Samsung unveiled its two newest foldable smartphones, the Galaxy Z Flip4 and Galaxy Z Fold4, at the Unpacked 2022 conference. In categories like build, display, camera, battery, and customisation, both phones greatly outperform their predecessors.
Samsung claimed that the industry had entered this stage and that foldable phones had fully evolved from conceptual to practical gadgets. “We’ve effectively changed this category from a radical project to a mainstream device lineup enjoyed by millions globally,” Samsung Electronics President Dr. TM Roh stated.
The South Korean company claims that Z Fold4 is intended to increase productivity and offer “Samsung’s most comprehensive smartphone experience to date,” while Z Flip4 is focused on portability and personalization. Check out the details, price range, and availability of these foldables in the sections below.
Z Flip4 specs and price
| Display | Primary screen: 6.7-inch FHD+, Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz adaptive refresh rate Cover screen: 1.9-inch, Super AMOLED |
| SoC | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4nm octa-core) |
| RAM & Storage | 8GB+512GB, 8GB+256GB, 8GB+128GB |
| Camera | 12MP wide-angle camera, 12MP ultra-wide camera, 10MP selfie camera |
| OS | Android 12 (One UI 4.1.1) |
| Network | 5G, LTE 1 nano SIM, 1 eSIM |
| Battery | 3,700mAh |
| Charging | 50% charge in ~30mins Supports Super Fast Charging, Fast Wireless Charging 2.0, Wireless PowerShare |
| Protection | Gorilla Glass Victus+, IPX8 |
| Weight | 187g |
| Colors | Graphite, Blue, Bora Purple, Pink Gold |
| Price | $999 (expected for base variant) |
In addition to the aforementioned top-notch specifications, Z Flip also provides FlexCam, which opens up a variety of camera options. You may use this capability to take hands-free recordings and even group selfies at various angles when the phone is half folded. Additionally, this function has been designed to work with Meta platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp.
This time, Samsung has also made an effort to improve the cover screen’s usage. Thanks to the Quick Shot function, you can now take high-quality photos and movies without ever opening the phone. The cover window
Z Fold4 specs and price
| Display | Primary screen: 6.7-inch QXGA+, Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz adaptive refresh rate Cover screen: 6.2-inch HD+, Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz adaptive refresh rate |
| SoC | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4nm octa-core) |
| RAM & Storage | 12GB+1TB, 12GB+512GB, 12GB+256GB |
| Camera | 50MP wide-angle camera, 12MP ultra-wide camera, 10MP telephoto camera, 10MP selfie camera, 4MP under-display camera |
| OS | Android 12L (One UI 4.1.1) |
| Network | 5G, LTE Up to 2 nano SIM, 1 eSIM |
| Battery | 4,400mAh |
| Charging | 50% charge in ~30mins Supports Super Fast Charging, Fast Wireless Charging 2.0, Wireless PowerShare |
| Protection | Gorilla Glass Victus+, IPX8 |
| Weight | 263g |
| Colors | Phantom Black, Beige, Graygreen |
| Price | $1,799 (expected for base variant) |
In addition to the aforementioned capabilities, Android 12L on the ZFold4 brings an Android experience tailored for large screens. Improved multitasking and efficiency are made possible by new improvements like a redesigned taskbar and numerous swiping motions. Because of a joint venture with Google and Microsoft, Fold4 can easily handle practical functions like drag-and-drop. Additionally, the S Pen improves even more on the PC-like capabilities that Fold4 promises to offer.
Little is known at this time concerning the launch of these products. The pre-ordering (pre-reserving) option, however, is currently open. Here’s a clear comparison to assist you decide if you’re having difficulties deciding between Z Flip3 and Z Flip4 or between Z Fold3 and ZFold4.
