Engineering:Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3

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Short description: 2021 foldable smartphone by Samsung Electronics
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G
Two Galaxy Z Flip 3 units, folded, in Lavender and Cream colors
CodenameProject B2
BrandSamsung
ManufacturerSamsung Electronics
SeriesGalaxy Z
ModelSM-F711B
SCG12 (Japan; au)
SC-54B (Japan; NTT Docomo)
Compatible networks2G, 3G, 4G, 4G LTE, 5G
First releasedAugust 11, 2021; 4 years ago (2021-08-11)
Availability by regionAugust 27, 2021; 4 years ago (2021-08-27)
DiscontinuedAugust 10, 2022; 3 years ago (2022-08-10)
PredecessorSamsung Galaxy Z Flip
SuccessorSamsung Galaxy Z Flip 4
RelatedSamsung Galaxy S21
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3
TypeFoldable smartphone
Form factorFoldable slate
DimensionsUnfolded: 166 mm (6.5 in) H
72.2 mm (2.84 in) W
6.9 mm (0.27 in) D
Folded: 86.4 mm (3.40 in) H
72.2 mm (2.84 in) W
15.9–17.1 mm (0.63–0.67 in) D
Mass183 g (6.5 oz)
Operating systemOriginal: Android 11 with One UI 3.1.1
Current: Android 15 with One UI 7
System on chipQualcomm Snapdragon 888
CPUOcta-core (1x2.84 GHz, 3x2.40 GHz and 4x1.80 GHz) Kryo 680
GPUAdreno 660
Memory8 GB LPDDR5 RAM
Storage128 or 256 GB UFS 3.1
Removable storagenon-expandable
Battery3300 mAh
Data inputs
DisplayDynamic AMOLED 2X, HDR10+, 1080 × 2640, 6.7 in (17 cm), 22:9 aspect ratio, 426 ppi, HDR10+, 120 Hz refresh rate
External displaySuper AMOLED, 260 × 512, 1.9 in (4.8 cm), ~2:1 aspect ratio, 302 ppi
Rear camera12 MP, f/1.8, 27mm, 1/2.55", 1.4μm (wide) + 12 MP, f/2.2, 12mm, 1.12μm (ultrawide), Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS, LED flash, HDR10+, panorama, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@60/240fps, 720p@960fps
Front camera10 MP, f/2.4, 26mm, 1.22μm, PDAF, HDR, 4K@30fps
SoundDolby Atmos stereo speakers
ConnectivityBluetooth 5.1 Wi-Fi a/b/g/n/ac/6
OtherPhysical sound volume keys
USB-C 2.0
Website"SM-F711UZKFXAA | Galaxy Z Flip3 5G 256GB (Unlocked) | Samsung Business US". https://www.samsung.com/us/business/mobile/phones/galaxy-z/galaxy-z-flip3-5g-256gb-unlocked-sm-f711uzkfxaa/. 

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 (stylized as Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3, sold as Samsung Galaxy Flip 3 in certain territories[1]) is a foldable smartphone that is part of the Samsung Galaxy Z series. It was revealed by Samsung Electronics on August 11, 2021 at the Galaxy Unpacked event alongside the Z Fold 3. It is the successor to the original Z Flip as part of the company's series of clamshell style phones with flexible displays, although it is branded as the Flip 3 to align with the branding of the accompanying Fold model.[2][3]

The Galaxy Z Flip 3 was succeeded by the Galaxy Z Flip 4 in 2022.

Specifications

Design

The Z Flip 3 uses the same clamshell design as the first Z Flip with an aluminum frame, it has a 6.7-inch display protected by ultra-thin glass made by Samsung that can be folded into a space of 4.2-in. Once it is folded, the Samsung logo shows up by the center of the hinge. This logo design and placement is identical to its previous model, the Galaxy Z Flip.[4] It also adopts 1.9-inch cover screen, which is a most notable change from 1.1-inches in the previous model. This change in cover screen enables users to download widgets such as Music, Weather, Alarm, Timer, Voice recorder, Today's schedule, Samsung Health, and Bluetooth.

The Galaxy Z Flip 3 is available in four colors: Cream, Phantom Black, Green, and Lavender.

