Samsung has just launched the Galaxy Z Fold7 and Galaxy Z Flip7 at its Unpacked event (July 9), reinforcing its position as a pioneer in premium foldable phones. 2025 brings major advances in ultra-thin design and performance, along with deep integration of Google Gemini Live, which is expected to completely change how people interact with foldable devices.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 - Slim, Light Design, Outstanding Performance, and an Upgraded 200 MP Camera
The Galaxy Z Fold7 brings significant design improvements: it is just 8.9 mm thick when folded and 4.2 mm when open, and weighs only 215 g, close to a conventional smartphone like the S25 Ultra. The cover display is a 6.5-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel with a 21:9 aspect ratio, while the main display reaches 8 inches, 11% larger than on the previous model. The Armor Flex Hinge, combined with an Armor Aluminium frame and Ceramic 2 glass, improves durability while keeping the device thin and light.
The Z Fold7 is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy processor, with 12-16 GB of RAM, up to 1 TB of storage, and a 4,400 mAh battery that delivers up to 24 hours of continuous video playback. The standout camera system includes a 200 MP main camera with 3x optical zoom, a 12 MP ultra-wide lens, and a 10 MP selfie camera, along with computational photography features, 10‑bit HDR video, and the "Audio Eraser" noise-reduction technology. The software runs Android 16 with One UI 8, optimized for multitasking, and integrates Galaxy AI features such as Writing Assist, Transcript Assist, and Circle to Search while gaming.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 - Larger Cover Display, Stronger Battery, DeX Support
The Galaxy Z Flip7 delivers a notable upgrade with a 4.1-inch FlexWindow cover display (up from 3.4 inches last year), brightness of up to 2,600 nits, and support for interacting with Google Gemini Live even while the device is folded. The main display measures 6.9 inches, and the phone uses the Exynos 2500 chip and a 4,300 mAh battery (7% larger than the Flip6's), with 25W fast charging and wireless charging.
The Flip7 is the first in the series to include Samsung DeX, which turns the phone into a computer when connected to an external display, improving multitasking and presentation capabilities. The camera is not upgraded as heavily as the Fold7's, but it has improved thanks to AI that assists with portraits, lighting adjustments, and real-time filters.
Overview - Pricing and the Outlook for Foldable Phones
Both devices will open for pre-orders and go on sale officially from July 25, 2025 in many markets, with starting prices as follows: the Z Fold7 from 1.999 USD (~47.000.000 VNĐ), the Z Flip7 from 1.099 USD (~29.000.000 VNĐ), and the lower-priced Z Flip7 FE from 899 USD (~21.000.000 VNĐ). The high prices and lingering durability concerns remain a challenge for some buyers, but factors such as the slim, light folding design, AI integration, premium cameras, and versatility (like DeX and dual displays) highlight the potential for foldables to become mainstream in the near future. Specifically, the Z Fold7 could become an everyday choice thanks to its thinness, light weight, and strong performance, while the Z Flip7 offers a creative, portable, and multitasking-friendly experience at a more accessible price.
