Everything we know so far

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Galaxy Z Flip 5 are undoubtedly some of the most anticipated foldables of this year. However, it’s 2023, and the competition has grown a lot. Google has launched its own foldable dubbed the Pixel Fold, Motorola has revamped its foldable strategy with the new 2023 Razr and Razr+ smartphones, and even OnePlus is planning to release its own foldable later this year. Not to forget that Samsung also faces tough competition from OPPO’s Find N2 Flip.

So, what can we expect from Samsung’s upcoming foldable lineup this summer? Well, numerous leaks have already surfaced, and while we have taken a detailed look at the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Galaxy Watch 6, here we will take a look at everything we know about the Galaxy Z Flip 5. We will also discuss its expected price, availability, specifications, display, camera, and what we want to see from Samsung’s next foldable.

Related: Buy Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 now or wait for Flip 5?

Release Date, Price, and Availability

Samsung usually reveals its new foldable devices in August, a month ahead of Apple’s iPhone release in September. However, the company is adjusting its strategy this time. Samsung has confirmed that the Z Flip 5 and Z Fold 5 will be announced on July 26 in Seoul, South Korea. The event is scheduled to begin at 7 am ET (4 am PT, 11 am UTC). Alongside the foldables and the smartwatch, we could also see the long-awaited Galaxy Tab S9 series.

Regarding pricing, a recent leak revealed that the upcoming Samsung foldables will be priced higher than their predecessors. While the exact increase in the price for the US market is unknown, it has been reported that the base model of the Z Flip 5 will start at €30 more compared to the previous generation Galaxy Z Flip 4 in Europe. The Z Fold 5, on the other hand, is expected to start at €1,900, €100 more than the Z Fold 4, in Europe and we could see similar price hikes for the US market as well.

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Galaxy Z Flip 5: Specifications

Moving onto the specifications of the Galaxy Z Flip 5, popular leaker SnoopyTech says the Samsung foldable will be powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor. This chipset has already made its debut on the Galaxy S23 series and is expected to bring better performance and, the best of all, better power efficiency to the Galaxy Z Flip 5.

In terms of storage, Samsung is expected to offer three options for the Galaxy Z Flip 5: 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB — sorry folks, no 1TB variant on the Z Flip series just yet. And as for RAM, higher-storage variants may feature up to 12GB of memory, while the base variant might still rely on 8GB RAM.

The Galaxy Z Flip 5 is also expected to run on Android 13 out of the box, and if the latest rumors are to be believed, Samsung could also add DeX support to the foldable. This would allow you to convert your compact foldable device into a portable computing device. Additionally, there are rumors that Samsung is working with Google to optimize apps for the larger front display of the Z Flip 5. Rumored apps to gain support for the bigger display include Messages, Maps, YouTube, and others.

Design

When Samsung launched the Z Flip 4, there weren’t many noticeable changes compared to the Z Flip 3. The smartphone had a similar design to its predecessor, featuring a small cover display and similar dimensions, albeit with straight edges. However, the South Korean tech giant seems to be planning major design changes this year.

According to display analyst Ross Young, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 will introduce a new teardrop hinge mechanism. This hinge will not only reduce the crease on the display but also enable the device to close completely. This type of hinge mechanism is also used in devices like the Pixel Fold and OPPO Find N2 Flip.

There were also reports that the Z Flip 5 will feature a better IP58 rating, however, a recent leak from SnoopyTech seem to have debunked that rumor. Additionally, the leaker also showcased the device in full, shown above, leaving a little to imagine. The renders also show that the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 will feature a huge cover display, occupying the most of the front area, but more in this down below.

Display

One of the major changes from Z Flip 4 will be the larger cover display. Samsung has been using the same 1.9-inch cover display for almost two years, but now it’s getting an upgrade. According to several leaks, the Galaxy Z Flip 5 will feature a huge 3.4-inch Super AMOLED cover display. This bigger cover display will occupy most of the front space, slightly curving around the two camera lenses.

Similar to other flip-style foldable smartphones, this cover display will allow you to quickly check the time, notifications, weather, and even read and respond to messages, emails, and navigate through maps. As mentioned earlier, Samsung is working with Google to optimize some apps for the new cover display. Taking photos using the rear cameras will also be significantly improved. Official press renders of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 leaked by MySmartPrice also showcase the features like music controls and photo mode in action.

As for the inner foldable display, it will resemble the Z Flip 4. This means you’ll get a 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with up to 120Hz adaptive refresh rate. The resolution will still be FHD+, and the peak brightness is expected to remain at 1,200 nits. The major changes for the inner display would be reduced creasing and no gap when closed.

Camera

Moving onto the camera sensors, if you were expecting the Z Flip 5 to have 50MP sensors like the S23 and S23+, I’m afraid you’ll be disappointed. Tipster Yogesh Brar has revealed that the Z Flip 5 will the same dual-12MP cameras as the Z Flip 4. However, Samsung will be using new image sensors for both the main lens and the ultra-wide lens, although they will still be 12MP sensors.

Korean outlet Chosun claims that Samsung will deliver better camera and battery performance on the Z Flip 5 despite the similar hardware, but we’ll have to wait and see — maybe the improved ISP of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 comes into play, but who knows. The front selfie camera will also remain unchanged at 10MP, with the ability to capture HDR shots.

Battery

There’s no solid information available regarding the battery capacity of the Galaxy Z Flip 5. However, it is anticipated to remain unchanged at 3,700 mAh. Similarly, in terms of charging technology, Samsung is likely to stick with the same slow 25W charging standard.

The phone will support wireless charging and reverse wireless charging. Although it would have been great to see Samsung introduce a larger battery, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset has shown impressive performance, and it has delivered excellent battery life with a similar capacity on the Galaxy S23.

Galaxy Z Flip 5 wishlist: Everything we want to see

Here are some improvements we would like to see on the Galaxy Z Flip 5 from the Z Flip 4:

• Better battery life: One of the main concerns with the previous Galaxy Z Flip foldables has been their subpar battery life. We’re hoping for an upgrade this time around. Whether it’s a larger battery, better optimization through the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, improved software, or all, we would love to see longer-lasting battery life.
• Better cameras: Samsung’s Galaxy Z foldables haven’t been known for having the best cameras compared to other smartphones, but it is slightly disappointing to see the cameras not being upgraded for two consecutive years. Considering the premium price of these foldables, we expect the Z Fold 5 and Z Flip 5 to have camera capabilities on par with the Galaxy S23.
• Faster charging: Another drawback of the Galaxy Z foldables has been slow charging speed. The current 25W charging speed feels outdated and Samsung must address the need for faster charging technology and keep up with the industry standards with the Z Flip 5.
• Competitive pricing: It’s 2023, and Samsung is no longer the only foldable maker on the market. With companies such as Motorola, OnePlus, and OPPO rolling up their sleeves to give Samsung a competition, we need to better pricing for the Z Flip 5 that justifies the value and features of the device in comparison to its rivals.

This is everything we know about the Galaxy Z Flip 5 so far. Thankfully, we don’t have to wait much longer as Samsung will officially unveil the Galaxy Z Flip 5 in just a couple of weeks. In the meantime, we recommend you to reserve your Z Flip 5 and save the $50 while you can. Also, let us know about the improvements you would like to see on the Z Flip 5 in the comments section below!

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