Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 5G SM-F711UZKBXAA Review

The Galaxy Z Flip 3 is a cool folding phone with flagship performance and disappointing battery life. It scores an 81.2 overall, with its compact size being its best feature (93/100). Only worth buying on a deep discount if you really want that flip form factor.

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 is a statement piece that actually works. It's a full-featured flagship phone that folds in half, trading some battery life for a super compact form factor. It's powered by the Snapdragon 888, has a gorgeous 6.7-inch main display, and feels surprisingly solid in the hand.

The Snapdragon 888 still holds up well for daily tasks and gaming, landing in the 93rd percentile for performance in our database. The 120Hz main screen is buttery smooth, and the cameras take great photos. The obvious trade-off is the battery. The 3300mAh cell is small, and our data confirms it's the phone's weakest area, scoring just 63.9 out of 100. You'll likely need a top-up by late afternoon if you're a heavy user.

At its original $1000 price, the value was questionable given the battery and storage limits. If you can find it on a steep sale, the calculus changes. You're paying a premium for the novel folding form factor, not for top-tier specs across the board. For the right person, that's worth it. For most, it's a tough sell.

Compared to a traditional flagship like the iPhone 15, you're giving up battery life and durability for the flip. Against a modern mid-ranger like the Google Pixel 10, the Z Flip 3 might have a more powerful chip, but the Pixel will crush it in camera software and battery. The OnePlus 15 offers similar performance for less money, but obviously, it doesn't fold. This phone exists in its own niche.

If you need all-day battery life or tons of storage for your media library, look elsewhere. The battery score speaks for itself, and the fixed 128GB is a real limitation. Power users and heavy travelers should probably get a phone that doesn't make these compromises.

Buy this if you absolutely must have a folding phone and prioritize pocketability above all else. It's for the style-conscious user who values the 'wow' factor and compact size more than all-day battery or tons of storage. For everyone else, a traditional slab phone is a more practical and better-value choice.