EVERYBODY is WRONG about the Z Fold 5 - LONG term review!

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The Z Fold 5 is one year in and lots of people are clambering for change from Samsung.
I am here to tell Samsung to stay the course. The form factor of the Fold 5 is near perfect, and you are about to hear why.
00:00 - Introduction
01:12 - Design
05:25 - Cameras
08:46 - Software
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[@emanuelneiconi]

This has to be the best, most thought out, perfect review of this device. I say device as it's more than a phone, as you said. I'm so tired of tech people complaining about the cameras. I love your take on it - dont complain about what it's missing, enjoy what it does. Ive enjoyed my time with it and am looking forward to enjoying the 6...

[@techwithbenefits]

Thank you 🙏

[@jonathanoxlade4252]

With these folding phones it will be another year or 2 for a ultra bigger screen ultra camera Right now I just want a dual screen phone for watching youtube on or gaming on it

[@arvandvarahram]

Everybody is wrong? No, for instance you are not😊 “It is not about the camera hardware but about how you use it” was a perfect description. People review it from the POV of users of conventional smartphones. But a Fold user has a complete different POV and prioritisation. Thank you!

[@techwithbenefits]

Absolutely!! People that use the Fold recognise it!

[@carloscervantes8196]

The only thing my fold 5 is missing is the s pen!

[@Voltar78]

So buy one.

[@PollyDollyBabe]

For the money spent it is very expensive, not complete. Let's say the truth its only fair spen is needed in the phone not ten years ago! Thanks, Samsung

[@stefkesgts]

@@PollyDollyBabe I have the pen in the cover.

[@techwithbenefits]

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[@eliasgc49]

Tbh when I'm buying a phone, cameras is the last thing I look at cuz I don't take much photos or videos at all. So if I were to get the fold, I won't really complain about the cameras

[@Jon-rv9oh]

Same

[@nicolaskidd1507]

Although I understand your logic, paying $1,800+ for one singular phone, it BETTER have one of the best cameras in the market regardless if its why people are buying it for that reason or not. You're not gonna spend 80k on a car and it doesn't have heated seats. Thats standard in 2024.

[@Jon-rv9oh]

@nicolaskidd1507 that logic is flawed because car manufacturers have been trying to place things like the heated seats behind a subscription.

[@ravencorb1354]

Hey man, you said you don't baby your phone... I'm curious, do you use a case for your fold 5 or do you go case free?

[@Alexis-ry8qq]

@techwithbenefits how is your battery life in one day normal usage/full usage

[@MaheshKumar-rg8hn]

At 3:42 can u please tell me for youtube how u got 2 column video preview on the front screen. I hv been dying to do that on my ZF5 and S24 ultra!

[@techwithbenefits]

It's on my videos tab on my channel page, it's not on the main feed unfortunately

[@anyadike]

The Fold 5 is unique for the benefits of the preview screen when using the back camera for picture or video. Kids and adults love seeing themselves on the preview screen. Also, there have been situations where I want to take a video or picture in a unique situation. I was in a cramped situation under my sink doing repairs, this weekend, and I needed to share a picture of what I was working on. I was able to use the preview screen AND the high quality camera to get a usable picture in the dark under the sink - with another phone, I would have to guess while using the back camera or use the preview screen and the lower quality front camera.

[@rodro0509]

Hello! I have the s22 ultra and I already want to change. I always wanted a foldable and I don't know whether to go for the fold 6 or the fold 5. In Peru Samsung is selling the 500GB fold 5 for 1450 USD. The price of the new fold has not yet been released but there will be a big difference. What do you recommend me? I have seen that there are not many differences that are worth the price difference

[@SteveKonopinski]

Thank you. This helps me move to the Fold 6 from Note20 Ultra. I am aware there will be a learning curve and change to how I use the fold vs regular phone.

[@edgardofuentes4160]

I ABSOLUTELY LOVE MY FOLD 5.....I dont think I will upgrade to the 6 considering how fun and reliable this phone has been

[@gilleojax]

When I had the Fold , I loved using the inner screen as a view finder when taking pictures. I took some of the best photos with it. I can't wait to see what the Fold 6 has in store for us.

[@DavidLewisTech]

…my weekly dip into the world of Android with my boy Daniel

[@techwithbenefits]

Where else would you go really 😅

[@DavidLewisTech]

@@techwithbenefits shhhh - let's not tell Alex about this eh!! 🙃

[@Pedersen2k]

Great video! I've had the S24 Ultra since launch and will probably switch to the Fold 7 when the time comes.

[@techwithbenefits]

Wonder what the Fold7 will look like!

