Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 launched in PH: 8.9mm thick, 215 grams, 21:9 6.5-inch cover screen, and starts at PHP 112,990
At the Galaxy Unpacked event in New York City, Samsung introduced the Galaxy Z Fold7, a flagship foldable device with the largest design change in years.
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| Massive 8-inch folding screen with wider 21:9 aspect ratio |
Samsung's best foldable yet?
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., today unveiled the new Galaxy Z Fold7. The latest foldable from the Korean giant combines the best of Galaxy design, camera performance, and AI innovation, according to the brand, in what it claims is the thinnest and lightest Galaxy Z Fold yet.
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| Slimmer and lighter at 215 grams |
Samsung says that the biggest external changes to the new Z Fold7 are the new 6.5-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2x cover screen with a 21:9 aspect ratio, its weight, and its overall thickness. At only 215 grams, the Z Fold7 is even lighter than the Galaxy S25 Ultra. The foldable is also 8.9mm thick when folded and only 4.2mm thick when unfolded.
The Galaxy Z Fold7 is the first Z-series smartphone to carry the 200MP wide main camera, which the brand is claiming to have 4x more detail and is 44 percent brighter.
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| Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is 8.2mm thin when folded |
In the Philippines, the Galaxy Z Fold7 will come in Blue Shadow, Silver Shadow, Jetblack or Mint (an online exclusive). The phone measures 143.2 x 158.4 x 4.2mm when unfolded and measures 72.8 x 158.4 x 8.9mm when folded. The phone is IP48 water and dust resistance rated.
The phone's frame is made of Advanced Armor Aluminum while the cover glass is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2 while the Back Glass panel is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2.
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| 6.5-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2x Cover screen with 10MP selfie camera |
The new foldable comes with a 6.5-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2x cover screen with a 2,520 x 1,080 resolution, and a 1-120Hz Adaptive refresh rate, and an 8-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2x inner folding screen with a 2,184x 1,968 resolution, and a 1-120Hz adaptive refresh rate. The screen has peak brightness of 2,600 nits.
Inside the phone is the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy, Adreno GPU, 12GB/16GB RAM, 256GB/512GB/1TB of internal storage, and a 4,400mAh battery with USB-C 25W fast wired charging, wireless charging, and reverse wireless charging.
On both the cover screen and the inner screen are punch holes that carry a 10MP f/2.2 selfie camera. The folding screen's camera has a wider 100-degree angle of view compared to the cover screen's 85-degree angle of view.
Samsung has removed the under-display camera and has returned to a proper punch hole for the cover screen.
At the back of the phone are the 200MP f/1.7 main camera with Quad Pixel AF, and OIS, a 12MP f/2.2 120-degree ultra-wide camera, and a 10MP f/2.4 3x optical telephoto camera with PDAF, OIS, and an LED flash.
Other features include 5G, LTE, WiFi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, side-mounted fingerprint scanner, and dual NanoSIM and eSIM support.
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| The bezels are getting even thinner on the cover screen |
Running the show is Android 16-based One UI 8. Samsung says that it was designed to be a true multimodal agent with Gemini Live, and that it combines large-screen multitasking with intelligent tools that understand what users type, say, or even see. It is now possible to seamlessly type or speak contextual questions and get answers without having to toggle back and forth between apps. With screen sharing on Gemini Live or Camera sharing on Gemini Live, users can simply show Gemini what users are looking at on the screen or on the camera, then ask questions to get instant insights.
Samsung is also saying that Galaxy AI has been optimized for large screens that maximize the benefits of expansive foldable displays, which supposedly boost productivity. AI Results View displays results from AI features in a separate Split View or in a Floating View.
Users can also more efficiently Drag & Drop AI-generated content, including images and text, directly from Multi Window. With tools like Drawing Assist or Writing Assist, it's easier than ever to move ideas and visuals, enabling a smoother creative process.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 Specs
Display: 8.0-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X screen w/ 120Hz adaptive refresh rate, FHD+ 2184 x 1968 at 364 ppi, 6.5-inch Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protected Dynamic AMOLED 2X screen w/ 2,520 x 1080 resolution at 422 ppi
CPU: 4nm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy octa-core processor
GPU: New Adreno
RAM: 12GB/16GB
ROM: 256GB/512GB/1TB
Back Camera: 200MP f/1.7 w/ Quad Pixel AF, OIS + 12MP f/2.2 ultra-wide-angle + 10MP f/2.4 3x telephoto, OIS + LED flash
Selfie Camera: 10MP f/2.2 FOV 85-degrees (cover screen), 10MP f/2.2 FOV 100-degrees (main)
Battery: 4,400mAh w/ 25W fast charging, 15W wireless charging, 4.5W reverse wireless
OS: Android 16 w/ One UI 8
Connectivity: WiFi7 (2.4/5GHz), 5G, 4G LTE, Bluetooth 5.4, GPS, Dual SIM (2 nano + eSIM)
Sensors: Accelerometer, light, orientation, proximity, gyroscope, sound, magnetic, pressure
Others: Side-mounted fingerprint sensor, face unlock, stereo speakers, IP48, USB-C, Colors: Blue Shadow, Silver Shadow, Jetblack, Mint
Dimensions: 143.2mm x 158.4 x 4.2 mm (unfolded), 72.8 x 158.4 x 8.9 mm (folded)
Weight: 215 grams
Price: PHP 112,990 (12GB/256GB), PHP 120,990 (12GB/512GB), PHP 141,990 (12GB/1TB)
Price and availability
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| The thinnest Galaxy Z Fold yet |
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 12GB/256GB - PHP 112,990
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 12GB/512GB - PHP 120,990
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 16GB/1TB - PHP 141,990
Pre-orders for the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 in the Philippines begin this July 9, 2025, and will be available in stores on August 1, 2025.
Customers who pre-order the Galaxy Z Fold7 until July 31 will enjoy a free storage upgrade worth PHP 8,000. Customers can also enjoy up to 18 percent savings, and 0 percent installment up to 36 months via UnionBank, BDO, BPI, Metrobank, and HSBC, and up to 15 percent off and 0 percent installment for up to 24 months is also available through Eastwest, PNB, RCBC, and Security Bank at participating Samsung Authorized Stores nationwide. Online, you can also enjoy up to 13 percent savings via Samsung.com, Abenson.com, Lazada, and Shopee.
For customers without credit cards, Samsung Finance+ offers up to PHP 14,000 off at zero processing fee for 24 months and up to PHP 10,000 via Home Credit. For your peace of mind, Samsung Care+ offers comprehensive coverage for accidental damage, repairs, and replacements.
Lastly, customers who purchase the Galaxy Z Fold7 get expanded access to Google AI Pro and 2TB of cloud storage for 6 months at no cost.
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