Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 rumors: release date, specs, and what to expect
Samsung's next flip phone is reportedly coming this summer - here's everything we know about it
Update: Our Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 hands-on and Z Flip 7 hands-on just launched, with full reviews for each in progress. We also published an in-depth article on the Fold 7 colors and Flip 7 colors, as well as the specs for both phones.
đ± Samsung is expected to release the Galaxy Z Flip 7 this summer
đ„ The device will reportedly resemble the Z Flip 6 from last year
đș Both of the displays will reportedly grow
đ Inside, the phone could get a few notable performance upgrades, including a bigger battery
đž The cameras are rumored to stay the same
đ€ Samsung will likely focus on AI to help sell the Z Flip 7
đ Hereâs what weâve heard about the next Galaxy Z Flip
Samsung is continuing its foldable momentum with new Galaxy Z Flip and Z Fold devices, as itâs done for years. For 2025, the company is reading the larger Galaxy Z Fold 7 and the front-pocket-friendly Galaxy Z Flip 7.
The Flip series has always been interesting to watch evolve as other companies like Motorola and Oppo directly compete with the best that Samsung has to offer. In the United States, that responsibility solely relies on Motorola (at least for now), and the companyâs Razr Ultra stands as stiff competition for the next Galaxy Z Flip.
Fortunately, Samsung will be upgrading the Z Flip 7 in a number of key ways. The Flip 7 will look a lot like the Flip 6, with one major difference. Whether itâs enough to keep up with what Moto is doing is unclear, but one thingâs for certain: there will be a lot of excitement over the Z Flip 7 if only because itâs Samsungâs latest foldable.
Here are the Galaxy Z Flip 7 rumors weâve heard thus far, summarized in our signature Shortcut style.
Galaxy Z Flip 7 rumored release date and price
âïž Expect it in July. Samsung announced the Galaxy Z Flip 6 during an Unpacked event last July, then launched the device later in the month. It seems like Samsung will be repeating that release cycle with the Z Flip 7; rumor has it the companyâs Unpacked event will occur July 9, and if history is any indication, the phone will likely ship one to two weeks afterward.
đ° The price could go up. Samsung raised the price of the Galaxy Z Flip 6 by $100 compared to the Flip 5, bringing it to $1,099. With ongoing tariff and international worries on a lot of companiesâ minds, Samsung could wind up increasing the price of the Flip 7 if itâs deemed necessary. Samsung could also want to compete with the Motorola Razr Ultra on the same playing field and match its $1,299 asking price, although we havenât heard rumors of such a thing. For now, the Z Flip 7 will likely cost $1,099, but weâll let you know if that changes.
Galaxy Z Flip 7 design rumors
đ A similar vibe. The Galaxy Z Flip 7 will look similar to the Z Flip 6. Itâll stick with a clamshell folding form factor that easily fits in a pocket or small bag, and itâll have roughly the same dimensions as the Flip 6, save for a bit of extra length due to the screen size (more on that in a second). In other words, donât expect something radically different here; the Flip 6 will likely still use aluminum, come with some level of water/dust resistance, and launch in a variety of colors.
Galaxy Z Flip 7 display rumors
đș Bigger and better. For the first time in forever, Samsung is expected to increase the size of the screens on the Galaxy Z Flip 7. The folding screen will reportedly go from 6.7 inches to 6.85 inches, with slimmer bezels to boot. Meanwhile, the cover screen will finally go from 3.4 inches to 4 inches, matching what Motorola has included on the Razr since last year. We donât know if the brightness or resolutions will be improved, but hey, weâll take the bigger size any day of the week.
đșïž Less of a crease. Samsung reduced the crease on the Galaxy Z Flip 6 to the point where it was a lot less noticeable than it was on the Flip 5. For the Flip 7, the company is expected to further improve it, although itâs unclear how. Samsung could improve the hinge so it doesnât leave as much of an impression on the screen, or it could strengthen the ultra-thin âglassâ that protects it. Either way, rumors are pointing to some improvement in this area.
Galaxy Z Flip 7 camera rumors
đž Similar situation. The Galaxy Z Flip 7 isnât expected to get a big camera upgrade this year. So far, reports indicate that the phone will stick with the same 50MP main camera, 12MP ultra-wide, and 12MP selfie camera. Thatâs a bit of a shame, quite frankly, since the camera is typically the weakest area for a flip phone.
đ Better processing? While we donât expect a hardware upgrade, Samsung usually promises better photo processing with its newest smartphones. The Galaxy Z Flip 7 could follow that trend and use improved software to make your pictures and videos look better after you take them. We donât have any concrete proof of this happening yet, but based on Samsungâs history, it seems likely to occur.
Galaxy Z Flip 7 specs and software rumors
đïž Elite performance. We expect the Galaxy Z Flip 7 to come with the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, the same chip found in the Galaxy S25 series, the OnePlus 13, the Moto Razr Ultra, and other 2025 Android flagships. This will give the Flip 7 noticeable performance and efficiency improvements over the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 thatâs found in the Flip 6.
đŸ Same RAM and storage. Rumors suggest the RAM and storage will be identical on the Galaxy Z Flip 7 to the Flip 6. There will be 12GB of RAM to work with, as well as 256GB and 512GB storage tiers available. That means there likely wonât be a 1TB storage option, which could be a downside if you like to keep a ton of files and data on your phone. For most folks, though, this should suffice.
đ The battery might grow. Weâve seen reports that say the Flip 7âs battery will get bigger this year. Granted, the difference wonât be that large; the Flip 6âs battery was 4,000mAh, and the Flip 7âs is expected to be 4,300mAh. Regardless, a bigger battery is always better, and the Flip 7 will likely last longer on a charge as a result.
đ€ One UI with plenty of AI. Samsung is expected to include One UI 8 on the Galaxy Z Flip 7, based on Android 16. Itâll reportedly look and feel a lot like One UI 7 with some new features sprinkled in. The software will also likely focus a lot on AI features, as thatâs all the rage nowadays.
Galaxy Z Flip 7 âFEâ rumors
đ° A cheaper alternative. Samsung is also rumored to be working on a cheaper version of the Z Flip 7 called the Galaxy Z Flip FE. It could serve as Samsungâs answer to Motorolaâs baseline Razr with an older design and less-impressive specs, all at a more affordable price.
đ Familiar looks. Leaks weâve seen suggest the Z Flip FE will look a lot like the Galaxy Z Flip 6, down to the same 6.7-inch folding screen and 3.4-inch cover screen. Only the Flip 7 will get the bigger cover screen, which makes sense considering the Flip FE will cost less.
đŠ„ A (slightly) slower chip. Under the hood, the Flip FE is rumored to include the Exynos 2400e chipset. Some reports suggest Samsung could wind up including a new Exynos 2500 processor, but a majority of the leaks weâve seen say the 2400e will be used. The processor is a bit slower than last yearâs Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, so it wonât be a pain to use. Weâve also heard that itâll be paired with 12GB of RAM and up to 512GB of storage, which isnât too shabby.
đ To be continued. While Samsung is expected to announce the Galaxy Z Flip FE alongside the Flip 7 this July, rumors suggest the deviceâs launch date could be delayed by a few months. Itâs not entirely clear why, but weâll let you know if we find out.
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Max Buondonno is an editor at The Shortcut. Heâs been reporting on the latest consumer technology since 2015, with his work featured on CNN Underscored, ZDNET, How-To Geek, XDA, TheStreet, and more. Follow him on X @LegendaryScoop and Instagram @LegendaryScoop.