There are also colors exclusive to the Bespoke Edition: Grey, White, Pink, Blue, and Yellow.[5] This edition is a collaboration with Samsung's Bespoke refrigerator that enables customers to freely customize the colors of the fridge doors.[6] Following the same concept, The Galaxy Z Flip 3 Bespoke Edition also provides color customizing services. Customers get to mix and match the five colors for the top and bottom part of the phone. Unlike the official edition, in which the color of hinge changes based on the color of the phone, the color of hinge from the Bespoke edition is limited to silver and black.[7]

Hardware

The Z Flip 3 features a 6.7-in 22:9 AMOLED display with support for 120 Hz refresh rate and also features support for HDR10+.[8] The screen features a hole punch camera cutout for the front facing camera. The back of the phone has a small 1.9-in cover screen, an improvement in size over the 1.1-in cover screen on the original Z Flip, which can be used to display the time, date and battery status, interact with notifications, answer phone calls and act as a viewfinder. The phone is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, with 8 GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 128 or 256 GB options of non-expandable UFS 3.1 storage. The Z Flip 3 features the same 3300 mAh dual battery that can fast charge using USB-C at up to 15 W or wirelessly via Qi at up to 10 W. The power button is embedded in the frame and doubles as the fingerprint sensor as well as a method to bring down the notification panel and launch Samsung Pay, with the volume rocker located above. The phone features three cameras, with dual rear cameras, a 12MP wide-angle camera and a 12 MP ultra-wide camera to go along with a 10 MP front camera.[9] The Z Flip 3 introduces an IPX8 water-resistant rating, which Samsung claims can survive being submerged 5 feet of water for up to 30 minutes.

Software

The Galaxy Z Flip 3 was released with Android 11 and Samsung's custom One UI 3.1.1 software overlay. The first OS upgrade, Android 12 with One UI 4, was released in December 2021.[10] On February 9, 2022 at the Galaxy Unpacked event unveiling the Galaxy S22 series, this phone alongside a selection of other Samsung Galaxy devices, was announced to receive four generations of Android software update support. In addition, it will also receive five years of security updates, ending in October 2026.[11] One UI 5.1 based on Android 13 followed for the Z Flip 3 on April 7, 2023, and later One UI 6.1 based on Android 14 on May 2, 2024.[12][13] And finally on May 2, 2025, it received One UI 7 based on Android 15, making it the last major OS update for the Z Flip 3 and thus the last version available for the device.[14]

Critical reception

The Galaxy Z Flip 3 earned 83/100 from the tech reviewing site Techspot Metascore. Techspot also published 9.2/10.0 for the product's user score.[15] According to Techspot, reviewers gave positive comments on pricing of the phone, water resistance, 1.9-inch cover screen with widgets, and high quality main screen. They also left positive reviews on the design and color of the product. On the other hand, reviewers left negative comments on the quality of the camera, thickness of the phone when folded, and relatively small battery. They also questioned long-term screen durability and potential 'crease' issues.[15] Crease issue concerned many of the users because it was the biggest downside of a flip phone.[16] According to Segan from PCMag, having a foldable phone is very innovative, but seeing crease is not appealing. The tech website Expertreviews commented that the foldable phone market finally got a foldable phone that is worth buying. They gave 5/5 score to the device.[17]

Negative viewpoints criticizes that they do not find the need of getting a foldable phone. Alex Perry of Mashable says that the Galaxy Z Flip 3 may be the best foldable phone in the market, but, regardless of its quality, "cannot for the life of me imagine buying one."[18]

  • Galaxy Z Flip3 folded
    Galaxy Z Flip3 folded
  • Front while approximately half unfolded
    Front while approximately half unfolded
  • Front and rear while fully unfolded
    Front and rear while fully unfolded

