Galaxy Z Fold 7 passes JerryRigEverything’s durability test without breaking, bending, or burning, showing major improvements over Fold 6.
A Foldable Phone That Doesn’t Fold Under Pressure
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 just went through its first major durability test, and the results are surprisingly positive. Known for his brutal tests, YouTuber JerryRigEverything put Samsung’s latest foldable phone through scratches, dust, fire, and the dreaded bend test, and the Galaxy Z Fold 7 survived it all without breaking.
Galaxy Z Fold7 vs. Fold6: A Big Leap in Durability
If you remember the Galaxy Z Fold 6, you’ll know it didn’t handle durability tests too well. Its hinge was vulnerable to dust, and it even caught fire during teardown. In contrast, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 durability test tells a completely different story.
Despite its slim 8.9mm profile and lack of improved IP48 water and dust resistance, Samsung’s latest foldable phone stood up to:
- Scratches: The outer 6.5-inch cover display scratched at a Mohs level 6, like most phones. The inner folding screen? Still sensitive, showing dents from fingernails.
- Fire: OLED displays suffered the usual burn damage from a lighter.
- Dust: Unlike the Fold 6, the Fold 7’s hinge handled heavy dust exposure well, with no grinding or jamming.
- Bending: The biggest shock? The Galaxy Z Fold 7 survived a full-strength bend test, and that too twice, without snapping.
Even when the back panel glass slightly popped out, it realigned when pressure was released. That’s a big win for foldable phone design.
A $2,000 Foldable Phone That’s Actually Tough
Let’s be real: the Galaxy Z Fold 7 price still starts around $2,000, which is no small investment. But the Galaxy Z Fold 7 durability test shows that you’re at least getting a well-built phone for your money. It’s thin, light, and yet almost as tough as your average flagship smartphone, minus the inner display’s scratch resistance.
What’s Next? Foldables Are Growing Up
Samsung’s foldables have come a long way since the original Galaxy Fold in 2019. With the Galaxy Z Fold 7 durability test showing such impressive results, the bar is rising for the rest of the market. The Pixel 10 Pro Fold, rumored to offer IP68 certification, may be the next foldable to beat.
Final Thoughts
If durability kept you from buying a foldable before, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 might change your mind. It still has a few weak spots (like that inner display), but overall, this phone handled torture testing like a pro.
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