Personally, I could not forget the feeling of using the Galaxy Z Fold4 that I had used before. So, I was quite looking forward to the release of the Galaxy Z Fold 5. Now, I will write about my experiences after using it myself. In terms of design, when comparing the previous Galaxy Z Fold4 and Galaxy Z Fold5, there were some design changes. Compared to the previous version, the position of the camera flash was moved from the bottom to the side. In addition, I could clearly feel the difference in folding, which is a feature of foldable phones. The Galaxy Z Fold 5 is equipped with a flex hinge, making the folding part where the display folds into a water drop structure. This folds flat without any openings. There may be concerns about damage if the screens are in close contact with each other, but this problem was solved with a dual rail design that enhances durability. As a result, the thickness when folded was reduced to 13.4mm, and the feeling when held in the hand changed. The overall size looks similar, but the weight is 10g lighter, making it more comfortable to hold in hand. I liked these improvements.
Galaxy Z Fold5 unboxing and review
- Expectation and waiting
- Memories and expectations of previous Galaxy Z Fold4 usage experience
- Changes in design
- Design comparison between Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Z Fold4
- Changed camera flash position and improved folding mechanism
- Various color options
- Introducing three colors of Galaxy Z Fold5
- Impressive charm of ice blue color
- Large screen display
- Introduction to cover display and main display sizes
- Emphasizes screen clarity and outdoor use experience
- Innovation in multitasking
- Multitasking function that allows you to run up to 12 apps simultaneously
- Upgrade and convenience of Flex mode UI
- Powerful performance
- Improved performance of Snapdragon 8 2nd generation mobile platform for Galaxy
- 12GB RAM and improved heat management
- Battery life
- Extended usage time with 4,400mAh battery capacity and energy-efficient processor
- Camera upgrade
- Introduction of rear camera specifications and OIS support
- Emphasis on dual preview and nightography functions
- Comprehensive evaluation
- Excellent weight and multitasking
- CPU and S Pen received favorable reviews, emphasizing that there were no shortcomings
- Advance reservations and benefits
- Information on pre-order period and benefits for Galaxy Z Fold 5
- Instructions on how to make advance reservations and apply for benefits
There are a total of three colors for the Galaxy Z Fold5. Phantom black, cream, and ice blue are made of matte material, not glossy. The frame is also made of armor aluminum, and is matched to a similar color scheme to the back color. I tried the ice blue color, and it is very subtle and pretty. It is also available in blue and gray colors exclusively for Samsung.com and Samsung Gangnam.
The Galaxy Z Fold 5 has a large screen with a cover display of 157.3mm and a main display of 192.1mm. This allows for a comfortable experience when watching videos or multitasking. You can watch videos clearly even under direct sunlight, making it great for using your smartphone outside even on bright sunny days. Additionally, the Galaxy Z Fold5 feels like a new world when it comes to multitasking once you use it. You can add four recently used apps and up to 12 apps to the taskbar, making task switching faster. In addition, convenient use is possible using the drag and drop function with both hands. It also has the advantage of increasing work efficiency by allowing up to three windows to appear on one screen. Also, I think one of the advantages of foldable phones is that you can use the phone from various angles. There are times when you can unfold the screen flat to view content on a large screen, but when there is no stand, there are times when you can play videos by folding it up and standing it up. The UI of the flex mode used at this time has also been upgraded and is cleaner.
Performance has been improved by being equipped with the Snapdragon 8 2nd generation mobile platform for Galaxy, the most powerful Galaxy foldable phone ever. As it is a chipset optimized for the Galaxy, it felt like it ran smoothly. Since the RAM is 12GB and the vapor chamber size has been increased, heat management performance has also improved.
The battery capacity is 4,400 mAh, and it is equipped with a processor with improved power consumption, increasing the perceived usage time. In terms of cameras, a wide-angle 50MP (F1.8), telephoto 10MP (F2.4), and ultra-wide-angle 12MP (F2.2) camera are mounted on the rear, and OIS is supported for the wide-angle and telephoto cameras. When taking a photo using the dual preview function, it is useful because the person being photographed can immediately check the result. Also, taking advantage of the foldable phone, it is easy to take pictures by standing it on the floor. I also liked the nightography function, which allows high-quality shooting even in low-light environments.
In my personal evaluation of the Galaxy Z Fold 5, its weight and multitasking are perfect. The CPU and S Pen are also worthy of praise, and there are no regrets. This is a foldable phone that is very useful for those who frequently watch content. Pre-orders for the Galaxy Z Fold 5 will now be available for one week from August 1st to 7th. The pre-order opening period is from August 8 to 11, and application for benefits can be made through the Samsung.com app. For more information, please refer to the official website.