Engineering:Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7

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Short description: 2025 foldable smartphone by Samsung Electronics
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 in Blue Shadow showing the main screen
BrandSamsung
ManufacturerSamsung Electronics
SeriesGalaxy Z
ModelSM-F966
Compatible networks2G / 3G / 4G / 5G
First releasedJuly 9, 2025; 11 months ago (2025-07-09)
Availability by regionJuly 25, 2025; 10 months ago (2025-07-25)
PredecessorSamsung Galaxy Z Fold 6
RelatedSamsung Galaxy S25
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
TypeFoldable smartphone
Form factorFoldable (book-style)
DimensionsFolded: 158.4 mm (6.24 in) H
72.8 mm (2.87 in) W
8.9 mm (0.35 in) D
Unfolded: 158.4 mm (6.24 in) H
143.2 mm (5.64 in) W
4.2 mm (0.17 in) D
Mass215 g (7.58 oz)
Operating systemOriginal: Android 16 with One UI 8
up to 7 major Android upgrades
System on chipQualcomm SM8750-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x4.47 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix L + 6x3.53 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix M)
GPUAdreno 830 (1200 MHz)
Memory12GB, 16GB
Storage256GB, 512GB, 1TB
Battery4,400 mAh dual battery
Charging25W wired (50% in 30 min)
15W wireless
4.5W reverse wireless
DisplayFoldable 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, 1.11:1 aspect ratio, ~368 ppi
External displayDynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2 6.5 inches, 1080 x 2520 pixels, 21:9 aspect ratio, 422 ppi
Rear camera200 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 camera10 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
SoundStereo speakers
ConnectivityWi-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
WebsiteSamsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (US)
References[1]

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (stylized as Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7) is an Android-based foldable smartphone manufactured, developed and marketed by Samsung Electronics. It was officially announced on July 9, 2025, at the Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked event held in Brooklyn, New York City, United States, alongside the Galaxy Z Flip 7 (and its FE model) and the Galaxy Watch 8 series.[2][3][4]

Design

The Galaxy Z Fold 7 features updated dimensions and weight compared to its predecessor, the Galaxy Z Fold 6. When folded, it measures approximately 158.4 × 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]

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.[6]

Model Galaxy Z Fold 7
Base colors
  • Jet Black
  • Blue
  • Silver Shadow
Online exclusive color
  • Mint

Specifications

Display

The Z Fold 7 features two Dynamic AMOLED 2X displays. The cover display measures 6.5 inches and has a resolution of 2520 × 1080 pixels, now adopting a 21:9 aspect ratio, offering a wider viewing experience than its predecessor. The main foldable display measures 8.0 inches and has 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.[7][8]

Feature Galaxy Z Fold 7
Main display size 8.0 inches (203.1 mm)
Cover display size 6.5 inches (164.8 mm)
Main display Dynamic AMOLED 2X Infinity Flex & O Display
Cover display Dynamic AMOLED 2X Infinity-O Display
Main resolution 2184 × 1968 (368 ppi)
Cover resolution 2520 × 1080 (422 ppi)
Main aspect ratio 10:9
Cover aspect ratio 21:9
Refresh rate 1–120 Hz (adaptive)
Peak brightness 2,600 nits
HDR HDR10+
Main protection Ultra Thin Glass
Cover protection Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2
References [9][10]

Flex mode

Flex Mode is a feature on the Galaxy Z Fold 7 that uses the device's foldable hinge 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.[11]

Performance

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 clocked at 3.53 GHz.[12] The chipset's GPU supports hardware-accelerated graphics and AI processing, which are utilized in tasks such as gaming and multitasking.[12]

It comes with 12 GB of LPDDR5X RAM on standard models, while the 1 TB variant includes 16 GB of RAM.[13] 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.[14][15]

Camera

The Galaxy Z Fold 7 features a triple rear camera system, comprising a 200 MP wide-angle sensor (similar to the Galaxy Z Fold SE), 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.[16][17]

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 the subject and lighting conditions.[18][19]

Specifications
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+

Beyond standard photography, the camera app works with Gemini Live to process information from the live feed, enabling tasks like syncing event info from posters to the calendar.[20] amsung also updated Circle to Search for the Fold 7, adding an AI Mode for contextual queries and object recognition within games.[21][22] For video, the device supports Log recording on all cameras. It also includes a variety of AI-based editing features in the Gallery app, such as Generative Edit and Audio Eraser.[21]

Software

The Galaxy Z Fold 7 ships 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, making it the second Galaxy Z series phone to do so after the Galaxy Z6 series.[23]

Pre-installed OS OS Upgrades history End of support
1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th
Z Fold 7 Android 16
(One UI 8.0)

Minor One UI update:
(One UI 8.5)
May 2026[24] 		Within 2033[23]

Galaxy AI

Main article: Software: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 main display and Flex Mode to support image editing with a larger viewing area and layout flexibility when the device is unfolded.[25][26]

See also

Preceded by
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 		Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
2025 		Succeeded by
Current

