Galaxy Z Fold 7 Officially Crowned World’s Thinnest Foldable
Samsung designed the Galaxy Z Fold 7 with the firm goal of making it the thinnest foldable phone on the market. After falling behind in this regard, the company now aims to be the undisputed leader. That said, Honor continues to claim that its Magic V5 device still holds that crown. However, a new independent study has confirmed that the Galaxy Z Fold 7 is indeed the thinnest book-style foldable smartphone on the market.
When the Galaxy Z Fold 7 first arrived, its impressive 8.9mm thickness was a significant improvement over its predecessor, the Galaxy Z Fold 6. However, some official figures from rival brands, particularly the Honor Magic V5, suggested other devices might still hold the “thinnest” title. Yet, whispers in the tech community hinted that Samsung’s numbers might be conservative, while others’ might be a bit optimistic.
Study confirms that the Galaxy Z Fold 7 is the thinnest foldable phone
This speculation prompted some independent measurements using precise tools like micrometer calipers. To the surprise of many, these initial tests found that the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 truly was the slimmest book-style foldable available. Now, that data is strongly backed by a recent study from the reputable Korean Consumer-Centered Enterprise Association (KCEA).
The study compared the Galaxy Z Fold 7 against several top competitors. The list includes the Honor Magic V5, Huawei Mate X6, Vivo X Fold 5, and Xiaomi Mix Fold 4. Their findings were conclusive:
- Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7: 8.82mm
- Honor Magic V5: 9.34mm
- Huawei Mate X6: 10.47mm
- Vivo X Fold 5: 9.77mm
- Xiaomi Mix Fold 4: 9.61mm
These independent results firmly establish the Galaxy Z Fold 7 as the world’s thinnest book-style foldable display smartphone. But the accolades don’t stop there. The KCEA’s findings also indicate that the Galaxy Z Fold 7 is the lightest among its direct competitors.
This achievement is particularly noteworthy given that the Galaxy Z Fold 7 is also recognized as one of the most powerful and feature-packed devices in the foldable segment. Samsung appears to have struck a remarkable balance between cutting-edge technology, robust features, and a sleek, lightweight design. If there’s one area where the device could improve, it’s battery capacity. However, let’s hope future generations have something to say about that.
