Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, Color: Blue Shadow, Main Screen
Also known as	Samsung Galaxy Fold 7 (in certain European countries)
Brand	Samsung Galaxy
Manufacturer	Samsung Electronics
Type	Foldable smartphone
Series	Samsung Galaxy Z series
Family	Samsung Galaxy
First released	July 25, 2025;41 days ago (2025-07-25)
Predecessor	Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6
Related	Samsung Galaxy S25 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE
Compatible networks	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
Form factor	Foldable (book-style)
Colors	Jetblack, Blue Shadow, Silver Shadow, Mint
Dimensions	Unfolded: 158.4 × 143.2 × 4.2 mm Folded: 158.4 × 72.8 × 8.9 mm
Weight	215 g (7.58 oz)
Operating system	Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8
System-on-chip	Qualcomm SM8750-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
CPU	Octa-core (2x4.47 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix L + 6x3.53 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix M)
GPU	Adreno 830 (1200 MHz)
Memory	12GB, 16GB
Storage	256GB, 512GB, 1TB
SIM	Dual Nano-SIM + multiple eSIM (region dependent)
Battery	4,400 mAh dual battery
Charging	25W wired (50% in 30 min) 15W wireless 4.5W reverse wireless
Rear camera	200 MP, f/1.7, 24 mm (wide), 1/1.3", 0.6 μm, multi-directional PDAF, OIS 10 MP, f/2.4, 67 mm (telephoto), 1.0 μm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom 12 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1.4 μm, dual pixel PDAF LED flash, HDR, panorama 8K@30fps, 4K@60fps, 1080p@60/120/240fps (gyro-EIS), 720p@960fps (gyro-EIS), 10-bit HDR, HDR10+
Front camera	10 MP, f/2.2, 18 mm (ultrawide), 1.12 μm Cover camera: 10 MP, f/2.2, 24 mm (wide), 1.12 μm HDR 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS
Display	Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 2600 nits (peak), 8.0 inches, 204.2 cm2 (~90.0% screen-to-body ratio), 1968 x 2184 pixels (~368 ppi density)
External display	Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2 6.5 inches, 1080 x 2520 pixels, 422 ppi
Sound	Stereo speakers
Connectivity	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct Bluetooth 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS USB Type-C 3.2, OTG
Water resistance	IP48 (up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Website	Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (US) USB Type-C 3.2, OTG
References	[1]

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (stylized as Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7) is a foldable smartphone developed by Samsung Electronics. It was officially announced on July 9, 2025, at the Samsung Galaxy Unpacked event held in Brooklyn, New York City, United States, alongside the Galaxy Z Flip 7 and the Galaxy Watch 8 series. ^{[2] [3] [4]}

Features

Design and display

The Galaxy Z Fold 7 features updated dimensions and weight compared to its predecessor, the Galaxy Z Fold 6. When folded, it measures approximately 168.4 × 72.6 × 8.9 mm, and when unfolded, it measures 158.2 × 143 × 4.2 mm. The device weighs approximately 215 grams, making it the lightest and thinnest model in the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold line-up to date. These changes result from further refinements to the hinge and frame design, while maintaining the book-style folding format that defines the series. ^[5]

The Z Fold 7 features two Dynamic AMOLED 2X displays. The cover display measures 6.5 inches with a resolution of 2520 × 1080 pixels, and now adopts a 21:9 aspect ratio, offering a wider viewing experience compared to its predecessor. The main foldable display measures 8.0 inches with a resolution of 2184 × 1968 pixels and can reach up to 2,600 nits of brightness under specific conditions, such as when using Vision Booster in direct sunlight. ^{[6] [7]}

At launch, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 is available in three standard color options: Jet Black, Blue Shadow, and Silver Shadow. A fourth variant, Mint, is available exclusively through Samsung's online store. ^[8]

Galaxy Z Fold 7 color options

Name	Color	Notes
Jet Black
Blue
Silver Shadow
Mint		Available only from Samsung.com

Flex mode

Flex Mode is a feature available on the Galaxy Z Fold 7 that utilizes the device's foldable hinge mechanism to enable split-screen functionality when the device is partially folded, typically between 75 and 115 degrees.

In this configuration, supported applications display content on the upper half of the screen, while interactive controls appear on the lower half. For example, in apps such as YouTube, Samsung Notes, and video conferencing apps, users can view content or calls on the top screen while accessing playback tools, editing options, or a virtual touchpad below.

Flex Mode is intended to support multitasking by allowing simultaneous interaction with different parts of an application through the device's foldable form factor. ^[9]

Specifications

Hardware

The Galaxy Z Fold 7 is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, manufactured using a 3 nm process. Its octa-core CPU includes two high-performance Oryon V2 cores clocked at 4.47 GHz and six efficiency cores at 3.53 GHz. The chipset's GPU supports hardware-accelerated graphics and AI processing, which are utilized in tasks such as gaming and multitasking. ^{[5] [10] [11]}

Memory and storage

The Galaxy Z Fold 7 comes with 12 GB of LPDDR5X RAM on standard models, while the 1 TB variant includes 16 GB of RAM. Storage options include 256 GB, 512 GB, and 1 TB, utilizing UFS 4.0 technology. ^[12]

Battery

The Galaxy Z Fold 7 is powered by a dual 4,400 mAh battery—identified in regulatory filings as 4,272 mAh typical capacity—and supports 25 W wired charging, 15 W fast wireless charging, and 4.5 W reverse wireless charging. According to Samsung, the device can reach 50% charge in approximately 30 minutes using a compatible 25 W adapter. ^{[13] [14]}

Camera

Specification	Detail
Wide	200 MP, f/1.7, 24mm (wide), 1/1.3", 0.6μm, multi-directional PDAF, OIS
Telephoto	10 MP, f/2.4, 67mm (telephoto), 1.0μm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom
Ultrawide	12 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1.4μm, dual pixel PDAF
Features	LED flash, HDR, panorama
Video recording	8K@30fps, 4K@60fps, 1080p@60/120/240fps (gyro-EIS), 720p@960fps (gyro-EIS), 10-bit HDR, HDR10+

The Galaxy Z Fold 7 features a triple rear camera system, comprising a 200 MP wide-angle sensor, a 12 MP ultra-wide lens, and a 10 MP telephoto lens with 3× optical zoom. For selfies and video calls, it includes a 10 MP cover-camera and a 10 MP hole punch camera on the main display. ^{[15] [16]}

Image processing is handled by Samsung's ProVisual Engine, an image signal processor (ISP) that supports always-on 10-bit HDR+ color, applies noise reduction, and enables video capture in low-light conditions. It also performs motion detection and scene analysis to automatically adjust camera settings based on subject and lighting. ^{[17] [18]}

Software

The Galaxy Z Fold 7 ship with Android 16 and One UI 8. Alongside the Galaxy Z Flip 7, it is promised to get up to seven years of operating system and security updates, which is a policy first introduced with the Galaxy S24 series, ^[19] making it the second Galaxy Z series phone to do so after the Galaxy Z6 series. Support will end on October 12, 2032.

Galaxy AI

The Galaxy Z Fold 7 supports a range of Galaxy AI features optimized for its foldable form factor, including Generative Edit, which allows users to remove or move objects by tapping and holding on them. This feature utilizes the 8.0 in (200 mm) main display and Flex Mode to support image editing with a larger viewing area and layout flexibility when the device is unfolded.

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