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Galaxy Z Flip 7 Long-Term Review: In-Depth Analysis of Design, Performance, Camera, and Battery
UnderKG F717 provides a detailed review of the Galaxy Z Flip 7 after using it for an extended period, covering design, external/internal screen, performance, camera, battery, etc. It carefully compares and analyzes improvements and shortcomings compared to the previous model to help with purchase decisions.
⚠️ External Screen App Usage Restrictions and No SmartThings Support
⚠️ Not Suitable for 3D Games Due to Severe Throttling
⚠️ Night Video Quality Degradation (Estimated Exynos 2500 ISP Issue)
👍 The Best Upgrade for Existing Flip Users, Still a 'Flip' for New Users
1. 📱 Galaxy Z Flip 7: The Best Changes and First Impressions of Any Z Flip Ever
- ✅ Wider Ratio and Full External Screen Design
- ✅ Thinner Thickness and Increased Battery Capacity
- ⚠️ Disappointment with the Exynos 2500 Chipset
00:00 - 00:27
1. 📱 Galaxy Z Flip 7: The Best Changes and First Impressions of Any Z Flip Ever
- ✅ Wider Ratio and Full External Screen Design
- ✅ Thinner Thickness and Increased Battery Capacity
- ⚠️ Disappointment with the Exynos 2500 Chipset
00:28 - 01:28
2. ✨ Design Changes: Wider Screen Ratio and Thinner Bezels
- ✅ Design with the Front Almost Full of Screen
- ✅ Screen Ratio Changed from 22:9 to 21:9 When Unfolded
- ✅ Thinner Thickness (0.4mm Decrease When Unfolded, 1.2mm Decrease When Folded)
- ✅ IP48 Water/Dust Resistance Support
01:29 - 05:01
3. 🖼️ External Screen: Larger Screen Size and Useful Features
- ✅ External Screen Increased from 3.4 inches to 4.1 inches
- ✅ Resolution Increased from 720x748 to 948x1048, 120Hz Support
- ✅ Maximum Brightness Improved from 1,600nits to 2,600nits
- ✅ Convenience When Using Samsung Pay
- ✅ Increased Information and Convenient Keyboard Use with the Wider Screen When Using AI Features
- ✅ Provides a Cool Screen When Used as a Camera Viewfinder
| Function | Description |
|---|---|
| Automatic Zoom | Automatically Adjusts the Frame to Fit the Subject |
| Translation Screen | Displays Larger on the External Screen |
⚠️ External Screen App Usage Restrictions and No SmartThings Support
05:02 - 06:17
4. 🖥️ Internal Screen: Wider Screen Ratio and Improved Display
- ✅ Internal Screen Increased from 6.7 inches to 6.9 inches
- ✅ Screen Ratio Changed from 22:9 to 21:9
- ✅ Thinner Bezels and Less Rounded Corner Design
- ✅ Both Internal/External Screens Support 120Hz, 2,600nits
- ✅ Crease Reduction with Improved UTG and Hinge Structure
- ✅ Improved Visibility When Wearing Polarized Sunglasses Due to Polarizer Removal
- ⚠️ Anti-Reflection Coating Still Not Applied
06:18 - 09:01
5. ⚙️ Performance and Software: DeX Support and Exynos 2500 Chipset
- ✅ One UI 8.0 Software
- ✅ DeX Mode Finally Supported (Wired/Wireless)
- ✅ Exynos 2500 Chipset, 12GB LPDDR5X RAM, UFS 4.0 Storage
| Benchmark | Z Flip 7 (Exynos 2500) | Z Fold 7 (Snapdragon 8 Elite) |
|---|---|---|
| Geekbench Single Core | ↑ 4% (vs. Previous Model) | ↓ 24% |
| Geekbench Multi Core | ↑ 12% (vs. Previous Model) | ↓ 15% |
| GPU OpenCL | ↑ 31% (vs. Previous Model) | Similar |
| GPU Vulkan | ↑ 17% (vs. Previous Model) | ↓ 26% |
⚠️ Not Suitable for 3D Games Due to Severe Throttling
09:02 - 12:32
6. 📸 Camera: Improved ISP and Disappointing Night Videos
- ✅ Camera Hardware is the Same as the Previous Model
- ✅ New ISP with Pro-Visual Engine
- ✅ Lens Switching Possible During 4K 60fps Video Recording
- ✅ Reduced Exaggeration and Natural Colors Overall in Photos
- ✅ Improved HDR Performance and Detail
| Camera | Specs |
|---|---|
| Wide Angle | 50MP, F1.8, OIS |
| Ultra Wide Angle | 12MP, F2.2, 123 degrees |
| Internal Camera | 12MP, F2.2 |
⚠️ Night Video Quality Degradation (Estimated Exynos 2500 ISP Issue)
12:33 - 12:57
7. 🔊 Sound: Improved Speaker Quality
- ✅ Software is the Same as the Previous Model
- ✅ No Earphone Jack
- ✅ FM Radio (Wired Earphones Required)
- ✅ Improved Speaker Quality Despite Being Thinner (Improved Bass and Treble Processing)
12:58 - 14:11
8. 🔋 Battery: Increased Capacity and Charging Speed
- ✅ 4,300mAh Battery (300mAh Increase)
- ✅ Screen On Time 8 Hours ~ 8 Hours 30 Minutes
- ✅ Wired Charging: 25W (52% in 30 Minutes, Full Charge in 1 Hour 28 Minutes)
- ✅ Wireless Charging: 15W (37% in 30 Minutes, Full Charge in 1 Hour 51 Minutes)
14:12 - 16:47
9. ⚖️ Conclusion: Z Flip 7, the Best Flip But Still Limited
- ✅ The Best Z Flip Ever
- ✅ Wider Ratio, Full External Screen, Thinner Thickness, Increased Battery
- ✅ Sufficient Performance for Daily Use
- ✅ Price Frozen Unlike Fold 7
- ⚠️ Lack of Innovative Changes Compared to Fold 7
- ⚠️ Still Thicker Than Fold, Limited External Screen Use
- ⚠️ Repair Burden if Internal Screen is Damaged
👍 The Best Upgrade for Existing Flip Users, Still a 'Flip' for New Users