshell Samsung has shipped.”
“IP48, no telephoto, 25W charging for $1,099 - the Flip7 folds in half but the value case does not.”
Our take
The Flip7 grows the main display, steps up to Exynos 2500, and pushes 4300 mAh into the clamshell formula.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 is Samsung's 2025 clamshell foldable, a meaningful step forward from the Flip6 in several ways. The main display grows from 6.7 inches to 6.9 inches with a slightly higher aspect ratio. Battery capacity increases from 4000 mAh to 4300 mAh. The processor moves to the Exynos 2500 (3 nm), Samsung's own chip, which brings improved power efficiency alongside competitive performance. The main camera upgrades from 50 MP to a 50 MP with refined optics, and the cover display continues to handle widgets and quick interactions.
At $1,099.99 from AT&T with installments running about $30.55 per month, the Flip7 is priced at the high end for a phone that is still, fundamentally, a clamshell with compromises. Sub6 and mmWave 5G are present. Android 16 ships out of the box with Samsung's seven-year update commitment. IP48 replaces the IPX8 of the Flip5 - a lateral step in water protection with limited dust coverage. The Flip7 is available at AT&T, Boost, Google Fi, T-Mobile, and Verizon, which is broader carrier coverage than earlier Flip models had.
What we love
- 6.9-inch main display is the largest in the Flip series to date
- 4300 mAh battery is the largest capacity in any Samsung clamshell
- Exynos 2500 (3 nm) is efficient and fast for everyday workloads
- mmWave + Sub6 5G
- Android 16 with seven-year update commitment
- Broad carrier availability across five networks
- 50 MP main camera with improved optics
What we don't
- IP48 provides limited dust protection - weaker than IP67 or IP68
- $1,099.99 is full premium pricing for a clamshell with camera limitations
- Exynos 2500 trails Snapdragon 8 Elite in sustained performance tasks
- No telephoto camera
- 25W wired charging is slow at this price tier
- Foldable crease still visible under direct lighting
Full specifications
Display
Size6.9"
TypeFoldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution1080 x 2520 px
PPI397
Performance
ChipExynos 2500 S5E9955 (3 nm)
RAM12 GB
Storage256 GB
OSAndroid 16
Camera
Rear camera50 MP
Rear camera 212 MP
Front camera10 MP
VideoYes
Battery
Wireless charging15 W wireless
Design
Dimensions166.7 x 75.2 x 6.5 mm
Weight188
ColorsBlue Shadow, Jet Black, Coral Red, Mint
Form factorFlip
Connectivity
Wi-FiWi-Fi 7
BluetoothBluetooth 5.4
NFCYes
USBUSB 3.2 (5 Gbps)
Networks5G: 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66, 71, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - International | 4G: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 - International | 3G: HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | 2G: GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
SIMNano-SIM + eSIM
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 on individual carriers
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30 GB
36-mo term
$15.99/mo
total $40.99 over term
Unlimited
36-mo term
$30.55/mo
total $60.55 over term
Unlimited
36-mo term
$30.55/mo
total $70.55 over term
Unlimited
36-mo term
$33.88/mo
total $78.88 over term
30 GB
24-mo term
$45.83/mo
total $80.83 over term
Frequently asked questions about the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7
What kind of display does the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 have?
The Z Flip7's main display is a 6.9-inch Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X at 1080 x 2520 px with 120 Hz refresh rate and 2600 nit peak brightness. The larger panel area compared to the Flip6 is noticeable when watching video or reading. The LTPO architecture allows variable refresh rates for power efficiency on static content. The foldable crease running across the center is tangible under direct touch and visible under raking light. The cover display handles widgets, camera, and notification management without opening the phone.
What kind of camera does the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 have?
The 50 MP main camera and 12 MP ultrawide form the rear camera system. The 50 MP sensor handles daylight shots with good detail and benefits from Samsung's multi-frame processing for low-light captures. There is no telephoto - a consistent limitation of the clamshell form factor where the thin chassis limits camera stack height. Flex Mode allows the phone to fold at 90 degrees for hands-free video calls and stable shooting without a tripod. Front camera is a 10 MP shooter on the cover display. Galaxy AI editing tools including Generative Edit and Object Eraser are present in the gallery.
What is the battery life of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7?
4300 mAh is the largest battery Samsung has shipped in a Z Flip model. Combined with the Exynos 2500's improved power efficiency, real-world endurance should outpace the Flip6 meaningfully on typical use days. 25W wired charging is still relatively slow at this price point - a full charge takes over an hour. Wireless charging at 15W handles overnight top-ups. Reverse wireless at 4W charges accessories. The battery improvement is the most practical daily life gain in the Flip7 over its predecessor.
What processor does the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 use?
The Exynos 2500 S5E9955 (3 nm) is Samsung's 2025 flagship chip used in the Z Flip7. It delivers competitive performance for all everyday workloads and improved power efficiency over the prior Exynos generation. In direct CPU benchmark comparisons it trails the Snapdragon 8 Elite, but the gap is not significant for typical phone tasks. The 12 GB LPDDR5 RAM handles multitasking well. Galaxy AI inference runs on-device without needing cloud connectivity.
How much storage does the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 have?
256 GB UFS 3.1 internal storage is the base configuration. No microSD expansion slot. 256 GB is standard for a primary clamshell foldable.
What kind of speakers does the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 have?
Stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos are present. The clamshell form factor limits the acoustic chamber volume compared to a slab phone, but the Flip7's audio is adequate for media and calls. Earpiece and bottom-firing woofer provide stereo separation.
Does the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 support fingerprint or face unlock?
The side-mounted fingerprint sensor in the power button handles primary authentication quickly and reliably. Face unlock via the cover screen is available as a supplement. Samsung Pay integrates with both biometric methods. The side-mounted sensor placement is well-suited to the clamshell grip pattern.
Is the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 water-resistant?
IP48 provides splash and limited immersion protection. The '4' rating means protection against solid objects larger than 1 mm but not fine dust. The '8' covers 1.5 m fresh water submersion for 30 minutes. This is adequate for rain and accidental splashes, but less robust than the IP67 or IP68 found on slab flagships. The foldable hinge adds additional ingress risk that IP ratings do not fully account for.
