Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 Review | Much Better Once 'Hacked'!

Reviewing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5, a rival foldable to the Moto RAZR 40 Ultra and more compact alternative to the Z Fold 5. I've been using the Samsung Z Flip 5 as my full-time phone, testing the camera tech, gaming chops and battery life. And while it's improved in some ways, this bendy Galaxy still needs some tweaking in others.
First, the camera hardware appears to be recycled from last year's foldable phone. And while it's generally dependable, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 does struggle in ambient light and when you need to zoom in.
Battery life is also less than ideal, maxing out at 5-6 hours of screen on time if you're not using the camera too much etc. Every day of reviewing the Samsung Z Flip 5, this foldable Galaxy ended in power saving mode or dead by the evening. It's definitely best suited to lighter users.
That enlarged cover screen is a beauty however, and with the Good Lock app you can run any app you desire on it. It's much better for taking selfies with that camera, while the UI is slick (if not quite perfect).
Performance also gets a thumbs up. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 can play games like Genshin Impact no problem at all, while it only gets a little toasty under pressure.
That's my review of the Z Flip 5, let me know your thoughts on this compact Samsung phone below!
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 Review Chapters:
0:00 - Obvious innuendo
0:46 - Design
2:25 - Security & software
3:01 - Cover Screen
6:54 - Display & audio
8:20 - Performance & gaming
9:23 - Connectivity
10:00 - Battery life
11:08 - Cameras
14:20 - Verdict

[@TechSpurt]

Thanks for checking out my Z Flip 5 review, and if you're tempted by a bendy blower, check out my round-up of the best foldables for summer 2023, live now :)

[@kreigerbailey3550]

Portland, JAMAICA in the Building!!! 👑🇯🇲🔥💥🌟⭐💯💎

[@camouflagejumpsuit]

Hey what about my slippy fingers 😮can it survive being dropped every 2 days?

[@chideramolokwu9558]

​@@kreigerbailey3550thats enough now

[@kristalstars]

This is the first video I've seen on your channel and my gosh, you got me!!! Your inuendos are AMAZING

[@kas7777]

I've been using this phone for about 3-4 days now and I have to say I love it. It's the best phone ever. I got to a stage where I got bored of phones and this has revived my tech enthusiasm. All the talk about the cover screen by everyone which seems to be a major topic, but the truth is I hardly ever use that flex window. I'm constantly flipping out the big screen, heck that's why I bought this damn thing. My only gripe coming from one plus phones is the one ui, not a fan. Also the finger print scanner occasionally misbehaves despite me having clean dry hands. Still I love this phone, best decision I made. Thanks Chris for your dedicated coverage on this phone for the past few days 👍

[@ghaywoood5]

I used to be sooo into new phones/tech but had the same feeling of it feeling stagnant. A few years ago I admittedly thought flip phones were gimmicky, but for some reason the Flip 5 has reignited the spark I had for cool tech and I hope that when I buy it it lives up to my expectations

[@TechSpurt]

It's definitely refreshing to try something new like a foldable after so many very similar phones, glad you're enjoying! But yeah, One UI can be a bit irritating at times, especially if you don't want to convert to all of Samsung's services

[@kas7777]

​@@TechSpurtI haven't owned a Samsung phone since the S4 and the ui has gotten more ridiculous than ever before lol. I still can't figure out the need of replicating every single services that Google provides. I was forced to download and use Samsung Pass in order to use the galaxy store, wtf 😬

[@imoldgregg8]

Same for me! Mines coming in the mail today and it has made me excited about owning a phone again!

[@pothszabina]

One little hack for fingerprint sensor: scan your finger upside down as well so the sensor won't miss it even when folded and open. ✌️

[@robdouglas880]

Excellent review Chris.. My Flip 4 has been excellent over the last year so can't wait to get my Flip 5. Happy with battery life as I'm not a Utube blogger so not an issue...