References

  1. ↑ Mishra, Abhijeet (2022-03-29). "Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Z Flip 3 rebranded in some Baltic countries" (in en-US). https://www.sammobile.com/news/galaxy-z-fold-3-galaxy-z-flip-3-rebranded-in-some-baltic-countries/. 
  2. ↑ Clark, Mitchell (2021-08-11). "The 5 biggest announcements from Samsung's August Unpacked event" (in en). https://www.theverge.com/2021/8/11/22617405/samsung-galaxy-unpacked-biggest-announcements-z-flip-z-fold-3-watch-buds-note. 
  3. ↑ "Galaxy Z Fold 3, Z Flip 3 edge foldables closer to mainstream". 2021-08-11. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/galaxy-z-fold-3-z-flip-3-edge-foldables-closer-to-mainstream/. 
  4. ↑ "Samsung Z Flip 3 Vs Z Flip: What's The Difference?" (in en-GB). https://www.samsung.com/uk/mobile-phone-buying-guide/samsung-z-flip-3-vs-z-flip/. 
  5. ↑ "Customize your Galaxy Z Flip3 Bespoke Edition | Samsung US" (in en). Samsung. https://www.samsung.com/us/smartphones/galaxy-z-flip3-5g-bespoke/. 
  6. ↑ "Morning Blue Glass Top Panels and White Glass Middle and Bottom Panels Bespoke 4-Door French Door Counter Depth Smart Refrigerator (23 cu. ft.) with Beverage Center (with Customizable Door Panel Colors) - RF23BB86004MAA | Samsung US" (in en-US). https://www.samsung.com/us/home-appliances/refrigerators/bespoke/bespoke-4-door-french-door-refrigerator-23-cu-ft-with-beverage-center-in-morning-blue-glass-top-panels-and-white-glass-middle-and-bottom-panels-rf23bb86004maa/. 
  7. ↑ "Buy Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 Bespoke Edition" (in en-GB). https://www.samsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-z-flip3-5g/bespoke-edition/buy/. 
  8. ↑ "Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3, Galaxy Z Flip 3 Get New Colour Options in India" (in en). 19 October 2021. https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/news/samsung-galaxy-z-fold-flip-3-new-colour-option-unveiled-phantom-silver-lavender-price-in-india-rs-149999-84999-specifications-2580285. 
  9. ↑ "galaxy Z Flip 3 5g Specs". 2021-10-08. https://www.samsung.com/global/galaxy/galaxy-z-flip3-5g/specs/. 
  10. ↑ "Stable One UI 4 update for Galaxy Z Fold3 and Z Flip3 resumed". GSMArena. December 17, 2021. https://www.gsmarena.com/stable_one_ui_4_release_for_galaxy_z_fold3_and_z_flip3_resumed-news-52331.php. Retrieved January 28, 2022. 
  11. ↑ "Samsung Sets the New Standard With Four Generations of OS Upgrades To Ensure the Most Up-to-Date and More Secure Galaxy Experience". Samsung. February 10, 2022. https://news.samsung.com/global/samsung-sets-the-new-standard-with-four-generations-of-os-upgrades-to-ensure-the-most-up-to-date-and-more-secure-galaxy-experience. Retrieved September 22, 2023. 
  12. ↑ "Samsung One UI 5.1 Comes to Current Galaxy Devices Alongside Newly Announced Galaxy S23 Series". GSMArena. February 15, 2023. https://news.samsung.com/us/samsung-one-ui-5-1-current-devices-newly-announced-galaxy-s23-series/. Retrieved January 13, 2025. 
  13. ↑ "One UI 6.1 update rolling out to the Galaxy Z Flip 3 as well". SamMobile. May 2, 2024. https://www.sammobile.com/news/one-ui-6-1-update-rolling-out-to-galaxy-z-flip-3/. Retrieved January 17, 2025. 
  14. ↑ "Galaxy Z Flip 3 One UI 7 update out in the USA". SamMobile. May 2, 2025. https://www.sammobile.com/news/samsung-galaxy-z-flip-3-one-ui-7-android-15-usa/. Retrieved September 18, 2025. 
  15. ↑ 15.0 15.1 "Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3" (in en-US). http://www.techspot.com/products/smartphones/samsung-galaxy-z-flip-3.241707/. 
  16. ↑ "Samsung Galaxy Z Flip Review" (in en). 19 February 2020. https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/samsung-galaxy-z-flip. 
  17. ↑ "Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G review: Finally, a foldable worth buying" (in en). December 2021. https://www.expertreviews.co.uk/go/1414236. 
  18. ↑ Perry, Alex (2021-09-08). "Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip 3 is not the future of phones" (in en). https://mashable.com/review/samsung-galaxy-z-flip-3. 

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