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TheGalaxy Z Flip 5 and the Galaxy Z Fold 5.

I had high hopes for the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold line when it first arrived.

Man putting Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 into suit pocket.

The full specs and features of the Galaxy Z Fold 5.

I always assumed the Flip would have more incremental hardware updates with it being the gear for the masses.

The Fold though would be Samsung’s way of really experimenting with hardware and pushing some boundaries.

These are welcome improvements, but they don’t exactly set the phone world alight.

All of the specs and features of the Galaxy Z Fold 5

The full specs and features of the Galaxy Z Fold 5.

Samsung is coasting at best and the competition is not.

Samsung is coasting at best and the competition is not.

Now I’m not saying thatthe Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 isn’t tempting.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 with red skin on the back held up in the sun.

The Galaxy Z Fold 4 is still a great option.

It is, especially when you’re addicted to getting new tech.

I’m not saying any names.

Yes, even that absolutely terrible 4mp under display camera.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5: from $799.99 at Samsung

Of course, those ISP improvements from the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 will help a little.

Battery life will be improved and enough of a reason for some.

The TSMC manufactured 8+ Gen 1 though is still a peach of an SoC.

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The Galaxy Fold 4 also has the same outer screen.

Same battery size and the same 25w charging speeds.

But here’s the biggest reason to get the Fold 4.

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It can be had in some places for around half the price of the Galaxy Fold 5.

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 is definitely a great option there’s no doubt about that.

The Pixel Fold solves this problem and also features better cameras than the Galaxy Fold.

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But you could get one for the exact same price as the Fold 5.

Samsung needs to decide on a path to take.

What you decide to get will no doubt depend on your budget and the feature set you require.

Galaxy Z Fold5 512GB (Verizon)

Samsung is still the market leader on foldables, and many will opt for them on that basis.

Samsung need to decide on a path to take.

I would prefer the latter.

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you’re able to be sure people would pay for more impressive hardware and features.

The competition really isn’t standing still; they’re aiming to leap ahead.

Also see:Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5|Samsung Galaxy Watch6|Samsung Galaxy Tab S9

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