I’ve been covering phone launches for years now, and it’s safe to say that Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 7 has generated plenty of hype this time around – especially if you’re looking for one of this year’s best foldable phones.

Samsung's latest foldable, the Galaxy Z Fold 7, was unveiled at the July 9, 2025, Unpacked event and will ship on July 25, 2025, following pre orders that are now available at numerous retailers. It will bring a plethora of new features to the table, alongside a slimmer, more stylish design.

If you’re looking to grab Samsung’s latest device, then look no further – as this guide covers everything around the Samsung Z Fold 7 release date, key specifications, pricing, design updates, and all the pre order bonuses available. Samsung's newest flagship foldable brings a bigger screen and slimmer profile while packing next-gen cameras and AI features – making it a potential candidate for one of the best phones of 2025.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 release date and availability

Samsung officially announced the Galaxy Z Fold 7 during its Galaxy Unpacked event on July 9, 2025. Pre orders began immediately that day, and the phone will be generally available on July 25, 2025.

In some regions, like the UK, delivery estimates even showed July 22, ahead of the official date. As of launch, the Z Fold 7 will be sold worldwide by Samsung and its carriers and retailers. Samsung's website offers the device unlocked; carriers such as Verizon and AT&T will also carry it, often with trade-in and bundle deals.

Latest price and pre order bonuses

The Galaxy Z Fold 7 is Samsung's most expensive smartphone right now, and for obvious reasons. Pricing starts at $1,999 (USD) in the US for the base model and £1,799 (GBP) in the UK. This is about $100 more than the Fold 6 on its respective launch. Storage tiers include 256 GB, 512 GB, and 1 TB (the 1 TB model bumps RAM from 12 GB to 16 GB).

Like always, Samsung and partnering retailers are sweetening early orders with pre order incentives. For example, in the US, Samsung's e-store is offering a free upgrade to 512 GB if you pre-order, plus a $300 Samsung credit redeemable on accessories like Galaxy Buds or Watches. Alternatively, U.S. buyers can get up to $1,000 off via trade-in programs. Carriers are also running promotions, including steep trade-in credits. In the UK and EU, Samsung's official site and local partners similarly offer bonus credit or accessory bundles with pre orders. These will include free memory upgrades, PayPal cashback, or other limited-time deals.

New design and display upgrades

The Galaxy Z Fold 7 has been completely re-engineered for a slimmer, lighter build. It measures just 8.9 mm thick when folded and 4.2 mm when open, making it the thinnest Fold ever. It also weighs only 215 grams, which is 24 g less than last year's Fold 6. Samsung achieved this via a redesigned Armor FlexHinge with a waterdrop rail structure and new materials: a grade-4 titanium lattice under the screen plus 50% thicker ultra-thin glass (UTG) for strength. Gorilla Glass Victus 2 covers the back panel, and the cover display uses new Ceramic 2 Gorilla Glass for improved durability.

The cover display on the Fold 7 is now 6.5 inches with a wider 21:9 aspect ratio, compared to the Fold 6's 6.3-inch panel. The main screen grows 11% larger to an 8.0-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel, up from 7.6 inches. Both panels support a smooth adaptive 120 Hz refresh rate and high brightness up to 2600 nits. The crease at the fold is reportedly less visible, and the new display is brighter and more vibrant. The wider aspect ratio and Full HD+ resolution (2520×1080) make everyday use feel more natural. Samsung is offering the Z Fold 7 in four colors: Blue Shadow, Jetblack, Silver Shadow, and an exclusive Mint finish (only available through Samsung's website).

Key specifications

The Galaxy Z Fold 7 is a no-compromise flagship. It runs on a custom Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy chip, the same next-gen silicon used in the Galaxy S25 Ultra, paired with 12 GB of RAM (or 16 GB on the 1 TB model). Storage options include 256 GB, 512 GB, and 1 TB, with no microSD slot. The battery capacity is 4,400 mAh, split into two cells. Charging support includes 25 W wired (fast-charging to ~50% in ~30 minutes) and 15 W wireless.

On the software side, the Fold 7 ships with Android 16 and Samsung's One UI 8. It introduces advanced Galaxy AI features optimized for the large foldable screen – including enhanced Circle-to-Search, improved voice-to-text with Audio Eraser, and a side-by-side photo editor. Samsung is promising seven years of OS and security updates for this model.

Cameras and multimedia

Samsung went all-out on cameras, equipping the rear with an array of options, including a 200-megapixel main sensor (borrowed from the S25 Ultra), a 12 MP ultrawide lens, and a 10 MP telephoto with 3x optical zoom. Samsung replaced the under-display selfie camera on the inner screen with a standard 10 MP sensor, dramatically improving image quality. A second 10 MP front camera sits in the cover screen's punch-hole.

Samsung highlights features like 8K AI Super Steady video and improved night photography, leveraging AI to enhance detail and brightness. The 200 MP sensor reportedly delivers 44% brighter images and four times more detail compared to the 50 MP sensor from the Fold 6. Combined with stereo speakers and 120 Hz displays, the Fold 7 delivers a top-tier multimedia and gaming experience.

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Final thoughts

Overall, the Z Fold 7 is a clear evolution of Samsung's foldable design: slimmer, lighter, with a larger and more usable screen, vastly improved cameras, and meaningful software upgrades. For those coming from older Fold models – or even Fold 6 – the Galaxy Z Fold 7 is a compelling upgrade for anyone seeking the most advanced smartphone Samsung has to offer.

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