Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7: Price, specs and cheapest plans

Samsung's slimmer and more pocket-friendly foldable smartphone is finally getting an updated design.

If you're unsure whether the new Galaxy Z Flip 7 is what you're looking for, we're here to help you find your way. In this guide, we've compiled a full rundown of everything you need to know about Samsung's next foldable flip phone. 

Regardless of whether you're after the more general gist or an in-depth breakdown of the specs, we've got you covered. From how it compares to the Galaxy Z Flip 6 to when you can get your hands on the device and how much it will cost in Australia, here's everything you need to know about the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7.

Telstra, Optus, and Vodafone are all offering the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 on a plan. No matter which telco you go with, you'll get to choose between a 24-month plan or a 36-month plan. A 36-month plan will always be cheaper, but it means you're paying your phone off over a longer period of time. A 24-month plan is more expensive, but you'll own your Galaxy Z Flip 7 quicker.

Here's a look at 36-month plans for the 256GB Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7:

Here are 36-month plans for 512GB Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7: 

If you'd prefer a shorter repayment term, here are 24-month plans for the 256GB Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7:

Here are 24-month plans for the 512GB Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7

If you were hoping that Samsung's new Galaxy Z Flip 7 might have a price-tag to match its slimmer form-factor, I've got some bad news. When it comes to the asking price, the new device slots in $300 above the starting price of the new Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE at $1799.

For a sense of how that sum compares to the rest of Samsung's foldable phone roster, check out the pricing table below.

The specs might have been gotten the usual bump upwards and the design might have undergone a face-lift, but the overall appeal of the Galaxy Z Flip 7 remains the same as its predecessors. It's a cheaper and more compact choice for those still care about premium specs but don't necessarily need or want the larger tablet-sized inner display found with the Galaxy Z Fold 7.

• Slimmer design: At 6.5mm when unfolded, this is Samsung's thinnest Galaxy smartphone to date.
• Larger cover display: The 4.1-inch screen on the outside of the Galaxy Z Flip 7 is bigger than the 3.4-inch one found on the previous model.
  
• Bigger battery: The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 features a larger 4300mAh battery.

Let's cut to the chase: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7's biggest selling point is that it features a new edge-to-edge cover display that brings it in line with its competition from the likes of Motorola. Those who pick up the foldable will find they have a 4.1-inch screen (clocked at 120Hz) to work with on the outside, which is up from the 3.4-inches found on the previous model.

This comes complemented by a larger 6.9-inch screen (also clocked at 120Hz) on the inside. In size, the inner display on Samsung's more compact foldable smartphone is now comparable to the one found on the Galaxy S25 Plus. Despite those larger screens, the overall form factor of the Galaxy Z Flip 7 is notably slimmer than its predecessors. Unfolded, the device is only 6.5mm thin.

Where last year's Galaxy Z Flip 6 shared a processor with its big brother, this year's Galaxy Z Flip 7 eschews the latest silicon from Qualcomm in favor of Samsung's own Exynos 2500 processor.

Those who keep score already likely know the deal here. Even if the Exynos 2500 does offer some decent improvements over its respective predecessors, it's hard to overlook the reality that the rest of Samsung's premium line-up runs on Snapdragon instead. We haven't had the chance to test-drive the hardware to see how the two devices compare just yet but the fact that Samsung opted for Snapdragon over Exynos in its most expensive devices says something about which one might offer better overall performance.

Past that, the Galaxy Z Flip 7 comes with the same 12GB of RAM and storage variants as its predecessor. Those who want to save a few bucks will have to get by with 256GB. Doubling that to 512GB will cost you an extra $200 up front.

In contrast, one area where the Galaxy Z Flip 7 differs from its predecessor is the battery. Last year's device had a 4000mAh battery inside it. This year's model ups the ante to 4300mAh. Even if the larger displays found here come at a cost when it comes to power consumption, it's probably safe to expect some sort of improvement when it comes to the everyday battery life offered by the Galaxy Z Flip 7.

Although Samsung has taken the chance to give the exterior of the Galaxy Z Flip a tune-up, there's not much to talk about here in terms of camera features. This year's smaller Galaxy foldable comes with the same 50MP wide-angle lens and 12MP ultra-wide lens found on last year's model. 

There might be some improvements when it comes to image processing, courtesy of the new Exynos chipset and Samsung's ProVisual Engine. All the same, it's probably safe to assume that the Galaxy Z Flip 7's camera will deliver results pretty similar to that of its predecessor. 

