Samsung has recently launched its latest foldable smartphone, the Samsung Z Fold 5. This device is now available at Mobilehub Kenya. In this review, we will take a closer look at the technical specifications, design, display, software and performance, camera details, battery life and charging, pros and cons, alternatives, and our verdict.

Review Snapshot (Technical Specifications)

• Dimensions (Unfolded): 154.9 x 129.9 x 6.1 mm
• Dimensions (Folded): 154.9 x 67.1 x 13.4 mm
• Weight: 253 g
• Display: Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 7.6 inches
• Resolution: 1812 x 2176 pixels
• OS: Android 13, One UI 5.1.1
• Chipset: Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
• CPU: Octa-core (1×3.36 GHz Cortex-X3 & 2×2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2×2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3×2.0 GHz Cortex-A510)
• GPU: Adreno 740
• RAM: 12GB
• Storage: 256GB/512GB/1TB
• Rear Camera: Triple Camera -50 MP, f/1.8, 23mm (wide), Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS; -10 MP, f/2.4, (telephoto), PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom; -12 MP, f/2.2, 123˚ (ultrawide), LED flash, HDR, panorama
• Front Camera: Single Camera -4 MP, f/1.8, under display
• Battery: Li-Po 4400 mAh non-removable battery
• Charging: Fast charging up to 25W

Samsung Z Fold 5 Review: Design

The Samsung Z Fold5 has a clamshell design that is both stylish and practical. The phone is slim and lightweight when folded and can easily fit into your pocket or purse.

Samsung Z Fold 5 Review: Display

The Samsung Z Fold5 features a foldable Dynamic AMOLED display that measures 7.6 inches when unfolded and has a resolution of 1812 x 2176 pixels.

Samsung Z Fold 5 Review: Software and Performance

The Samsung Z Fold5 runs on Android 13 with One UI 5.1.1 on top and is powered by the Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset with an octa-core CPU clocked at up to 3.36 GHz.

Samsung Z Fold 5 Review: Camera Details

The Samsung Z Fold5 features a triple-camera setup on the rear with a primary camera of resolution of f/1.8 and an ultrawide camera of resolution f/2.2 with LED flash, HDR and panorama support.

Samsung Z Fold 5 Review: Battery Life and Charging

The Samsung Z Fold5 comes with a non-removable Li-Po battery with a capacity of up to 4400 mAh that supports fast charging up to 25W.

Samsung Z Fold 5 Review: Pros and Cons

• Slim and lightweight design.
• Foldable Dynamic AMOLED display.
• Fast charging up to 25W
• Expensive.
• Only three rear cameras.

Samsung Z Fold 5 Review: Alternatives

If you are looking for an alternative to the Samsung Z Fold5, you might consider the Motorola Razr (2023) or the Huawei Mate Xs.

Verdict

The Samsung Z Fold5 is an excellent foldable smartphone that offers great performance and features in a stylish clamshell design. The device’s foldable Dynamic AMOLED display is one of its standout features along with its fast charging capabilities.

Available Now, at MobileHub Kenya.