Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 is releasing earlier than usual, it is arriving on the market on August 11, 2023.
Highlights of Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
Samsung is set to introduce the latest addition to its Flip phone series with the Galaxy Z Flip5. This new model boasts an enhanced hinge design, a narrower gap when folded, and a more compact cover screen compared to its predecessor, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4. The starting price is officially at Rs. 139,999, offering 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage.
- Redesigned Hinge
- Larger Cover Screen
- Enhanced Display
- Powerful Performance with Ample Storage
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 Overview
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 is a very similar and enhanced version of its predecessor, addressing issues with a redesigned hinge for a completely flat fold a larger “Flex Window” cover screen offering versatile functionality, and improved camera capabilities. In this article, we discuss the specifications, features, different storage prices, and availability of Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 in Nepal.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 Specifications
| Dimensions | Unfolded: 165.1 x 71.9 x 6.9 mm Folded: 85.1 x 71.9 x 15.1 mm Weight: 187 grams |
| Display | Main screen: 6.7-inch, Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 Cover screen: 3.4-inch, Super AMOLED (Flex Window), Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| Resolution | Main screen: 2640 x 1080 pixels Cover screen: 720 x 748 pixels |
| IP rating | IPX8 water resistance |
| OS | Android 13, One UI 5.1.1 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (1×3.36 GHz Cortex-X3 & 2×2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2×2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3×2.0 GHz Cortex-A510) |
| GPU | Adreno 740 |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM, 256GB | 512GB storage |
| Rear Camera | 12MP, f/1.8, 24mm wide, Dual pixel PAF, OIS 12MP, f/2.2, 123 degrees ultrawide |
| Selfie camera | 10MP, f/2.2, 26mm wide |
| Sensors | Side-mounted fingerprint sensor, Accelerometer, Barometer, Gyro, Proximity, Compass, Samsung Pay (Visa, MasterCard certified) |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, 5.3 Bluetooth, |
| Battery | Li-Po 3700 mAh, non-removable |
| Charging | 25W wired, 15W wireless, 4.5W reverse wireless |
| Colors | Lavender | Cream | Graphite | Mint |
Design and Display
The phone maintains its elegant design, while enhancing its hinge, allowing the phone to fold perfectly flat, eradicating the gap seen in the previous Galaxy Z Flip 4. This improved hinge tackles issues of bulkiness and dust ingress, providing a more streamlined and dependable flip phone experience.
It gets complete flatness upon fold, making up with the redesigned slimmer hinge. Likewise, it has an enlarged cover screen, termed the “Flex Window”, extending from end to end. However, it does not entirely span the entire front like the Motorola Razr 40 Ultra. Measuring 3.4 inches, the Flex Window’s size is substantially larger compared to the 1.9-inch cover screen of its predecessor. Protected by Gorilla Glass Victus 2, the Flex Window boasts a resolution of 720 x 748 pixels.
The Flex Window cover screen offers impressive functionality, enabling users to respond to messages, initiate calls, check weather updates, and access their wallets. Enhanced navigation through crisscross gestures and Multi Widget View simplifies usage. Customization options empower users to personalize the Flex Window, making the Galaxy Z Flip5 a significant advancement over the prior Flip4.
As for the main screen, it fluents minimal bezels and a center hole-punch cutout for the selfie camera. This Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel supports a 120Hz refresh rate and HDR10+. With a size of 6.7 inches, it contributes to approximately 85.5% of the device’s screen-to-body ratio, featuring a resolution of 1080 x 2640 pixels and a pixel density of 426 pixels per inch.
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Performance and Storage
Powering this flip phone is a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Chipset for Galaxy, built on a 4nm process while showcasing an octa-core CPU configuration. This includes a high-performance Cortex-X3 core at 3.36 GHz, two Cortex-A715 and two Cortex-A710 cores at 2.8 GHz, and three power-efficient Cortex-A510 cores at 2.0 GHz. The chipset has energy-efficient cores for optimized multitasking. Adreno 740 handles graphics ensuring smooth graphics rendering and supporting advanced features like HDR10+, while the operating system is Android 13 with Samsung’s One UI 5.1 UI.
Standardized with 8GB of RAM, the base storage has been elevated from 128GB to 256GB, with a higher 512GB variant available. The base storage has been upgraded to 256GB, with an option for 512GB, providing ample space for apps, photos, and files.
Cameras
The camera system comprises a dual-camera setup, featuring a 12 MP primary sensor with f/1.8 aperture, 1.8µm pixel size, Dual Pixel PDAF, and Optical Image Stabilization (OIS). Moreover, there’s a 12 MP ultra-wide camera with f/2.2 aperture and 123˚ field of view. Plus it is equipped with LED flash, HDR, and panorama mode. Video capabilities include 4K at 30/60fps, 1080p at 60/240fps, and 720p at 960fps for captivating slow-motion content. HDR10+ support enhances photo and video quality.
For the selfie camera, it integrates a 10 MP sensor with f/2.2 aperture and 1.22µm pixel size while recording 4K videos at 30fps. The larger Flex Window aids in capturing high-resolution selfies and videos while facilitating better framing.
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Battery & Connectivity
Fueled by a non-removable 3700 mAh Li-Po battery, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 supports wired charging via a 25W charger, along with 15W wireless charging and 4.5W reverse wireless charging. The battery endurance allows for extended audio playback and video watching.
Connectivity encompasses Wi-Fi 802.11 standards, including a/b/g/n/ac/6e, ensuring rapid and stable wireless connections. Bluetooth 5.3 facilitates seamless pairing with compatible devices.
Rest of the Specs
The device integrates various sensors, such as a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, accelerometer, barometer, gyro, proximity, and compass. It is certified for Samsung Pay, enabling effortless mobile payments through Visa and MasterCard. The Galaxy Z Flip5 is offered in a wide range of colors, including Lavender, Cream, Graphite, and Mint.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 Price in Nepal And Availability
In Nepal, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 is officially at Rs. 139,999 for 8GB RAM and 256GB storage. It is officially said to be released on August 11, 2023, at an event held in Seoul, South Korea. Commencing from the 13th of August, it will be available for pre-orders in Nepal, accompanied by alluring pre-booking incentives that could encompass a complimentary smartwatch and a one-year breakage insurance plan.
| Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 | Price in Nepal (Official) |
| 8/256GB | NPR 139,999 |
Conclusion
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 builds upon the foundation of its predecessor, the Galaxy Z Flip 4, with several impressive upgrades. The Flip 5 features a redesigned hinge for a fully flat fold, a larger 3.4-inch “Flex Window” cover screen, and enhanced durability with Gorilla Glass Victus+. Performance is bolstered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset, offering improved CPU and GPU capabilities.
It boasts a 10MP selfie camera, and while retaining the dual-camera setup of the Z Flip 4, it adds refinements like FlexCam for versatile group selfies. Both models share features like 25W wired charging, 15W wireless charging, and IPX8 water resistance. The Z Flip5 introduces an upgraded battery life of 3700mAh. Overall, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 is an aesthetic and modern-looking smartphone with redesigned hinge, larger cover screen, enhanced display, and powerful performance.
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