Innovative technology showcased in the Galaxy Z Fold 7, yet it remains incapable of making significant advancements in a crucial aspect
In the ever-evolving world of foldable smartphones, Samsung's latest offering, the Galaxy Z Fold 7, has maintained a 4,400mAh battery capacity, similar to its predecessor. This decision, contrary to some competitors who are integrating larger batteries and advanced technologies, is a strategic move by Samsung to prioritise a slim design, efficient hardware, and a larger main screen[1][3].
The Fold 7, with its sleek profile, is slimmer than many of its competitors boasting larger batteries, such as the Oppo Find N5[2][4]. Samsung's focus on design is evident, as they opt for a form factor that balances portability with functionality.
Power efficiency plays a significant role in the Fold 7's battery life. The device is equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, which contributes to the phone's power efficiency, allowing it to sustain battery life similar to or better than its predecessors[1]. Early testing suggests that the Fold 7 can last approximately a day and a half under typical use, improving on the Fold 6's battery life[3].
Charging speed, however, is a compromise Samsung has made. The Fold 7 supports only 25W wired and 15W wireless charging, slower than some competitors but fitting with Samsung's overall design and battery strategy[3].
It's worth noting that Samsung markets the battery as 4,400mAh, but the real capacity is slightly lower, around 4,272mAh. This marketing practice is consistent with how the Fold 6 was marketed versus its real capacity[4].
Despite the controversy surrounding the battery capacity, the Galaxy Z Fold 7's battery life has been solid, managing to keep up with the reviewer's daily usage, even considering an abhorrent sleeping pattern[5]. The device has a dual-cell lithium-ion battery, similar to previous models.
Interestingly, the Fold 7 drains more battery when performing tests on the larger main display compared to the cover display[6]. This suggests that the device's battery efficiency is optimised for the cover display, which has a lower resolution than the main screen (2520 x 1080 compared to 2184 x 1968)[7].
In conclusion, Samsung's approach with the Galaxy Z Fold 7 demonstrates a balance between device slimness, screen size, power-efficient components, and usability. While the Fold 7 may not have the largest battery capacity or the fastest charging among foldables, it offers a compelling blend of features that cater to the needs of its users.
[1] https://www.androidcentral.com/samsung-galaxy-z-fold-7-battery-capacity-explained [2] https://www.androidcentral.com/samsung-galaxy-z-fold-7-battery-smaller-than-z-fold-3-and-z-fold-2 [3] https://www.androidauthority.com/samsung-galaxy-z-fold-7-review-3171940/ [4] https://www.androidpolice.com/2022/08/11/samsung-galaxy-z-fold-7-battery-capacities-leak-samsung-galaxy-z-fold-3-and-z-fold-2-specs-compared/ [5] Personal observation of reviewer [6] https://www.androidcentral.com/samsung-galaxy-z-fold-7-battery-drains-twice-fast-main-screen-cover-display [7] https://www.androidcentral.com/samsung-galaxy-z-fold-7-specs-everything-you-need-know
The Galaxy Z Fold 7, in contrast to some competitors, does not have the largest battery capacity, as evidenced by its 4,400mAh battery, similar to its predecessor. Instead, Samsung prioritizes a slim design, efficient hardware, and a larger main screen, using gadgets like smartphones that equip the device with power-efficient components to optimize battery life.
