Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3

What the critics say (scores are out of 100)

100	NextPit | Camila Rinaldi The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 still needs a few more generations to become great, but that doesn't mean it isn't already amazing!...none of this is relevant to the point of making me deny that this is the most incredible smartphone of 2021 Read full review
100	The Guardian | Samuel Gibbs ...it behaves just like a regular, large-screen premium Android smartphone, but one you can close with a satisfying snap and carry in much smaller pockets or bags. Improved durability, water resistance and a lower price make it a viable and much more interesting alternative to regular smartphones Read full review
90	Android Central | Nicholas Sutrich The Galaxy Z Flip 3 is the first foldable that makes sense to recommend to most people... you'll enjoy every day with the Flip 3, even if there are some improvements Samsung could make next year. Read full review
90	Gadgets Now | Shaurya Shubham Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 can do all that your regular flagship smartphone can do -- and a lot more. This includes: Taking a selfie using the Flex mode or video calls, viewing notifications on the cover display and many other things. Read full review
86	NotebookCheck | Mike Wobker the Z Flip3 5G proves to be an all-around improved version of its predecessor. The bright display, the extremely smooth system, and the good quality of the cameras almost make this phone's distinctive feature fade into oblivion. Read full review
85	Mobile Syrup | Dean Daley Galaxy Z Flip 3 is a flagship smartphone, and while it's definitely not the most affordable phone on the market, its price tag is comparable to other high-end devices out there....the Flip 3 is the first foldable smartphone an average person might consider buying. For those looking to get this phone, I'd also consider buying a case. Read full review
85	Mashable India | Dean Daley Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip 3 is a flagship smartphone, and while it's definitely not the most affordable phone on the market, its price tag is comparable to other high-end devices out there Read full review
84	Ubergizmo | Hubert Nguyen It brings unique user experiences and a form factor adored by many. However, a shorter battery life is a factor to consider. Read full review
82	The Mobile Indian | Abhishek Malhotra At a premium price point, we feel Samsung has done a good job with the Galaxy Z Flip3, be it design, displays or cameras. However, major con is the battery life and charging speed from which one will have to suffer. Read full review
82	Engadget | Cherlynn Low The Z Flip 3 is a satisfying upgrade from the original, thanks to water resistance and a larger, more useful Cover Display...While it mostly behaves like a regular modern smartphone that you can fold in half, the Flip 3 is held back by battery life and potential durability issues. Read full review
80	Firstpost | Chandrakant Isi The Galaxy Z Flip 3 sports a futuristic look without compromising on elegance. Read full review
80	T3 | Yasmine Crossland Small and stylish, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 5G is a clamshell-style folding phone with a decent sized cover screen where you can read your messages, set timers or even take photos. While the camera system won't blow you away, everything else is pretty spot on. Read full review
80	Forbes | Ben Sin The Galaxy Z Flip 3 should be a major hit-and the first sign foldables are ready for the mainstream. Read full review
80	The Economic Times | Shaurya Shubham The Galaxy Z Flip 3 is a foldable phone with top-of-the-line specs and features. Read full review
80	Pocket-lint | Cam Bunton More importantly the technology doesn't come with a flexible phone tax. It costs less than four-figures - and that's a very big deal for what is definitely the best folding smartphone on the market in 2021. Read full review
80	NDTV Gadgets | Roydon Cerejo The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 makes a strong style statement and feels refined enough for everyday use, just like the Galaxy Z Fold 3. I have to point out again that as tough as the exterior is, the folding display still needs some tender love and care. Read full review
80	Mr Phone | Aman Rashid The Z Flip3 feels complete this year, it feels polished than ever. Not to forget, the prices are pretty much in line or even lower than many top of the line Samsung phones or even iPhones! Read full review
80	91mobiles | Deepak Dhingra The Z Flip3's diminutive size when folded, its innovative folding screen, smoother performance, and its overall flaunt value as an uber-cool device give it an extra level of oomph that could attract quite a few takers. At the end of the day, it's a stylish device that's a lot of fun to use, and that's reason enough. Read full review
80	The Telegraph | Matthew Field If you think that experience of flipping shut your smartphone is satisfying enough to warrant the purchase, then now is the time to upgrade. If, like most of us, a phone is there for WhatsApp, mindless scrolling, and the occasional call, there are other perfectly good options. Read full review
80	Input | Raymond Wong If you've been on the fence, waiting for Samsung to sort out the early adopter shortcomings that often come with cutting-edge technology like foldable phones, you can hop off now because the Z Flip 3 is good enough and affordable enough for me to recommend. Read full review
80	GadgetMatch | Michael Josh Villanueva But is the Galaxy Z Flip3 really worth it? I think so. This phone, for me, is many things. A conversation starter. A cool and trendy gadget. A bite out of the future. Read full review
80	Digital Trends | Andy Boxall The Galaxy Z Flip 3 is the first folding smartphone most people should consider buying. It's compact, powerful, and durable, and costs about the same as its competitors. Plus, it's really fun to use. Read full review
80	Android Authority | Eric Zeman The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 may not be entirely on the level with other competing flagships when it comes to performance, but the folding form factor makes up the difference thanks to its still-novel experience. Some things are worth taking a chance on and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 is one of them. Read full review
80	SlashGear | Chris Davies The Galaxy Z Flip 3's biggest achievement is that it makes a foldable design just another distinguishing factor on the spec sheet, rather than a decision that comes with significant compromises. That may not sound exciting on the face of it, but it should make a huge difference for pushing folding phones into the mainstream. Read full review
80	Trusted Reviews | Max Parker The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 is a big jump for foldable phones. While it's not as futuristic as the Z Fold 3, it's more usable and more affordable. The improvements to durability are welcome, as are the multiple screen upgrades. Read full review
80	TechRadar | David Lumb The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 is the best clamshell foldable you can buy, with specs and a price comparable with flagship phones...if you want a phone that folds up to fit in more bags and pockets, while offering the same performance as flagship phones, the Z Flip 3 is a good option to buy today. Read full review
80	Stuff | Esat Dedezade Beautifully made and delightfully quirky, the Flip 3 is an accessible folding phone that puts design first. Read full review
80	ZDNet | Matthew Miller If you are looking to buy a new phone, the Z Flip 3 5G should definitely be on your list to consider. Ordering now before launch also means you are likely to get lots of discounts and credits that make a purchase before 27 August a good idea. Read full review
80	The Verge | Dan Seifert The Z Flip 3 is Samsung applying its relentless iteration to that idea and making it something that is a normal phone, right down to the price it charges for it. Samsung has systematically checked off the boxes that made earlier Flip models purely curiosities: performance, features, price, and durability. Read full review
76	Pickr | Leigh Stark In a world of big phones, Samsung has built something amazing that is delightfully small. But that battery life is a hard sell, and unless you like sitting near a power plug, it makes the Flip 3 hard to fully recommend. Read full review
70	Tom's Guide | Jordan Palmer The Flip 3's extremely disappointing battery life gives us pause, making it difficult to recommend this phone in the end. You'll want to keep a charger or battery pack with you if you decide to go with the Galaxy Z Flip 3. Read full review

