Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7: Rumors, leaks, and everything we know so far

Samsung's expected launch of the Galaxy Z Flip 7 is only months away, and the upcoming flip phone could add a big chip upgrade and more AI features. The Galaxy Z Flip 6 was an impressive phone that fell behind the Motorola Razr Plus 2024 in key ways, and now that the Razr Ultra 2025 is revealed, there's even more pressure for the Galaxy Z Flip 7 to be a hit.

So, what can we expect from the next Samsung flip phone?

We don't expect the Galaxy Z Flip 7 to launch until sometime this summer, but there have already been some early looks at the phone based on CAD renders, giving us an idea of what to expect when the phone launches. From the looks of it, we could be in for a major upgrade, one that could give the Razr Plus 2024 or Razr Ultra 2025 a run for their money!

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7: Price and availability

If Samsung adheres to the same launch schedule as last year, we can expect the Galaxy Z Flip 7 to be launched sometime this summer, likely in June or July. Many Android OEMs have been adjusting their launch schedules, so it's possible we could receive the phone much sooner; however, we're still likely months away from an official announcement.

As for pricing, last year's models were introduced at a $100 premium over their predecessors. It's unlikely that Samsung will increase the price further, but we don't yet know if the price will remain the same or if Samsung will lower it back to 2023 levels.

There's talk of Samsung creating a cheaper Galaxy Z Flip 7 model, called the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE. However, the latest reports indicate this budget foldable won't be available until Q4 2025, far after the Galaxy Z Flip 7 is expected to debut.

According to a tip, the Galaxy Unpacked event where the Galaxy Z Flip 7 will be revealed could happen in New York City in the first few weeks of July.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7: Design and displays

There have been plenty of rumors about the Galaxy Z Flip 7, and now we know what the phone may look like. New leaks from @OnLeaks via Android Headlines reveal that the phone may feature an updated design that appears much boxier than previous iterations. This is a stark contrast to the more rounded direction Samsung is going in with the Galaxy S25 series.

According to the leak, the phone will apparently sport a slightly larger display at 6.8 inches. However, a bigger change comes with the cover screen, which will reportedly measure around 4 inches, or .6 inches larger than on the Galaxy Z Flip 6. This means the cover screen could closely match that of the Razr Plus 2024.

Galaxy Z Flip 7 case renders have also leaked, which also suggest a larger cover screen in tow for the phone.

This corroborates the rumor from Ross Young, co-founder of Display Supply Chain Consultants (DSCC) and VP of Research at Counterpoint Research, that Samsung will increase the size of the displays, meaning the phone will likely get bigger, too. One leak suggests the phone will measure 166.6 x 75.2 x 6.9mm when unfolded. this will make it taller and a bit wider while retaining the same thickness.

According to Ross Young, Samsung may have also improved the crease by making it less visible, something it showed off at MWC 2025. Samsung may also apply a blue phosphorescent material to its OLED panel to make it more efficient and consume less power.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7: Specs

Early rumors suggested Samsung would use an in-house Exynos chip for the Galaxy Z Flip 7, but it looks like the company may instead stick with Snapdragon. Like with the Galaxy S25 series, the Z Flip 7 may use a custom Snapdragon 8 Elite chip for better performance than most other flagship Android phones.

Furthermore, we can expect at least 12GB of RAM and 256GB of non-expandable storage.

With more power comes more battery consumption, but fortunately, it looks like Samsung is prepared for that. The phone is rumored to have a larger battery, with a capacity of 4,300mAh, which is 300mAh larger than its predecessor. It's unclear how this will affect battery life, but it is likely a good thing, especially with a more efficient display.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7: Cameras

One Galaxy Z Flip 7 rumor claims that Samsung will retain the same camera specs as its predecessor. The phone may sport a 50MP primary camera alongside a 12MP ultrawide sensor. Up front could be a 10MP selfie camera.

It's unclear at the moment if Samsung is changing out any of the sensors or retaining the same cameras as the Galaxy Z Flip 6. However, we can infer that the company will take further advantage of Galaxy AI to provide more camera-related features.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7: Software and Galaxy AI

Given Google's new Android 16 launch schedule, it's possible the Galaxy Z Flip 7 could arrive with Android 16. In fact, according to SamMobile, Samsung will launch its next foldables with One UI 8, based on Android 16.

This comes after Samsung was rumored to skip the usual x.1.1 update and go straight to the next major version. The company has also been spotted testing the software on the Galaxy S25 series.

It's unclear what One UI 8 will bring, but it will likely not be too different from One UI 7, which is currently rolling out to Galaxy phones with a revamped user interface and new features.

