Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 Launched: Features 7.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X Display and New Flex Hinge

Samsung recently unveiled its highly anticipated Galaxy Z Fold 5 at the second Samsung Galaxy Unpacked event of the year. This latest foldable smartphone boasts impressive features, including the powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Mobile Platform for Galaxy processor and a stunning 7.6-inch AMOLED inner display with a 120Hz refresh rate. Additionally, it comes with a 6.2-inch cover screen, making it a versatile device for various tasks.

One of the standout features of the Galaxy Z Fold 5 is its innovative Flex Hinge with a dual rail structure. This design aims to protect the device from external impact, enhancing its durability and reliability.

Pricing, Availability and Colors

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 price of 256GB for £1,749 (approx. Rs. 1,85,318), 512GB for £1,849 (approx. Rs. 1,95,914), and 1TB for £2,049 (approx. Rs. 2,17,106).

The Galaxy Z Fold 5 is available in three storage configurations: 12GB RAM with 256GB storage, 12GB RAM with 512GB storage, and 12GB RAM with 1TB storage. The smartphone comes in elegant color options, including Cream, Icy Blue, and Phantom Black. In addition, exclusive Blue and Gray colorways are available for purchase through the Samsung.com website.

Galaxy Z Fold 5 Specifications & Features

Display and OS:

Running on Android 13-based One UI 5.1.1, the dual-SIM (Nano or Nano+eSIM) Galaxy Z Fold 5 guarantees four OS upgrades and five years of security updates from Samsung.

Its 7.6-inch QXGA+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X Infinity Flex Display features an adaptive refresh rate ranging from 1Hz to 120Hz, while the external 6.2-inch full-HD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X Display offers an adaptive refresh rate ranging from 48Hz to 120Hz. Notably, the main screen has gotten 30% brighter this year, reaching a peak of 1,750 nits.

Build Quality:

The Galaxy Z Fold 5 is also thinner thanks to the flat folding position, and 10g lighter than its predecessor. Samsung has addressed the main complaint with the Galaxy Z Fold 4, ensuring that the Galaxy Z Fold 5 now closes fully flat.

Performance and Camera:

Under the hood, the Galaxy Z Fold 5 is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Mobile Platform for Galaxy chipset and comes with 12GB of RAM, ensuring smooth performance for multitasking and gaming.

For photography enthusiasts, the device boasts a versatile triple rear camera setup, including a 50-megapixel wide-angle camera, a 12-megapixel ultra-wide-angle camera, and a 10-megapixel telephoto camera. The front camera setup features a 10-megapixel camera on the cover display and a 4-megapixel under-display camera for selfies and video chats.

Connectivity and Sensors:

The Galaxy Z Fold 5 supports 5G and 4G LTE connectivity, along with Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3. It includes various sensors such as an accelerometer, barometer, gyroscope, compass, proximity sensor, ambient sensor, and a side-mounted capacitive fingerprint sensor for enhanced security.

Battery and Charging:

Equipped with a 4,400mAh battery, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 supports fast charging with a 25W adapter, allowing the device to reach 50 percent charge in just 30 minutes. Additionally, the smartphone supports Fast Wireless Charging 2.0 and Wireless PowerShare, making it convenient for charging other devices and accessories. The phone also boasts an IPX8 rating for water resistance, ensuring it remains protected against accidental splashes and spills.

Design and Dimensions:

The Galaxy Z Fold 5 has a sleek and compact design, measuring 67.1×154.9×13.4mm when folded and 129.9×154.9×6.1mm when unfolded. With a weight of 253g, it is comfortable to hold and carry around.

S Pen Fold Edition

There’s a new S Pen Fold Edition that’s slimmer and more compact than before. It can be paired with the Slim S Pen Case, which combined with the pen is only slightly bigger than a regular case, and comes in a variety of colors.

Enhanced Multitasking Features

Samsung made improvements to multitasking in the Galaxy Z Fold 5. The taskbar now holds up to four recent apps for quick switching back and forth, and the two-handed drag and drop allows you to move content between apps and screens more easily. Touch and hold an image in the Gallery with one finger and use another to open Notes and drop the image.

Overall, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 brings subtle yet noteworthy enhancements over its predecessor, making it an attractive refinement piece in the foldable smartphone category. With its new Flex Hinge design, improved multitasking features, and compatibility with the S Pen Fold Edition, the Galaxy Z Fold 5 offers users an even more impressive and enjoyable smartphone experience.