Capacity Beyond Thick and Almost Perfect | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 Review

Samsung continues to dominate the foldable market, and the Galaxy Z Fold 7 is proof of how far the technology has come. Six generations of refinement have turned Samsung’s flagship foldable into a nearly perfect mix of productivity, creativity, and everyday usability. But does it finally overcome the trade-offs that come with foldable phones? Let’s take a closer look.

✨ Design & Build Quality

The Galaxy Z Fold 7 looks familiar, but subtle improvements make it feel more premium and practical. It’s slimmer than before, with a sturdier hinge that allows smoother folding and better resistance to dust. At 13.5 mm when folded, it’s still thicker than a regular flagship, but for a foldable, the refinement is impressive.

Samsung also kept durability in focus with an IPX8 water resistance rating, Gorilla Glass Victus 2, and stronger Ultra Thin Glass on the main display. Six months of daily folding? No problem—the Z Fold 7 feels built to last.

📱 Displays

6.3-inch cover display – narrower but easier to use one-handed.
7.6-inch main foldable screen – brighter, sharper, and more immersive than ever.

Both panels use Dynamic AMOLED 2X with 120Hz refresh rate, and the main display now reaches up to 2,600 nits of brightness, making outdoor use far better than on older models.

⚡ Performance

Powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 for Galaxy, performance is smooth across gaming, multitasking, and productivity apps. Combined with up to 16GB RAM and 1TB storage, the Z Fold 7 feels like a mini PC in your pocket.

Samsung’s optimized multitasking software shines here—drag-and-drop across apps, improved taskbar, and better S Pen support make the Fold 7 ideal for creators and professionals.

📸 Camera Setup

Samsung didn’t overhaul the camera system, but refinements make a difference:

50MP main sensor – sharp and reliable in all lighting.
12MP ultrawide – versatile for landscapes and group shots.
10MP 3x telephoto – solid zoom performance.
Under-display front camera – improved but still not on par with regular punch-hole shooters.

While not Galaxy S Ultra level, the Z Fold 7 delivers consistent results and remains one of the best foldable camera systems available.

🔋 Battery Life

The 4,800mAh battery offers a full day of heavy use, slightly better than the Fold 6 thanks to efficiency gains. Fast charging is capped at 45W wired and 15W wireless, which feels behind compared to Chinese competitors offering 100W+. Still, the endurance is strong for a foldable.

✅ Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is the closest Samsung has come to a perfect foldable. It delivers:

✅ Slimmer, stronger design
✅ Brighter and smoother displays
✅ Flagship-level performance
✅ Great productivity features

But there are still trade-offs:

❌ Thick compared to slab phones
❌ Camera not Ultra-class
❌ Charging speeds feel dated

For power users, professionals, and tech enthusiasts, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 remains the benchmark foldable phone—a device that’s “beyond thick and almost perfect.