We can also expect many of the same new Galaxy AI features to appear on the Galaxy Z Flip 7, alongside potential new additions specific to the phone. Furthermore, the Galaxy Z Flip 7 will likely support the same amount of updates as its predecessor, with as much as seven years of support.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE: Finally, a cheaper flip phone?

Samsung may launch a cheaper Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE in addition to the Galaxy Z Flip 7. As a Fan Edition phone, it could have a smaller price tag and slightly watered-down specs to make it more attainable for anyone not willing to spend $1,100 on a phone.

The Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE is rumored to sport the same 6.7-inch OLED display as the Galaxy Z Flip 6, likely to cut costs with already-available panels. According to recent leaks, the device will also adopt the same cover screen design as the Z Flip 6.

Unlike the Z Flip 7, the Fan Edition phone may be powered by an Exynos chip. However, it may be a lower-powered Exynos 2400e, which powers the Galaxy S24 FE. This could be how Samsung will bring the phone to a cheaper price point.

Rear cameras may also be the same at 50MP and 12MP, and the phone may measure 165.1 x 71.7 x 7.4mm when open.

That said, there's still plenty we don't know about the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE, such as the price, more details about its potential specs, or if it will launch alongside the Z Flip 7. However, we do know that it may carry the SM-F761B model number and will launch in at least India, Europe, the UAE, and other Asian regions.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7: What we want to see

Here's Android Central's wishlist for the Galaxy Z Flip 7 based on the specs and our limited hands-on time with the Z Flip 6:

A larger, more functional cover screen

Samsung made waves when it introduced the much larger cover screen on the Galaxy Z Flip 5. This was the current trend, after all, with companies like Motorola and OPPO opting for larger external displays. However, compared to its closest competitors, like the Motorola Razr Plus 2024 and even last year's OPPO Find N3 Flip, the Z Flip 6 is still on the smaller side of flagship flip phones.

With the Galaxy Z Flip 7, I would love to see Samsung increase the size of the cover screen while also getting rid of the weird notch at the bottom.

But even beyond that, I would like to see Samsung provide a better cover screen experience out of the box. Unlike the Razr series, Samsung still makes users go through hoops to enable app use on the external display, with a limited number available via the Labs feature and more through accessible with a Good Lock module.

Samsung says it wants to focus on the widget experience by providing better functionality for quickly accessing certain apps without needing to dive into them, and that's fine, but we should be able to have it both ways.

Less edge, more curves

There's nothing wrong with Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip 6 design. Its flat frame and back panels give the phone a very clean look, and the addition of the color-matching camera sensors is a nice touch. However, holding phones like this can actually hurt.

I realized this while reviewing the Galaxy S24 Plus, and the same goes for the newer Galaxy S25 Plus; the edge of the frame would dig into my fingers, making it very uncomfortable to hold the phone after some time. After my time with the Galaxy Z Flip 6, I can tell this will likely be a problem here, too.

Motorola has taken a different approach with a curved frame, with back and cover panels that seamlessly curve into it. The result is a phone that's fairly comfortable to hold despite it being larger than the Z Flip 6. I'm not saying Samsung should go completely curvy, but maybe a major design re-do is in order after we have largely gotten the same thing for the past few generations.

Faster charging

I'm happy to see Samsung is finally giving the Galaxy Z Flip 6 a battery life boost with the new 4,000mAh battery. With the more efficient Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip, this should help users achieve all-day battery life. However, as the battery becomes larger, the charging time will become slower since Samsung has kept the same 25W speed.

The Galaxy Z Flip 5 can take as much as an hour and a half to charge fully, and ain't nobody got time for that! Meanwhile, OPPO and Motorola's latest flip phones provide speeds of 44W and 45W, respectively, making it much less of a hassle to get a good amount of juice before heading out.

You've already got one-half of the equation, Samsung, but the others are showing you up in a category you popularized!

Bring back Bespoke

One of the best things about flip phones is that they just look so nice. Even with cheaper models, flip phones are just surprisingly stylish phones, so it's no wonder why they capture a certain audience. I feel like Samsung really had something going when it launched the Bespoke Edition Galaxy Z Flip 3, allowing users to mix and match different color options beyond the standard offering.

Even the Motorola Razr Plus 2024, which comes in some nice colors, hasn't been able to match this level of customizability.

The Galaxy Z Flip 6 colors aren't exactly my favorite, as I'm not a fan of pastels, but being able to mix it up with different options for the bottom panel, the frame/hinge, and the camera sensors would make the buying process so much more interesting.