Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 is the standout device in Samsung’s recent lineup smartphones based on early impressions of this smartphone. It looks like little progress in other areas of their new releases, the Z Flip 5 manages to make a compelling case for an upgrade, even for those who own recent models. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 will come with big improvements and new features that make it different from the other Samsung products available.
The Galaxy Z Flip 4 from last year was a best device that played a significant role in popularizing folding-screen phones. With the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5, there were high expectations for it to build upon that success and rekindle the same level of excitement. It may not have generated the same initial magic, it still manages to impress and has the potential to become a favorite among folding phone enthusiasts.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION FOR SAMSUNG GALAXY Z FLIP 5:
| PROS | CONS |
| Fast and stable autofocus in most conditions for photo and video | Strong moving textures artifacts on face in low light photography |
| Great display readability with accurate color fidelity in all lighting conditions | Strong moving textures artifacts on face in low light photography |
| Good display smoothness in every use case | Noise in photos in most conditions |
| Pleasant experience in still life image shooting | Under sunlight, colorful content appears flat and unnatural |
| Good autonomy considering the form factor, offering close to two days autonomy on a single charge |
Availability and network:
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 was officially unveiled by Samsung on July 26, and preorders began on the same day. It is now available for purchase from various major retailers and carriers as of August 11. Preorders for the device saw strong demand, surpassing the Galaxy Z Flip 4 and indicating significant interest in Samsung’s latest foldable offering, especially due to its relatively more affordable pricing compared to the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5.
The phone is available through carriers such as Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, and US Cellular. However, if you wish to get one of the exclusive Samsung color options like yellow or blue, you’ll need to place your order directly through Samsung’s official website. Samsung has maintained a starting price of $1,000 for the Flip 5, but now, it comes with 256GB of storage, a substantial upgrade from the 128GB base model of the previous generation.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 Design, Display, Looks And Build:
The best thing about the Galaxy Z Flip 5 this year is its cover screen. This is the smaller screen on the outside. It’s bigger and better than last year’s Z Flip 4. Samsung calls it the Flex Window. It’s a 3.4-inch Super AMOLED display with a refresh rate of 60Hz and a resolution of 720×748. It’s also protected by Gorilla Glass Victus 2.
You can use this screen to check notifications and widgets. It’s also handy as a viewfinder for the camera. But it’s important to know that this 3.4-inch screen doesn’t work well with all apps because it has an unusual shape. The Z Flip 5 has a new design that makes it fold without any gap in the middle. This is good because it keeps the screen safe from dust and dirt. But, when you use the main screen inside, it might feel a bit awkward sometimes. Especially when you’re scrolling through Instagram or looking at pictures.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 is different this year because it’s resistant to water with an IPX8 rating. This means it can handle rain and workouts without a problem. But it’s not protected against dust, so be careful about dropping it on dirty surfaces. The main screen is 6.7 inches with an aspect ratio of 22:9 and a resolution of 2640×1080. It looks great with bright colors and deep blacks. It even works well in bright sunlight. The hinge that lets the phone fold is strong, and it makes a satisfying snap sound when you close it. You can open the phone with one hand, but it might take some practice. The fingerprint scanner is on the right side and it’s quick to unlock the phone. The Galaxy Z Flip 5 isn’t designed for power users; it’s more about style than practicality. It’s easy to carry and fits in your pocket because it’s not too heavy, weighing 187 grams.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 Camera:
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 has a camera system similar to the Flip 4. It includes a 12MP main camera, a 12MP ultra-wide camera at the back, and a 10MP front camera for selfies. However, Samsung says they’ve improved it for better low-light photos and color accuracy.
Photos taken in daylight look really good with vibrant colors and a wide range of colors. The camera on the Z Flip 5 is an improvement over the Flip 4, thanks in part to the Flex Window. But if you’re used to using a telephoto lens, you might miss it on this phone.
Low-light photos also turned out well, with good contrast and brightness. Nighttime photos were decent, but don’t expect the Z Flip 5 to take pictures like the Galaxy S series. This phone is more about style than having the absolute best camera.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 Performance, Battery And Software:
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, which is customized for Galaxy phones and is slightly faster than the regular SD 8 Gen 2 SOC. This is the same processor used in the Galaxy S23 series. The base model of the Flip 5 comes with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, priced at Rs 99,999. There’s also an 8GB RAM and 512GB storage model for Rs 109,999. The phone runs on Android 13 with OneUI 5, and it doesn’t have a lot of unnecessary pre-installed apps. It handles multitasking well and performs nicely in benchmarks. However, it can get a bit warm when playing games.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 has a 3,700mAh battery, which is the same as last year’s Flip 4. Unfortunately, the battery life isn’t a strong point of this device. It may not last the entire day for heavy users or those who watch a lot of content on streaming platforms. You can get more out of a single charge if you use the Flex Window feature sparingly. Samsung doesn’t include a charger in the box with its phones, so you’ll need to buy a separate 25W adapter. The phone does come with a USB 3.2 port, which is an improvement over the USB 2.0 on the Flip 4. However, it takes about 100 minutes to fully charge the device, which is relatively slow compared to the fast charging offered by some other brands like OnePlus, Oppo, and Realme.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 Flex window:
As the Flip 5 ships, its Flex Window cover screen offers some basic functionality: notifications, access to widgets like calendar, weather, and stopwatch, and lets you run a select few Android apps on this tiny screen. YouTube, for one, actually works pretty well, as does Netflix. Maps has potential — I think it really wins out with convenience, letting you check where you are at a glance — but the small display area quickly crowds up with toolbars.
Should you buy it?
Smartphone reviewers get their hands on a lot of different devices, but after my experience with the Flip 4 last year, I have to admit that it was one of the few phones I genuinely missed using. Of course, I missed the cool camera features I could access through the small external screen, but more than anything, I missed how enjoyable it was to use in my daily life. It felt like going back to using a phone from the early 2000s, flipping it open and closed for fun. Nostalgia alone isn’t a good reason to spend a lot of money on a new phone, but this device is much more than a nostalgic novelty. Samsung’s foldable technology has been improving rapidly, and this phone is very close to being a standard, high-end flagship phone that just happens to fold. Back then, I suggested that Samsung’s efforts had finally reached mainstream appeal, and that’s even more true with the Flip 5. Working with notifications on the Flex Window is just so satisfying, and messaging on that screen feels like what two-way pagers should have been. Maybe the biggest thing holding me back from an unreserved recommendation is the feeling that this year doesn’t reinvent the wheel, and that the Flip 6 could finally step up and address some of the issues that have so far gone unresolved: the lack of a really fast charging option, battery capacity that doesn’t inspire confidence, and cameras that feel like holdovers from an earlier generation. None of that is anywhere close to guaranteed, though, and you could easily find yourself waiting another year with not much to show for it.
If you’re interested in getting into foldables right now, the Galaxy Z Flip 5 is absolutely your best place to start. The value proposition is strong, software support is great, and the hardware’s competitive with any other 2023 flagship. I say, the next time you spot a particularly good deal being offered, this is the foldable purchase to jump on.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
The Galaxy Z Flip 5 is Samsung’s best version of its most accessible foldable phone yet. This year’s Flex Window adds a ton of new functionality to an already successful design. If you’re curious about foldables, but also want a phone that feels very familiar, the Flip 5 is absolutely where you’ll want to start.
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