[@DarshanShah10]

Make the cameras as good as the one on Ultra and I'm switching over

[@Christvictim]

I just orderd mine fold 5 on sale, just waiting delivery😊 phantom black with 512gb storage

[@ElDogg75]

Honest question what’s your opinion on switching from iPhone 14 Pro to z fold 5

[@anyadike]

I was curious about your comment on sand from the beach. I've gotten small amounts of sand into the hinge of the Fold 5, and it seems like the sand is ground-down by the hinge until you no longer hear any noise. I'm wondering if that sand could still build up to the point where it affects the hinge, even though I don't hear it anymore? Has anybody had bad experiences with sand in their Fold 5?

[@techwithbenefits]

It definitely prevents the hinge from opening completely, I've heard it can be cleaned at Samsung centres but haven't tried to have it done

[@GallantKnight98]

Fold 6 is IP48 so not "dust" proof but it's supposed to be a smaller hinge (reduced weight) and hopefully that will help with your laying flat issue. 🤷‍♂️

[@techwithbenefits]

We'll find out Wednesday!

[@TewkyTag]

I almost never use the front display but I have huge hands and the case bump in the folded section helps hold it in one had easily

[@arozzell81]

Wow, you've totally nailed the use and purpose of the Fold series. I think too many times it gets compared to the S Ultra line, but it's clearly used differently. Well done 👏🏾

[@techwithbenefits]

This gave me a great idea for a video! Thank you!

[@maikaimakena9424]

I really want an everything phone and Samsung really delivers on that

[@techwithbenefits]

It most certainly does!

[@tukriko]

100 % agree with the cover screen not being too narrow! In fact I think its perfect and was one of the dealbreakers when I was buying a new phone. It is so handy and easy to use even with one hand, which kinda is the whole point

[@redstang70]

The two things that keep my from using my folds (had the 3,4 and now 5) full time are the skinny outer screen and the mediocre csmeras. I end up going back and forth between a fold and S device ( have S22,s23 and 24 ultras as well) because of those 2 items. Since samsung has chosen to ignore customer demands and left the outer screen as is (1mm bigger) and stuck with the same cameras for the 3rd year i think im passing on the fold 6. Besides in years past we had no real other options but now there most certainly is.

[@MrSorvam]

I had a Fold 3 and loved using it However I had the screen protector lifting in the crease and eventually killing the internal screen Fortunately it was Samsung fixed the screen as it was under warranty. 6 to 8 months later the screen protector again started lifting in the crease Paid for Samsung to replace the internal screen protector. Then again 8 or so months later the screen protector started lifting in the crease. Paid Samsung to replace it again as I didn't want the screen damaged and have to pay for a repayment screen That was it for me having to pay yearly and send the phone to have it replaced, so l sold it. The screen may survive opening the closing but paying and sending the phone in for screen protector replacement so it doesn't kill the internal screen killed folding phones for me. I would prefer the fold form factor but I don't think the durability of the internal screen is good enough to use without a screen protector.

[@Dee-504]

I’ve had the z fold 3 since launch. Looking to upgrade to the 6. I have replaced my screen protector once. I order from Amazon and put one on and it works perfectly. I am on my second replacement due to the phone not opening all the way but I think that’s from when I went to the beach. Overall, I love the phone but I really want the 6 because I want a lighter phone. It’s a gram lesser than the iPhone 13 Pro Max (which my wife has). Can’t wait for the upgrade.

[@GallantKnight98]

Great video! Love your videos. I'm on my Fold 5 now and its the first fold I got and am gonna trade in for the 6. Last week it started restarting randomly and had green lines. Perfect condition otherwise. Went to Samsung and UBreakIFix and it's nothing hardware based, it's most likely the motherboard, which is crazy. Technically covered under warranty, but I'll hold out another week or 2 with this issue and trade it in for 1000+. Was gonna upgrade anyway cause I love this phone...but this just exacerbates it 😂

[@techwithbenefits]

Stay tuned on Wednesday to check out some cool stuff 👀

[@chrisnewton2325]

Have you had hands on with the fold 6 yet? I had a look at the fold and flip from Samsung the other day at work and I'm shocked they still haven't improved the cameras yet. I also found the new folds design was nice but it's much harder to open. It does feel more durable but harder to use

[@RoyMelendez07]

Who would’ve thought Steve Jobs would talk so positively about a Samsung device. Awesome video.

[@techwithbenefits]

😅😅😅🤣🤣 this is funny for more than just the comment. Thank you!

