Comparing Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Galaxy Z Flip 4: how different is the new flip phone from the old?

Samsung has unveiled a brand new range of foldable phones, tablets and smartwatches at its Galaxy Unpacked event. While the Galaxy Z Fold 5 saw incremental upgrades, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 comes with a major upgrade for its cover display. We compare it with last year’s Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 to get a better idea of how much has changed.

The new clamshell foldable from Samsung, the Galaxy Z Flip 5, starts at Rs 99,999 for the 256GB variant. The 512GB variant will set you back at Rs 1,09,999. There are pre-order benefits of up to Rs 20,000 till August 17 for the Indian market.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 vs Z Flip 4 specs and price in India

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 vs Z Flip 4: cover screen

At first glance, the biggest difference between the phones is the larger cover of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5. Samsung calls it the “Flex Window” which is 3.78 times larger than the previous screen size and has 1600-nits peak brightness. It provides Multi Widget View, with more customization options, including watch faces from the newly-launched Galaxy Watch6 series, Samsung Wallet access, Quick Settings, and Quick Reply with a full QWERTY keyboard.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 vs Z Flip 4: design, performance and camera

The new Flex Hinge with a dual rail structure diffuses external impacts better and enables the phone to have a no-gap design when folded. Gorilla Glass Victus+ on the Galaxy Z Flip 4 has been replaced with the newer generation Gorilla Glass Victus 2. Flex Mode has made a comeback on the device and leverages the bigger cover screen with more FlexCam options and a clearer Dual Preview.

For performance, the new Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Mobile platform for Galaxy Z Flip 5 is specially optimised for Samsung flagships and delivers uto 3.36Ghz peak clock speed. When it comes to the camera, the only hardware difference is a slightly upgraded selfie camera with a better aperture and field of view. Samsung is promising improved Nightography capabilities that optimise photos and videos in ambient lighting conditions.

Samsung is claiming that the new model is more sustainable thanks to a wider variety of recycled materials than the previous generation. The paper used for packaging box is made using 100% recycled material. The phone will feature the same 4-year OS upgrade and 5-year security patch support. There is only a USB-C cable in-box, the same as earlier.