Should You Switch to the Galaxy Z Flip 7? We Weigh the Pros and Cons

Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip 7 arrived on 25 July 2025, and it just might be the most refined, slimmed-down Flip yet. In a world where foldables are finally becoming mainstream, this one wants to be the pocket-friendly flagship people can count on. 

We spent a while combing through user feedback, expert opinions, and hands-on impressions to get a full picture of what the Flip 7 brings to the table. It’s not all perfect, but it’s definitely interesting. Here’s what you should know before deciding if it’s for you.

A Slimmer Design That Turns Heads, But...

There’s no denying the Galaxy Z Flip 7 looks and feels sleeker than before. Folded, it slips into a pocket or small bag easily, and that alone will be a win for anyone tired of giant slab phones. At 13.7mm when closed and weighing 188g, it’s lighter and slightly thinner than its predecessor and its main competitor, the Motorola Razr 60 Ultra.

However, some users found the hinge a bit too stiff, making it harder to open one-handed. The recessed power button, doubling as a fingerprint sensor, also wasn’t the easiest to locate, especially compared to more prominent designs on rival devices. If you have any issues with hand mobility, this might be something to think about.

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The Cover Screen Looks Better, But...

The 4.1-inch OLED Cover Screen is a solid visual upgrade, stretching across the top half of the device. It’s clear, bright, and more appealing to glance at.

Here’s the thing, though: despite the new size and quality, Samsung’s software doesn’t let you do much with it. Many of the widgets still prompt you to "open phone to continue," which feels limiting for something that should reduce screen time. Some users ended up using it as a kind of "digital detox" tool because of these restrictions. That might work for some, but others may find it frustrating.

Main Display & User Experience

You're met with a 6.9-inch LTPO OLED screen at up to 120Hz refresh rate when you unfold the device. It’s smooth, sharp enough, and the crease is there, but not hugely distracting.

Brightness, though, is where the Flip 7 falls short. At a time when many flagships are pushing 3000+ nits, the Flip’s 2600-nit peak is passable but not standout. Outdoor use is fine, but not spectacular. That said, users did praise Samsung’s Vision Booster tech for helping maintain clarity and colour vibrance.

Performance-wise, the phone is responsive. Apps open fast, multitasking feels seamless, and there’s no real lag. However, this model uses Samsung’s in-house Exynos 2500 chip instead of Qualcomm’s newer Snapdragon 8 Elite. While that’s fine for most users, power users and gamers may feel the difference.

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The Galaxy Z Flip 7 sticks with a 50MP main sensor and a 12MP ultrawide. That’s the same as the Flip 6. You also get a 10MP front camera.

In use, photos are punchy and vibrant, typical of Samsung’s tuning. Night shots are decent, and the ProVisual Engine and AI filters can help tweak photos in the moment. But you won’t find a dedicated zoom lens, and digital zoom starts losing sharpness past 2x.

Selfie fans may enjoy using the rear cameras via the Cover Screen, but the limited functionality often forces you to open the device to get the shot you want.

Battery Life & Charging

Samsung finally bumped up the battery to 4,300mAh, which is the biggest in the Flip line so far. That sounds good on paper, and day-to-day usage did get people through the day with around 30% left, comparable to competitors.

But charging speed is where frustration creeps in. 25W wired charging is slow by 2025 standards. Half an hour gets you about 50%, and a full charge takes well over an hour. The phone also gets noticeably warm during charging, which some users flagged as uncomfortable.

Samsung’s commitment to seven years of Android updates is a huge plus. The new AI features, like Gemini Live, add some Google magic to the experience. You can get info by pointing your camera at an object or ask questions in real time.

Samsung’s Now Brief on the cover screen is also a handy touch, offering bite-sized summaries of your day, weather updates, and more. But again, the experience is only as good as the Cover Screen lets it be.

Samsung has also included Knox Vault for better on-device privacy and encrypted data, plus more user control over what’s stored on the cloud versus locally. That’s important given how much AI-driven data processing is happening on phones these days.

The Galaxy Z Flip 7 is undeniably cool. It’s compact, eye-catching, and practical in more ways than you’d expect. It offers reliable performance, decent cameras, and meaningful software longevity.

But it’s not the flawless foldable experience some hoped for. The Cover Screen, while beautiful, is still hindered by limited functionality.

The Exynos chip isn’t quite flagship-tier, and while the phone can last all day, its charging speed lags behind others in its price range.

Still, if you’re looking for a foldable that genuinely fits your life (and your pocket), the Flip 7 is one of the better options out there. Just go in knowing the trade-offs.

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