The 2025 Foldable Show-Down: Specs, AI Tricks & Pre-Order Freebies
(Unpacked, July 9 — available to buy July 25)
📊 Quick-Look Spec Sheet
| Galaxy Z Fold 7 | Galaxy Z Flip 7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Main display | 8-in Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 2184×1968, 1–120 Hz | 6.9-in Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120 Hz |
| Cover / Flex window | 6.5-in FHD+, 120 Hz | 4.1-in Super AMOLED FlexWindow, 120 Hz, 2,600 nits |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy (4 nm) (source) | Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy (3 nm) |
| RAM / Storage | 12 GB (256 / 512 GB) or 16 GB (1 TB) (source) | 12 GB (256 / 512 GB) |
| Cameras | 200 MP wide + 12 MP ultra-wide + 10 MP 3× tele | 50 MP wide + 12 MP ultra-wide; cover-screen selfie preview |
| Battery | 4,400 mAh (rated 4,272 mAh), 25 W charge | 4,300 mAh, “up to 31 hrs video” |
| Weight / Thickness | 215 g • 8.9 mm folded / 4.2 mm open (source) | 188 g • 13.7 mm folded |
| Software | One UI 8 on Android 16 with Galaxy AI | One UI 8 on Android 16 with Galaxy AI |
| MSRP (US) | $1,999 / £1,849 (256 GB) | $1,099 / £999 (256 GB); Flip 7 FE $899 |
🔍 Design & Displays
Fold 7 is essentially a tablet in your pocket: the wider 6.5-inch outer screen finally gets a friendlier 21:9 aspect ratio, while the 8-inch interior panel nudges brightness to a searing 2 600 nits for outdoor work or Netflix binges. The Flex-optimized Vision Booster keeps colours punchy even in Lagos noon sun.
Flip 7 doubles down on convenience: the new edge-to-edge FlexWindow is large enough to reply to WhatsApp, check Maps, or snap a high-res selfie without ever opening the phone. It inherits Vision Booster and the same 120 Hz smoothness as its big sibling.
📸 Cameras & AI Imaging
- Fold 7 debuts Samsung’s first 200 MP sensor in a foldable, backed by a ProVisual Engine that applies on-device generative edits, Night Video noise separation and 10-bit HDR for richer colour. phonearena.com
- Flip 7 upgrades to a 50 MP main shooter and now shows a live full-frame preview on FlexWindow—perfect for hands-free TikTok dances or tripod-less vlogs
Both phones ship with Galaxy AI features like real-time voice translation, Circle-to-Search powered by Gemini, and generative wallpaper tools.
💰 Pre-Order Deals You Can Grab Today
| Vendor | Fold 7 | Flip 7 |
|---|---|---|
| Samsung.com | Up to $1,150 trade-in + free storage upgrade (512 GB for 256 GB price) | Up to $500 trade-in + free storage boost; 7-year OS updates |
| Amazon US | Free $100 gift card + double storage on Flip 7 / Flip 7 FE | – |
| Major carriers (Verizon, T-Mobile, AT&T) | Up to $1,000 off on premium plans via trade-in credits | Similar promos likely; T-Mobile already teasing $0-down with Magenta-Max |
All pre-orders include a one-time Samsung Care+ discount and ship July 25.
Which Foldable Fits You?
| Choose Fold 7 if… | Choose Flip 7 if… |
|---|---|
| You crave an 8-inch canvas for multitasking, drawing or Dex desktop mode. | You want pocketability and the most stylish selfie machine around. |
| 200 MP pro-grade camera and 10-bit HDR video matter. | One-handed use, lighter weight and lower price trump specs. |
| You’re okay paying laptop-level money ($1,999) for a phone-tablet hybrid. | $1,099 is the sweet spot, or $899 for the Flip 7 FE entry tier. |