[@RoyMelendez07]

@@techwithbenefits I’m glad it made you laugh some. I love your way of explaining things in videos. You do things differently than most KZbinrs. Great inputs.

[@rsupremexx3971]

Well I have to say that you have an opinion on the front screen. I had the fold 3 and I still wish the screen was bigger in the front. And I do want cameras as good as the ultra at least. Hopefully Samsung does something that wasn’t leaked on the fold 6 because I’m looking to buy

[@techwithbenefits]

The Fold 3 screen is definitely quite narrow, Samsung made the cover screen wider on the fold 4 and 5 due to them reducing the size of bezels and the hinge!

[@sridharrajaram]

Nice review... Subscribed. I wish to buy fold 6 after seeing your review. Thank you for giving me the confidence.

[@alexstruenorth]

Zf5 is now my work tablet and s24u work phone. Both overkill but amazing products and way better to use for my job than my iPhone 15 pro

[@techwithbenefits]

That is my exact set up just without the iPhone 😅

[@alexstruenorth]

​@techwithbenefits iPhone is technically a video camera if I need it haha and just bought the pixel 8 pro to see the camera quality I need to sell some items really but they are all so good

[@MrPoliarinis]

And you it normal to use two flagship devices worth of 3000 € to be able make someteing on bigger screen, and that use another phone when camera is needed?

[@alexstruenorth]

@@MrPoliarinis yeah I work for myself and need good phones as I do the most of my work on them

[@bbrunoliveira]

I had my z fold 4 for 15 months before it completely died out of nowhere (never dropped, not a scratch on it) and even though I miss it tremendously (I started reading much more because of it) I’m so scared of spending again so much money on a phone that might not last even 2 years. And it doesn’t help that Samsung couldn’t even tell me what the problem is, all they did was tell me it would cost U$980 to replace (according to them) “the entire inner section”.

[@MrTagoe-xw8yg]

I can't believe you recorded this with an S23 Ultra - wow. Dan - what was that wireless mic adaptor you had on the bottom of the Fold 5 btw?

[@techwithbenefits]

Yep! My entire channel was built on the S23 Ultra! Watch this video here kzbin.info/www/bejne/haXJp5qrfdOjmNE The mic was a Hollyland Lark M2 USB C It's very convenient!

[@MrTagoe-xw8yg]

@@techwithbenefits wow you replied! thanks man 🙏🏾

[@okeyezeilo6187]

Not bothered about the weight. The cameras from the s24u would be nice but they aren't a deal breaker. The deal breakers for me are that; one, the front screen is too narrow, and; two, the S pen isn't built-in...

[@rlay286]

Been using mine for 11+ months, not switching to the Fold 6 because i don't think the upgrades are worth the money. Hopefully the Fold 7 will have bigger battery & matte inner display.

[@TewkyTag]

holy crap you use half the screen for the in screen keyboard lol

[@TheTurtleSoldier18]

I have been using a Fold 3 and I am in love with it. Samsung has done a fantastic job of getting the software to take full advantage of the hardware. AS you said the use cases are many. What would be wonderful would be a foldable tab. Its a very niche market but the use cases will be amazing!!! Nice video!!!

[@techwithbenefits]

Foldable tablet is something I am VERY keen for

[@CAC8K]

I luv the fingerprint sensor!!

[@MarkIsaac]

You said to sub to your friends channel, where's the link?

[@techwithbenefits]

youtube.com/@thesamuelnam?si=ge2MXFG6IMtWxFJa

[@TyrooShino]

Over the past few years, we've bbeen seeing the move to phone replacing EVERYTHING. Camera use is becoming the big big one. Flips and folds are still a gimmick to me personally, but I'd be lying if I said I didnt want one.

[@stefkesgts]

I own the Fold 5 and love it all the way.

[@ericliberty1776]

Who would pay $1800 for this?

[@techwithbenefits]

Lots of people it seems

[@leevonallenjr9762]

Its use 8k video on this phone i think so

[@ajwilson313]

Screen covers shrink over time. That's why it won't fold flat.

[@TewkyTag]

I use a case so I dont have that issue.

[@6ix100_booka]

I was using regular sumsang phones but the moment i tried a fold ..thts when i knew im never gonna use anything esle thn a fold phone its even making me not use my laptop or tv anymore im jus watching movies on my phone in bed 😂 but bottom line is the fold is the way to go

[@alexandrosr5179]

Chinese models are thinner,lighter and with more battery better cameras and bigger screens....so Samsung needs to up they're game eventually...