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Dimensions & Form	Form factor: Foldable Folded Dimensions: 166 x 72.2 x 6.9 mm (6.54 x 2.84 x 0.27 in) Unfolded Dimensions: 86.4 x 72.2 x 15.9 mm (3.4 x 2.84 x 0.63 in) Weight: 183 g (6.46 oz)
Screen	Folded Screen Size: 1.9 inches diagonal Folded Screen Resolution: 512 x 260 pixels Unfolded Screen Size: 6.7 inches diagonal Unfolded Screen Resolution: 2640 x 1080 pixels Display Type: Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1200 nits (peak)
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Performance	Chipset: Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 5G (5 nm) CPU: Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz Kryo 680 & 3x2.42 GHz Kryo 680 & 4x1.80 GHz Kryo 680) GPU: Adreno 660 RAM: 8GB
Camera	Main Camera: Dual lens setup: 12 MP, f/1.8, 27mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/2.2, 123° (ultrawide), 1.12µm with LED flash Secondary Camera: Single lens setup: 10 MP, f/2.4, 26mm (wide), 1.22µm
Storage	Built-in Storage: 128GB, 256GB Expandable Storage: Not Available
Battery & Charging	Capacity: 3300 mAh Removable Battery: No Wireless Charging: Yes Quick Charge: Fast charging 15W
SIM standard	Dual SIM (Nano SIM + eSIM) Compare SIM Only deals
Water & Dust Resistance	IPX8 water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins)
Fingerprint Reader	Side
References & More info	Official website GSMArena specs page