\t\t<\/p>\n \t\t<\/a><\/p>\n Related<\/p>\n \t\t The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is much better than the first Pixel Fold, but I’m not so sure it’s better than existing foldables even within US market<\/p>\n In trying to fit everything into this form factor, everything else gets worse<\/p>\n The compromises stack up quickly<\/p>\n In the pursuit of making this compact flip design work, it feels like every other part of the phone takes a hit, and in the most frustrating ways possible.<\/p>\n First off, the cameras are just plain underwhelming. The Galaxy Z Flip 7 uses pretty much the same setup as last year, which was already average at best. In comparison, Samsung\u2019s regular Galaxy S25 and S25 Plus include an extra telephoto lens while still costing less. That would be easier to overlook if the Flip was significantly cheaper, but it isn\u2019t. It usually costs the same or even more. And that\u2019s the irony; the main advantage of the flip design is being able to use the rear cameras for selfies, but that benefit doesn\u2019t mean much when those cameras are mid-range at best.<\/p>\n I also don\u2019t expect the battery life to be amazing, but I have to give Samsung credit for bumping the Z Flip 7\u2019s battery from 4,000mAh to 4,300mAh. That actually puts it ahead of the regular Galaxy S25 this time, which is impressive. It still might not be enough for heavy users, but it\u2019s definitely a step in the right direction, especially since battery life has always been one of my biggest reasons for avoiding flip phones.<\/p>\n The Galaxy Z Flip 7 uses the Exynos 2500, but like previous flip phones, there just isn\u2019t enough space inside to cool it properly. As a result, it tends to perform noticeably worse than a regular slab phone with the same chipset, and I don’t expect it to be any different this time around. In trying to squeeze flagship specs into this compact shell, the end result feels like a phone that is just worse across the board.<\/p>\n \t\t<\/p>\n \t\t<\/a><\/p>\n Related<\/p>\n \t\t For this price, you could just get a better phone<\/p>\n You are paying more for less<\/p>\n The Z Flip series has always been positioned as a premium product, but every year I find myself asking the same question: why does this cost the same as a full-fledged flagship when it clearly comes with compromises?<\/p>\n The Galaxy Z Flip 7 starts at $1099, which is pretty much in the ballpark of any other top-tier flagship. And those phones are better at everything. You get better cameras, bigger batteries, better cooling, faster charging, higher-quality displays, the list goes on. The Flip\u2019s only real trick is that it folds in half vertically.<\/p>\n Thankfully, there\u2019s also a more affordable option this year with the Z Flip 7 FE starting at $899. But to be honest, it feels like little more than a rebranded Z Flip 6 from last year, and even then, the Moto Razr series still comes in at a lower price.<\/p>\n That might appeal to people who want a more compact device or something that looks different, but if we are being honest, the value is just not there. You are giving up so much and still paying flagship-level money. And all for a hinge? If the only unique thing your phone does is fold, but it under-delivers on everything else, then what are you really paying for?<\/p>\n \t\t<\/p>\n \t\t<\/a><\/p>\n Related<\/p>\n \t\t Plus, they’re clamshell.<\/p>\n We need more competition<\/p>\n![\"pixel-9-pro-fold-xda07132\"](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/pixel-9-pro-fold-xda07132.jpg\"){kind=tracking}
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\n\t\t\tGoogle Pixel 9 Pro Fold review: So much better than first one, but is that enough?
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\n\t\t\tGalaxy Z Fold 1 to 5: How Samsung’s foldable designs evolved through the years
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\n\t\t\tThe new Motorola Razr series aims to boost your productivity
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