[@techwithbenefits]

But not available everywhere. If they had to scale the production to a global level they would have to change their aggressive hardware approach to meet demand and price

[@alexandrosr5179]

@@techwithbenefits the have Asia and is probably the half of the world lol

[@techwithbenefits]

Definition of not global

[@MrPoliarinis]

1800€ for shitty camera. This is not acceptable by any means

[@GAMIR_SFM]

6:10 The Galaxy A80 can actually.

[@techwithbenefits]

Actually it hasn't 4K portrait video mode, so it can't

[@GAMIR_SFM]

@@techwithbenefits Ah now thats true, i though it was regular 4k.

[@ndmukuk]

I bought one. I got rid of it. Front screen too narrow for me. Each to their own.

[@eciv2006]

*to each their own. 😊

[@MrPoliarinis]

Any traditional smartphone can do same and better what this phone can do. Are you on some new drug or what ?

[@RuiFungYip]

Honestly, I agree with most of your points, I didn't buy my fold 5 to game on or to consume content only. The inner screen is a godsend for use cases like remote desktop connections, ssh, and just general IT tasks. Heck, i can even do light development on it with VSCode in a web browser. All of the above use cases are just a pain on any other phone in my experience.

[@danielpa9826]

Have this phone and it's the best thing ever. I get Hella attention

[@techwithbenefits]

It's definitely a head turner!

[@guddumagicboy]

Why Fold is not for me 1. Inferior camera 2. No built in s pen 3. Crease 4. Less battery 5. Aspect ratio ( need rectangular) 5. Size 6. Price 7. Durability

[@Dee-504]

Taking it you use the S24U

[@techwithbenefits]

Lucky Samsung make other phones too!

[@Blafasel_Blafasel]

Samsung should sell a foldable screen that could be connected to there Phones. Building an ecosystem instead creating lot of products wish aim all for the same customer who will buy only one of this products.

[@techwithbenefits]

Can you provide more context please?

[@Digitalmedia4less]

Everybody is wrong about the Z Flop 5 😂😂😂

[@3mar00ss6]

their hardware just sucks compared to the competition Samsung has been about mediocrity since after the galaxy s10

[@mrkring1526]

Who? Non event Chinese brands Noone cares about?

[@3mar00ss6]

@@mrkring1526 Oppo and no the target audience of the fold series do care + the ones that don't simply won't buy the fold out of principal something I'm sure you aren't familiar with

[@Mr-Khubaib.]

OnePlus Open Better cameras Better hinge Better software experience Lower price And I'm loving it

[@Voltar78]

You mean crease, hinge is worse

[@ayviuon]

Nothing's wrong with the phone, the problem is that it tries to solve an issue most people don't have. And it's also extremely expensive.

[@techwithbenefits]

I don't think I agree with the statement about it not solving any problems. It certainly solves the problem of needing to carry extra devices around by combining two into one

[@ayviuon]

@@techwithbenefits it does solve this problem, but the majority of phone customers don't experience this problem / don't even have a need to carry multiple devices around.

[@sdmoore89]

​@@ayviuonmore people experience it than you think. That's why the larger phone models are usually the bettrr sellers such as iPhone pro max. People want a larger screen to look at. The fold combined the convenience of a small phone with a tablet. It is expensive if you don't get any type of discounts on it

[@Gooitt]

Old man shouting on the clouds. Fold 6 os the dame pathetic phone. You going to defend it as well? Oneplus open and pixel making donuts on thr samsung grave. Keep fanboing.

[@techwithbenefits]

Why are you here

[@Gooitt]

@@techwithbenefits that was my first and last time. Don't worry. Keep jerking on Samsung. Subscription for AI is good, right? Fold 6 is groundbreaking, right? Once again the increased price is perfect. We have greedy Sammy because of people like you, I hope you enjoy making everyone's life worse. Cya, now remove my comment and move forward

[@VertexLoop]

There's no perfect folding phone yet. One Plus Open and almost every Chinese folding phone with its high failure rates and non existent customer support in most of the countries. And Google charging premium prices for phones using processors that should belong to a mid range phone.

[@techwithbenefits]

Nah I want to leave it here so people can see what a fool you are

[@Gooitt]

@@techwithbenefits fold 6 confirmed as disappointed but for fanboys like you it still fine. Fool is you

[@DENVEROUTDOORMAN]

FLOP FLOP and Fold are losers!!! Way overpriced way too fragile Way lacking especially the FLOP FLOP CAMERAS

[@jamesmullins9127]

Not paying nearly a grand for 1mm wider and a bit brighter for the fold 6

[@MrPoliarinis]

Any traditional smartphone can do same and better what this phone can do. Are you on some new drug or what ?