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Samsung has stirred the foldable market once again, however, this time around, the Korean brand introduced two flip phones simultaneously: the Galaxy Z Flip 7 and its cheaper sibling, the Z Flip 7 FE (Fan Edition). Although they may appear to resemble strikingly on the face value, the true difference is hidden behind the surface. 

Should you invest into flagship, or save on FE? So what is the answer you ask especially when you find out the way they act in gaming, camera usage and everyday life durability.

So here is the unequivocal, unopinionated, and yet not too bland truth, factually perceived and circumstantially portrayed, pro and con, and to the end as to the final choice

 Design & Build: Premium Feel vs Practical Utility

Both the phones feature the trademarked flip-design-style-a clamshell-pocketable-where upon opening which results into a full-sized smart phone. They will have Armor Aluminum frames and Gorilla Glass Victus 2 that will make them drop and scratch-proof. In addition, they are both IP48 rated against water ingress- so they will not mind a few drops of rain.

Nevertheless, the Z Flip 7 is marginally thinner and lighter, and this aspect contributes to an exalted in-hand experience. Also, it uses more noticeable colors such as the Mint and Coral Red whereas the FE remains traditional with Black and White.

Z Flip 7: Thanks to the more elegant design and a sleeker body, it can thus be considered as the winner.

Displays: Size & Smoothness That Change the Game

Z Flip 7 is ruling the discussion as far as display is concerned. It has a huge 4.1-inch Super AMOLED cover display, with 120 Hz refresh rate and 2600 nits peak brightness, the perfect display to use outside and during fast communications.

Its FE, in its turn, provides a 3.4-inch cover screen with a mere 60Hz. It does the job but it is not as impressive as the wow factor.

Internally, both phones feature expandable velocities of 120Hz AMOLED screens, yet the Z Flip 7 extends a bit larger to 6.9 inches, in contrast to 6.7 inches of the FE.

The winner: Z Flip 7, obviously, you could especially enjoy it, when you need the stuff on the screen and the UI is not that jerky.

Performance: Speed Demons vs Solid Everyday Power

Here is where the true story starts.

The Z Flip 7 is equipped with Samsung Exynos 2500, a 3nm chipset, 12GB RAM. The combination is not only quick, but also 25 percent power-efficient and AI-optimized. It can take or leave you multitasking or and gaming.

The FE has an older chip (Exynos 2400), 8GB RAM, and overall it is good with the regular operations, but it will not work under heavy gaming or multitasking.

When you are a gamer, a producer of content, or when you are a multitasker, the Z Flip 7 is the most evident winner.

Cameras: Same Sensors, Different Story

On paper, both phones share the same setup:

• Rear: 50MP main + 12MP ultra-wide

• Front: 10MP selfie shooter

Although, the Z Flip 7 has a bigger cover screen, which allows the best camera capabilities, such as AI filters, framing, and preview modes, so it is more convenient as a vlogging and social media device.

They both are pretty similar in the respect of image quality, yet when you are up to flexibility and more versatility, Z Flip 7 takes the lead.

Battery Life: Small Boost, Big Impact

Battery capacity:

• Z Flip 7: 4,300 mAh

• Z Flip 7 FE: 4,000 mAh

The two phones are equipped with 25W of wired power, 15W wireless and reverse wireless charging capabilities. However, that additional 300mAh of the Z Flip 7 and its power-efficient processor can offer up to two hours of screen time and that makes all the difference on heavy days.

Winner: Z Flip 7, and a little bit longer battery life.

Unique Features

• Samsung DeX (desktop experience): Only on Z Flip 7

• AI camera filters & Smart Assistant tools: Fully available only on Z Flip 7

• Software support: Same Android 16 + One UI 8 experience on both

Use Case Breakdown

Pros & Cons

Z Flip 7

Pros:

• Largest and brightest cover screen

• Fastest chip with 12GB RAM

• Extra camera features

• DeX support

• Better battery life

Cons:

• High price point

• No charger in box

• No base variant with 128GB

Z Flip 7 FE

Pros:

• More affordable

• Same core cameras

• Good battery and performance for most users

• Compact design

Cons:

• Slower processor

• Smaller and lower refresh cover display

• Lacks advanced features like DeX and AI filters

 Price & Availability

India:

• Z Flip 7: Starts at ₹1,09,999 (12GB+256GB)

• Z Flip 7 FE: Starts at ₹89,999 (8GB+128GB)

Global:

• Z Flip 7: $1,099 / £1,049

• Z Flip 7 FE: $899 / £849

Final Verdict: Which Flip Is Worth Your Pocket?

Galaxy Z Flip 7 is the one to get when you want the whole premium flip phone experience. It is more powerful, its battery, display, and special features are unique and actually stand out. So it is not a flip, it is a flex.

Nevertheless, those who aspire to possess an elegant foldable at the flagship price are better to choose . It is perfect among those who desire the enjoyment of a flip phone, the good performance and the polish of the Samsung software, but are inclined to pay a little less.