[@_chris_stop_her]

Always watch your content for them puns 😂😂. Never disappointed. Keep up the good work! 🤞🏼🙌🏼

[@Conannnnn]

That introduction bro 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@FactionParadox2090]

First time viewer bought a Z flip 5 for myself and just wanted to say your Jotaro wallpaper is fire as hell

[@carlosmercado9396]

Hilarious like always and informative love from texas🎉

[@graceonline320]

Will you be doing a full review of the Razr 40 Ultra? I couldn't find it on your channel.

[@guykornetzki8283]

Thanks for another great review. The Good Lock launcher is without a doubt a TOP tip, and a must have for the ultimate upgrade.

[@DigitalDestined]

Great video. What theme are you using?

[@sakhawathossen1845]

Would you tell me the website name of your animated wallpapers, please?

[@drummax1353]

Bro's listening to Caskets...good choice TS 🤘

[@jonahtullock2930]

Homie's wallpaper game is Strong. Much respect for that.

[@fidelpablo6340]

I'm almost a heavy gamer.. there is some ripples on where I toggle to move the characters. I cannot feel the ripples, but see them. Do you have that too?

[@burnqplays]

@TechSpurt Hey I love your wallpapers. Where do you get them from? Source?

[@prasadmankar7650]

Yes man. I love all of his wallpapers but he never say where he get them from.

[@llomiel]

Love your wallpapers, I’d love to download them, any place I can find them?

[@blondiejam924]

I dont know how to chance the swipe down to change the toggles on the front screen on my z flip 5 but as i have the gw4 i just swipe down on the watch and toggle on the sleep mode and it puts my phone on do not disturb on the modes and routines (sleep ) till i turn it off on watch or phone works well when im off to my bed

[@Bo_dal25]

How hard do you have to scratch the screen with your nail to cause dents? I'm afraid that if I buy the Flip 5, you will have dents (scratches) in your screen from those nails.

[@labtreeltd1473]

Is it possible to connect wired earbuds to it (maybe via USBC)?

[@mike.4277]

Its zeeee flip 5!! Great video 😎👍

[@katysomers1851]

What's the folding bit like on screen? I've had the flip 3 for almost 2 years now and the centre fold has split on several occasions meaning I've had to have the screen protector replaced. Is this still an issue on the flip 5?

[@hairlabgalleryinc]

I love the accent 😂…trousers and bloody buffing it up….i love it! No phone is perfect right? But for most you will enjoy it and that good locks is a great app!

[@onemat2000]

Please do a comparison with the Moto Razr+. Thanks.....

[@richardponce1580]

Thanks for the tip on why it seemed to be dropping wifi. I have set to keep unlocked when on home wifi, but kept having to unlock, so I suspect you solved the problem. First couple of checks confirm. Owned it for one week now and I'm loving it. The smaller size for carrying, the magical "flex" screen, the speed and Samsung "deals" combine to leave me not looking back longingly at my Note 20 Ultra and it's large screen. I have one when I want one. Great video.

[@TechSpurt]

Glad to be of help and glad you're loving it, it's a fun wee phone!

[@residentzero]

How good is with high end headphones wired?

[@kalleparkkinen6457]

Hey so i have a chance to get this phone for 200 € is it worth it to change my samsung galaxy A53 G5 to this

[@adventuretech3765]

I've discovered my Z Flip4 has better overall reception and WiFi than my iPhone 13. Not sure exactly why, I would have expected them to be fairly even on this level, but unfortunately, at least for my particular device, they aren't equal.

[@hmnadishani888]

Can my samsung filp 5 can be hacked by another phone,like calls and massages

[@impairedspoons9934]

With my flip 4 i have to carry a fibre cloth with me due to all the smudges and the dust the screen attracts they really need to fit it with some kind of dust repellant screen protector.

[@TechSpurt]

It really does get grubby in no time at all, I was worried it was just me having unnaturally greasy hands!

[@cirecomputers]

From what I can tell on my phone and what I've read we get 24hz to 120hz in adaptive mode and 24hz to 60hz in standard mode.

[@StuartKeel]

Quality opening!

