Samsung didn’t just update its foldable this year. It fixed it. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 finally feels like the device it was always meant to be. It’s lighter, smarter, and finally earns the price tag it asks for. After six slow and often clunky generations, this one arrives feeling complete. Not perfect—but finally confident in what it is.
This Time, the Fold Isn’t Fighting Its Form
The first thing you notice when you pick up the Fold 7 is that it just feels… right. It doesn’t fight its design anymore. There’s no awkward weight. No clumsy hinge. No apologetic engineering. Just a clean, sleek device that folds like it was born to.
It’s 4.2 mm thin when open and weighs 215 grams, which is actually less than the Galaxy S25 Ultra. That alone changes your entire daily experience. You don’t need to think twice about keeping it in your pocket or flipping it open on the go.
The 6.5-inch cover screen with a 21:9 aspect ratio makes the closed experience much easier to live with. You can scroll Instagram, reply to WhatsApp, check your emails without opening it at all. But when you do open it, that 8-inch AMOLED screen hits you with a richness that finally feels immersive. And that ugly center crease? It’s almost gone.
Samsung added a layer of titanium beneath the display, which firms up the ultra-thin glass. The Armor FlexHinge also got an upgrade, making the entire body feel stable whether it’s open or closed. This Fold isn’t trying to prove anything. It just works.
Galaxy AI and Snapdragon Power Make It Smarter, Not Just Faster
Inside, you’re getting the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy, with up to 16 GB RAM and 1 TB of storage. The performance is exactly what you’d expect from a top-tier flagship. Fast, smooth, and snappy with no drama.
But where the Fold 7 really shines is the software. One UI 8, based on Android 16, brings Galaxy AI into every part of the experience. Gemini Live can literally help you with whatever’s on your screen. Need to plan a trip, translate a message, or compare two products side by side? Just ask.
You can drag and drop content across apps in split screen. You get live previews when editing photos. And with Samsung DeX, you can plug it into a monitor and it becomes your full desktop. This is the kind of multitasking foldables were meant for.
A Camera Setup That Doesn’t Feel Like a Compromise Anymore
Samsung finally decided to take the Fold’s camera seriously. The Fold 7 gets a 200 MP main sensor, straight from the Galaxy S25 Ultra. Photos now have sharp detail, vibrant color, and way better low-light performance than before.
You still get a 12 MP ultrawide lens that supports macro, and a 10 MP 3x telephoto lens that does its job well. But the biggest change? Samsung ditched the under-display selfie camera. Instead, you now get a clean 10 MP punch-hole camera that’s clearer, faster, and just better to use.
Whether you’re taking portraits, capturing a sunset, or hopping on a video call, this time the Fold’s camera holds its own.
It’s Expensive, But This Time You Know What You’re Paying For
The Galaxy Z Fold 7 starts at ₹1,74,999 for the 256 GB model and goes all the way to ₹2,10,999 for the 1 TB version. That’s a big number. But for the first time, it actually feels justified.
You’re getting a massive AMOLED screen, a flagship camera, premium Snapdragon performance, and a device that weighs less than most slabs in the market. On top of that, Galaxy AI makes the software experience feel fresh and forward-thinking.
Now, it’s not all roses. The battery is still capped at 4,400 mAh. Charging speed is stuck at 45 W. And, no surprise, Samsung refuses to include a charger in the box. When you look at what companies like Oppo offer with 80 W fast charging, Samsung feels a little too slow on this front.
That said, there are good pre-order offers. A free storage upgrade worth ₹12,000. Up to 24 months of no-cost EMI. Exchange bonuses. If you’re buying from Samsung.com or big platforms like Amazon and Flipkart, there are plenty of perks.
Final Thoughts: It Took Seven Generations, but the Fold Finally Feels Right
This is the Fold that Samsung’s been trying to build for years. Not a prototype. Not a “vision of the future.” A real product. One that folds well, performs like a flagship, and gives you serious productivity tools in your pocket.
Yes, it costs a bomb. And yes, the battery still needs to step up. But if you’re looking for a premium foldable phone that finally delivers on the promise, the Fold 7 is the first one that actually deserves the crown.
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