Yes, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 comes with 5G connectivity on par with what you can find in the rest of the Galaxy S25 lineup. Of course, you'll need to be located in an area with 5G coverage in order to actually make use of this feature. To see where is 5G available in Australia, use the coverage map below.

The only three mobile providers in Australia that offer Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 plans are the big three: Optus, Vodafone, and Telstra.

Regardless of which provider you pick, you plan will be structured the same way so be sure to pick the one that best suits your individual needs. Optus, Telstra, and Vodafone offer a variety of perks and plan features, which we'll cover below.

Firstly though, you'll want to consider coverage. When it comes to size, the Telstra network has a well-earned reputation for offering the widest coverage in Australia. Optus sits in second place and Vodafone is a close third thanks to a new network sharing agreement with Optus. As a result,Vodafone customers in regional and rural areas now use the Optus network.

Optus' smallest plan has a big 50GB of data, which is well above the average national usage. There's also data sharing if you have multiple plans on the same account, which can be handy for families. 

That said, Optus' Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 plans include more than just a bigger data allowance. The more expensive options also come with unlimited international calls to select destinations. That's great to have if you're looking to keep in touch with friends and family overseas. If you're planning to travel abroad yourself, Optus has good roaming add-ons too. You can score 5GB of data and unlimited local talk & text for $5 per day when roaming in select countries.

It's also worth remembering that Optus mobile plans come with no data overage fees. If you go over your monthly data limit, you won't incur any unexpectedly high fees but you will have you speed capped at 1.5Mbps until the end of your current billing cycle. 

Optus customers also get access to SubHub – a platform that lets you combine multiple subscription services (such as Netflix, Microsoft 365, and others) into a single bill, along with a 5% or 10% discount, depending on whether you sync two or three or more services.

Vodafone's Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 plans are just a little cheaper than Optus when it comes to pricing. As opposed to Optus, the smallest plan is 60GB (excluding promotions), which is much higher than the average national usage. All its plans come with unlimited international texts to select countries, and the more-expensive plans have international call inclusions.

Again, as with Optus, there's plenty of data and perks like no excess data fees. Instead of cutting you off, Vodafone slows your connection to 2Mbps once you pass your monthly limit. This is slightly faster than the 1.5Mbps speed cap that Optus and Telstra employ. However, like its rivals, Vodafone's plans don't include any data banking or rollover for unused data.

That said, you can share data between multiple Vodafone mobile plans if they are attached to the same account. You'll also save between 5% and 20% off your total monthly bill, depending on how many services you bundle together. This discount doesn't include any hardware repayments but it's a neat bonus regardless.

In any case, Vodafone's best feature is its international roaming. For just $5 per day, you can use your phone as you normally would while overseas. This kicks in automatically when our phone connects to an overseas network and lasts for 24 hours. It's one of the best roaming options on the market for both value and ease of use.

On the other hand,  Vodafone's biggest drawback is network coverage. Its 4G network is only slightly smaller than the other two networks (98.4% population coverage for Vodafone, compared to the 99.7% of Telstra and 98.5% of Optus), its 5G network is small enough that Vodafone is the only major network provider to hold back on publishing clear 5G coverage figures. 

Telstra's Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 plans are the most expensive, but Australia's biggest telco is also well known for its wider network coverage and all the perks you'd expect given the premium price.

Once again, the smallest plan has 50GB. This is far higher than the average Australian uses each month and while there are no overage charges for going past your data limit (instead you're slowed to 1.5Mbps), there's no data banking or rollover to let hang onto your unused data. Fortunately, as with the other big three providers, you can share data between up to 10 mobile services on the same eligible account.

All Telstra's Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 plans come with 30 minutes of international calls to all destinations – not a lot of minutes, but without the usual limit on number of countries that are included. International calling packs are available for additional minutes.

Roaming is relatively easy to do, but not as affordable as Optus or Telstra in most circumstances. Traveling in New Zealand will cost you $5 per day, but most other countries are $10 per day. You'll get 2GB to use per day. 

Finally, you've got the Telstra Plus system. You earn points based on eligible plan payments. You can use these put towards purchases from the Telstra Plus Rewards store, such tech, gadgets, and gift cards. You can also get discounted movie tickets, pre-sale tickets for concerts, and more.

In any case, Telstra's biggest selling point is still the size of its network. With a population coverage of 99.7% for 4G, Telstra sits ahead of Optus' 98.5% and Vodafone's 98.4%. When it comes to 5G, Telstra offers an even bigger lead. With 91% of the population covered with 5G, it's comfortably ahead of Optus' 80.5%. Meanwhile, Vodafone doesn't even publish clear 5G coverage stats, so there's no comparison to be made there.