Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5G
Key specs
Critic consensus
“The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip is the flip-phone-style foldable smartphone with a 6.7-inch display that collapses in half. Its novelty will turn heads, but so will its extraordinarily high price. It now comes in 4G LTE or 5G, each with durable thin glass that makes it feel more durable than the Moto Razr foldable.”
“The Galaxy Z Flip 5G wasn’t quite the mind-blowing revelation for me that the Galaxy Z Fold 2 proved to be, but that’s due more to my personal use case and not anything lacking in the phone. We’ve seen over the last year that while there was plenty of praise for the iPhone 12 mini as a smaller device, that hasn’t translated into sales. The Galaxy Z Flip 5G gives you the best of both worlds and, with even a few upgrades to the Galaxy Z Flip 3 along with that rumored price reduction, this may be a huge year for the flip form factor.”
“The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip is easily the most well-built, hardest-working, fun to use, and best-looking flip-phone available yet. While it’s not quite as spec-loaded as some of the other flagship slab phones currently available, it does a more than respectable job of keeping up while delivering something that the others can’t — a full-size folding phone that offers few sacrifices, and that’s fun to use. The Z Flip is different, it manages to be retro while also being futuristic. It’s a solidly built little block that still manages to wow me every time I flip it open.”
“The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5G is one of our favorite phones of 2020 because it’s futuristic and downright fun to use. The newer 5G model offers significant performance improvements over its predecessor that make it worth the $80 premium. However, it’s still somewhat difficult to recommend because of its high price tag and middling cameras.”
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In Depth
The Galaxy Z Flip 5G brings a few new tricks, but it largely features the same design, specs, and functionality of the standard Galaxy Z Flip.
There’s some debate on the relevance of 5G right now. It adds some future proofing to the phone, but unless you live in an area with 5G service (and have a compatible plan) it’s not giving any benefits right now.
If you’re not concerned about 5G capability right now (or perhaps you’re a person who likes to upgrade phones often) then the standard Galaxy Z Flip would be more than enough phone.
Key differences between the Galaxy Z Flip 5G and standard Galaxy Z Flip include:
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Plus processor
- 5G connectivity
- Slightly higher price
The upgraded processor doesn’t bring much in terms of performance increases. It’s mostly about adding 5G support.
Otherwise, you’ll find things identical to the standard model. For more on what to expect, be sure to check our Galaxy Z Flip summary.
What people actually want to know
When was the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5G released?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5G was released on August 7, 2020.
How long does the battery last on the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5G has a 3,300 mAh battery.
Does the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5G support wireless charging?
Yes, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5G supports wireless charging.
Does the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5G have a headphone jack?
No, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5G does not have a headphone jack. You'll need wireless headphones or a USB-C adapter.
Does the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5G have NFC?
Yes, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5G has NFC. You can use Google Wallet, Apple Pay, and tap-to-pair with Bluetooth accessories.
Where can I get support for the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5G?
Visit Samsung's official support page for warranty info, repairs, and troubleshooting.
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