[@Krypt38]

I have the z flip 3 for over a year now. The screen cracked with in 6 months and when I fold it, it shuts off completely. This last week it just shuts off without a power cord in it. When I have a charger on it, it gets really hot. I don't think I would ever get one of these again.

[@gloriagloglo3051]

I guess you were unlucky. Had my flip 3 for a bit over 2 years and have no issues except for a tiny scratch in the middle of the screen. But since I always have insurance I got a full new phone just last week. I had a Samsung S10 once which had a lot of issues. Got a new one and no issues whatsoever and don't know anyone else with issues either. It's just bad luck. If your phone if fairly new just go back to the store and demand a new one. The things you mentioned shouldn't be happening to any phone.

[@chrisjackson9111]

Swype just got 20x better by not typing on the keyboard, but swiping instead on the smaller compact screen mode. It's an amazing combo. Also Link-to-Windows is as good as Dex (not everyone uses Mac)

[@TheAffhassan]

It doesn't support dex

[@andrewmaple9863]

Great video I'm getting one now

[@johnrichardson2495]

good info. I love my flip 5 too. Oh by the way, what game are you playing on it? I am looking for a role playing game like that, running around as a single character. like Wow or RPG games.

[@umzoro]

its genshin impact!

[@johnrichardson2495]

​@@umzorothanks, I will check it out... :)

[@justinpg4s]

Why is it Zed fold and not just z fold ?

[@adventuretech3765]

"Tickling my urethra..." without-a-doubt, THE funniest thing I'll probably hear all day.

[@bees_nail_art82]

I switched from iphone to s22 ultra I did own a s10 plus but sold it in 2019 went back to iphone but I love all the customisations samsung can do but I'm over big heavy phones so I am upgrading to the z flip 5 plus I do get bored easy with phones after months too I guess loving the flex window.

[@heyitsdanie.x]

Did you end up getting it?

[@bees_nail_art82]

@@heyitsdanie.x no I got the iPhone 15 in pink

[@ericablue32]

Luffy on the front and Jotaro on the inside?! That's exactly how a flip phone should be! 😍 Good job! Oh, and you did a wonderful review as well. 😂

[@Sam-tw2sr]

"This miniature prick" Brilliant 😂👏🏼

[@zippyfinleyadventures]

Phone for ants 😂 that's top notch investigatory journalism, love Zoolander references

[@TechSpurt]

Best movie ever 😂

[@zippyfinleyadventures]

@@TechSpurt oh absolutely mate 🤣

[@narekzo]

Extends to 7 inches that's it?? Mine extends to 9 inches

[@adam_kano]

Only issue I've found with them is the face Id is awful, they need the 3d sensors like apple but other than that great phone. Nice change to have one that fits in your pocket

[@heismee1169]

Already liked the video after watching the first 10 seconds. U know why

[@nadeemafzal144]

Awesome video. What do you think of the fold and what charger port does this have. Thanks

[@dregsi76]

Type C, all the good phones have type C

[@Bobbyleebudde]

My Flip 5 has been making a nasty crunchy sound when opening. I am super careful with keeping it clean and away from dust but still after a few months crackling when opening.

[@JohnLukins-bk1ce]

It's nothing to worry about . It's just the hinge . You should hear my fold 5 it sounds like a Ford Mustang when I open it .

[@pratiknazareth3217]

I just booked my flip 5. With trade deals and credit card offers and other offers and a few gift cards lying around, I am getting the phone plus a case for it all for 3 dollars!!

[@user-nu1ut6fn6d]

Is the camera as bad as everyone claims? I consider upgrading from iPhone 12

[@braddunbar5976]

Your a character..Great video

[@kramshiron]

Full usage on the outer screen should have been straight out of the box like the Razr….some countries don’t have access to good lock.

[@AdmiralZhao007]

maybe people shouldnt live in a 3rd world shithole

[@TechSpurt]

Ahh that's a shame, thanks for the heads up on that one. Definitely would prefer a RAZR style setup, where they let you do what you want. Any kind of restrictions on expensive tech is always annoying!

[@user-hv4gi8ny4d]

Watching in flip 5 graphite 😊

[@3DPrintingWithDaz]

My concern in that crease. When watching videos, how noticeable is it really?

