Samsung's latest innovation, the Galaxy Z Fold 7, allegedly falls short in its quest to surpass the thinnest foldable device in its lineup.
Ready for the Slimmest Foldable Battle?
Looks like the race for the world's thinnest foldable phone is heating up! The Honor Magic V5, with a thickness of 8.8mm (folded), is poised to dethrone the current title holder, the Oppo Find N5, and even its predecessor, the Magic V3. Mind you, that 8.8mm measurement doesn't include the phone's camera bump[1].
When up against non-foldable heavyweights like the Galaxy S25 Ultra (8.2mm) and iPhone 16 Pro Max (8.3mm), the V5 should slide comfortably into your pocket without feeling bulky[2].
Hold your horses, 'cause Samsung's not backing down. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 is rumored to be in the pipeline, with whispers of a thinner design than the V5. But, Honor's got some confidence, stating that the V5 will maintain its title as the slimmest foldable device in 2025[3].
Samsung's been boasting about its forthcoming Galaxy Z series, claiming it'll be the thinnest, lightest, and most advanced foldable yet[4]. However, based on reports, the Z Fold 7 is expected to surpass the 8.8mm mark when folded. Possible measurements suggest it could be between 9.5mm and 9mm folded, and as thin as 4.5mm when unfolded[5][6].
If these figures hold true, the Z Fold 7 will significantly edge out its predecessor, the Galaxy Z Fold 6, which is currently 12.1mm folded and 5.6mm unfolded[7]. But remember, the V5 still takes the crown for the thinnest foldable, at least according to Honor's claims.
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For the Record:While the exact thickness of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is yet to be confirmed, rumors suggest it'll measure between 9.5mm and 9mm folded and between 3.9mm to 4.5mm unfolded[8]. This would make it considerably thinner compared to most current foldable phones, like the Honor Magic V5, which typically measure around 14mm or more when folded and 6mm or more when unfolded[9].
Samsung's push for a slimmer design is a clear indication of the company's dedication to advancements in the foldable segment, potentially setting new benchmarks for portability and sleekness[10]. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting race!
The Honor Magic V5 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 are competing to be the world's thinnest foldable smartphones, with the V5 boasting a thickness of 8.8mm (when folded) compared to the Galaxy Z Fold 7, rumored to be between 9.5mm and 9mm folded.
In the market filled with gadgets, the technology race for the slimmest foldable smartphones, like the Honor Magic V5 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, is creating a buzz.