References

  1. ↑ "Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 - Full phone specifications". https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_z_fold7-13826.php. 
  2. ↑ "What to Expect From Samsung Unpacked Today: Galaxy Z Fold 7, Watch 8 Classic, Tri-Foldable & More". 2025-07-08. https://www.zdnet.com/article/what-to-expect-from-samsung-unpacked-today-galaxy-z-fold-7-watch-8-classic-tri-foldable-more/. 
  3. ↑ "Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2025: Live Updates on Galaxy Z Fold 7, Z Flip 7 and Watch 8". 2025-07-09. https://www.engadget.com/samsung-galaxy-unpacked-2025-live-updates-on-galaxy-z-fold-7-z-flip-7-and-watch-8-113020067.html. 
  4. ↑ "How to Watch Samsung Unpacked for the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 Debut". 2025-07-08. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/how-to-watch-samsung-unpacked-for-the-galaxy-z-fold-7-and-z-flip-7-debut/. 
  5. ↑ "Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7: everything we know so far". 2024-07-10. https://www.techradar.com/phones/samsung-galaxy-phones/samsung-galaxy-z-fold-7. 
  6. ↑ SamMobile Staff (2024-07-10). "Here are all the Galaxy Z Fold 7 colors". https://www.phonearena.com/news/galaxy-z-fold-7-colors_id172102. 
  7. ↑ Welch, Chris (2024-07-10). "Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7 refine the foldable formula". https://www.theverge.com/phones/701076/samsung-galaxy-z-fold-flip-7-fe-hands-on. 
  8. ↑ Gartenberg, Chaim (2024-07-10). "Galaxy Unpacked: Everything you need to know about the Z Fold 7, Flip 7 and Watch 8". https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/galaxy-unpacked-everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-z-fold-7-flip-7-and-watch-8/. 
  9. ↑ "Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 specs". https://www.techradar.com/phones/samsung-galaxy-phones/samsung-galaxy-z-fold-7-specs. 
  10. ↑ "Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 specs". https://www.techradar.com/phones/samsung-galaxy-phones/samsung-galaxy-z-flip-7-specs. 
  11. ↑ "Galaxy Z Fold 7: Release date, price, features, and news". 2024-07-10. https://www.phonearena.com/galaxy-z-fold-7-release-date-price-features-news. 
  12. ↑ 12.0 12.1 12.2 Schmidt, Daniel (2025-08-21). "The market leader strikes back – Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 review" (in en). https://www.notebookcheck.net/The-market-leader-strikes-back-Samsung-Galaxy-Z-Fold7-review.1093384.0.html. 
  13. ↑ Hardawar, Devindra (2024-07-10). "Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 7 is thinner, lighter and has a larger 8-inch display". https://www.engadget.com/mobile/smartphones/samsungs-galaxy-z-fold-7-is-thinner-lighter-and-has-a-larger-8-inch-display-140054089.html. 
  14. ↑ Will Sattelberg (2024-07-10). "Galaxy Z Fold 7 battery: What you need to know". https://www.phonearena.com/news/galaxy-z-fold-7-battery_id170148. 
  15. ↑ Nicholas Sutrich (2024-07-10). "Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 charging speed: What to expect". https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/samsung-galaxy/samsung-galaxy-z-fold-7-charging-speed. 
  16. ↑ Hamish Hector (2025-07-10). "Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 review". https://www.techradar.com/phones/samsung-galaxy-phones/samsung-galaxy-z-fold-7-review. 
  17. ↑ "The Galaxy Z Flip 7, Fold 7 strive for peak flagship quality in launch alongside the Flip 7 FE". 2025-07-09. https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/samsung-galaxy/the-galaxy-z-flip-7-fold-7-flagship-launch-flip-7-fe. 
  18. ↑ "Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs. Galaxy Z Fold 6: So many reasons to upgrade". 2025-07-09. https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/samsung-galaxy/samsung-galaxy-z-fold-7-vs-galaxy-z-fold-6. 
  19. ↑ "5 reasons the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is worth an upgrade even if you own the Z Fold 6". 2025-07-10. https://www.androidpolice.com/5-reasons-samsung-galaxy-z-fold-7-worth-upgrade-own-z-fold-6/. 
  20. ↑ Pero, James (2025-07-09). "Samsung’s New Foldables Give the Keys to Google AI and Say, 'Here, You Drive.'" (in en-US). https://gizmodo.com/samsungs-new-foldables-give-the-keys-to-google-ai-and-say-here-you-drive-2000626913. 
  21. ↑ 21.0 21.1 "Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 7 is thinner, slicker and better than ever; it's a high watermark for foldable phones" (in en). 2025-07-09. https://www.techradar.com/phones/samsung-galaxy-phones/samsung-galaxy-z-fold-7-review. 
  22. ↑ "Circle to Search gets a key upgrade first on the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7" (in en). 2025-07-09. https://www.androidauthority.com/googles-ai-mode-circle-to-search-galaxy-z-fold-7-flip-7-3574972/. 
  23. ↑ 23.0 23.1 Shaik, Asif Iqbal (2025-07-09). "How many software updates will Galaxy Z Fold 7 get?" (in en-US). https://www.sammobile.com/news/how-many-software-updates-galaxy-z-fold-7-get/. 
  24. ↑ Shaik, Abid Iqbal (2026-05-06). "Galaxy Z Fold 7, Flip 7 get stable One UI 8.5 update" (in en-US). https://www.sammobile.com/news/galaxy-z-fold-7-flip-7-get-stable-one-ui-8-5-update/. 
  25. ↑ "Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 review (Software and performance)" (in en-US). https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_z_fold7-review-2856p4.php. 
  26. ↑ "I held the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and it finally feels like Samsung actually tried" (in en). 2025-07-09. https://www.androidauthority.com/samsung-galaxy-z-fold-7-hands-on-3575676/. 

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