The original Samsung Galaxy Fold debuted in 2019, and for several years, no one challenged Samsung’s dominance in the wacky world of expensive foldables. Now, competition is heating up with the likes of the Google Pixel Fold, and more foldable Android phones are on the horizon. With five generations of foldable phones under its belt, Samsung didn’t take any big chances with the Z Fold 5. It’s still a brick of a phone, but the new flat-folding hinge is a delight, and there’s no phone in the world that’ll multitask as well. But is even the best foldable worth almost two grand? Let’s hash it out in our Galaxy Z Fold 5 review.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 review: At a glance
- What is it? The Galaxy Z Fold 5 is Samsung’s flagship foldable for 2023, replacing the Z Fold 4 in the lineup.
- What is the price? The Z Fold 5 continues the tradition of exorbitantly expensive foldables with its $1,799.99 starting price (£1,749 in the UK, €1,899 in other regions of Europe, and CAD $2,399 in Canada).
- Where can you buy it? You can get the Galaxy Z Fold 5 (unlocked or carrier) directly from Samsung, but all major US carriers will also have them in stores. The unlocked phone is also available on Amazon.
- How did we test it? I tested the Z Fold 5 for one week. The review unit was supplied by Samsung.
- Is it worth it? If you want the most powerful foldable mobile device that fits in your pocket, the Galaxy Z Fold 5 is it — assuming you can stomach the price.
What I like about the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
