Galaxy Z Flip7 And Flip7 FE are Coming—But Don’t Expect Any Big Durability Upgrade
Samsung is all set to unveil its new foldables, the Galaxy Z Flip7 and the first-ever Z Flip7 FE, at the upcoming Unpacked event on July 9.
But before the launch hype builds up too much, let’s pause because there’s one area that hasn’t changed much that is durability.
No Major IP Rating Upgrade This Year
According to Gizmochina, a recent EPREL (European Product Registry for Energy Labelling) listing has made it officia. Both Z Flip7 and Flip7 FE come with an IP48 rating, the same as the Flip6. What this means in simple terms is that you’re getting:
- Limited dust protection (only against particles larger than 1mm)
- Water resistance up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes
Now, if you are expecting a full dust-proof foldable this year, this could be a bit of a letdown. And it’s not just the Flip7 series, the Galaxy Z Fold7 is also sticking with IP48.
Meanwhile, competitors like vivo X Fold5 and Honor Magic V5 have taken the lead with higher IP59 ratings. That makes them more rugged and better protected, especially in dusty Indian conditions.
Samsung’s decision to stay at IP48 isn’t a downgrade, but for those expecting a leap in durability, it definitely won’t feel like a win.
Battery Life Sees a Quiet But Welcome Boost
Let’s shift to something more positive. The battery upgrades. The Galaxy Z Flip7 now comes with a slightly bigger 4,300mAh battery (4,174mAh rated).
It’s not a good jump from the Flip6’s 4,000mAh, but here’s the twist: the new Flip7 is thinner than before. Folded, it’s just 13.7mm, and unfolded, only 6.5mm.
Samsung has likely achieved this space efficiency thanks to the Exynos 2500 chip powering the Flip7.
If you want a slick, foldable experience without compromising on battery, this could be a solid plus.
According to internal product spec sheets, the Flip7 promises up to 42 hours of usage on a single charge. And its battery is designed to hold 80% capacity even after 2,000 charge cycles. This means long-term durability on the battery front looks good.
Flip7 FE Looks Less Expensive Foldable, But How Much Does it Compromise?
The real surprise this year is the Flip7 FE, Samsung’s first budget-friendly foldable. And yes, it’s mostly a reworked version of the Flip6, but it brings decent specs for its expected price bracket.
Here’s what you get:
- 4,000mAh battery (3,887mAh rated)
- Exynos 2400 chip
- Up to 37 hours of usage on a full charge
- Battery longevity of 80% health till 1,700 charge cycles
So while it does sit below the Flip7 in both battery size and chipset, the Flip7 FE looks to hit the sweet spot for buyers who want to experience foldables without crossing ₹1 lakh.
What Else Do We Know?
Apart from battery and water-dust resistance, the European product labels also confirmed a few more things:
- User-replaceable batteries in both Flip7 and Flip7 FE
- A repairability score of 2.96 out of 10 (C rating), which is in line with other Samsung foldables
- Official cases for the Flip7 have already leaked online
So yes, while Samsung hasn’t confirmed everything just yet, these leaks give us a solid idea of what to expect.
So, What Should You Do Now?
If you’re hoping Samsung would finally offer full dust resistance on its foldables, this might not be your year.
But if battery longevity and refined form factors matter more to you, then both Flip7 and Flip7 FE look like decent upgrades.
Of course, the full picture including price in India will be clear on July 9 at Galaxy Unpacked. Until then, this leak has already told us what won’t be changing.
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