- A YouTuber put the new Galaxy Z Fold 5 through a torture test.
- Despite the abuse, the Fold 5 managed to continue working.
- The same tests did much more damage to Google’s Pixel Fold.
With pre-order sales higher than they’ve ever been for Samsung’s foldables, it’s clear people are buying into the foldable movement. However, those numbers may be even higher if Samsung could convince consumers that its foldables are sturdy. While they may never be as durable as a traditional slab phone — due to more moving parts — it appears the Galaxy Z Fold 5 holds up pretty well against abuse, especially compared to its closest competitor.
A YouTuber well known for his durability tests, JerryRigEverything, did what he does best and put the Fold 5 through his torture test. The test involves multiple parts ranging from scratch resistance to dust and dirt resistance. At one point, he even takes a flame to the external and main screens. Finally, finishing off the video with an attempt to break the handset by bending it backward.