[@Tenshi659]

It's not that noticeable. the black bars are more of an eye sore than the crease.

[@Martin27Scott]

ZOMG I just listened to you with recent headphones on. You always got that piano music in the background??? Also. Serious question. I’m stuck on iPhone right now and I hate the Apple Watch…. I’ve tried the Xiaomi S1 Pro and like it but do you have a best of recommendation for none Apple Watches on iPhone? Cheers!

[@davidmccarthy6061]

Thanks for the review. Just got a Galaxy watch 6 classic just to let me keep from digging a phone out of my pocket all the time. Seems like this is just what I need. Don't use a phone much but need to carry one. Will let me get rid of my Pixel 6 Pro that overheats and shuts down in 15 minutes outdoors during the summer months.

[@g-man8023]

Wallpaper source? 👀🔥

[@stacyanderson1593]

Battery life and price are definitely the two things keeping this phone from selling many more. It sucks because I really think I'd like the form factor. ❤

[@thebigcheese6606]

You like to clean that rim?

[@paparoti4006]

Love u mate

[@samanthawilliams5814]

What phone do you actually use as your chosen daily when you aren’t needing to review

[@launchcontrol6438]

Reminds me of a Gameboy advance SP!

[@racheld315]

Which would you choose the Z flip 5 or the Pixel 7 Pro if upgrading current phone?

[@ozpatrick85]

Would wait till October when Google announce and release Google Pixel 8 Pro and than decide since I am in the same boat

[@racheld315]

@@ozpatrick85 I normally would wait but my current phone broke, hence the dilemma

[@ozpatrick85]

@@racheld315 sorry to hear your phone broke. I guess in this case it depends what you preffer and what your budget is, since I believe the Samsung cost more than the Google pixel. Also the Motorola Razr+ or Ultra, depends of your location is not bad too. I believe the front screen is superior to Samsung's and can open most of the apps where Samsung's is still limited to widgets

[@ewanmartin972]

Ha! is that Tonbridge Castle?!?

[@KaranShah731]

Watched the first 5 seconds and forgot this was a phone review video

[@alanauUK]

Thank you!

[@scottchegg828]

another dark net diaries fan, a man of culture i see!

[@murtazachaudhary3339]

Nice video

[@joeysummers8830]

I like these flip phones but i dont like how long and skinny they are. Id like to see a fatter form factor that folds.

[@winterzeblake7982]

PIXEL FOLD THEN

[@joeysummers8830]

@@winterzeblake7982 I want a flipping form factor not a folding one. I don't need a tablet in my pocket. I want a fat folding phone.

[@davidkirk941]

Looks like Tonbridge castle in Kent 😊

[@ozzy6117]

With phones coming out nearly every week it's hard to believe that every phone is used as "full time phone for a week". Maybe it's a running joke of Uncle Spurt, I don't know 😅

[@TechSpurt]

Ha, it sure is hard to keep up! For these review videos I always have my SIM inside the phone for at least 6-7 days. Ideally I'd spend longer testing each one, but yeah, that stack of new blowers isn't getting any shorter!

[@TheUsmc0802]

Refresh rate, Nastalgia, and pure android led me to the Razr.

[@frankdaneluzzi3503]

Price???

[@nuthinbutwiiu]

Little cameo from Chris Rigg there

[@OchukoPrecious-jg4jw]

Name of the game he plays ?

[@user-lp5vw9ys1u]

Wait for the end

[@rangojango2698]

Got this yesterday and loving it so far

[@CannibalOX99]

How you still liking it 5 months later ?

[@Sunrazor]

Being an old repairman for phones I can say that any mechanical stress introduced by moving parts is a bad idea. That flip hinge, cables, display etc. are weak points. And a phone usually ends up on tarmac or concrete sooner or later. Unless properly protected, it will break.

[@winterzeblake7982]

Understood, but wouldn't you say if the phone is folded when falling it be less prone to breaking? the metall framing will take the bulk of the hit, thats if obviously it wont fall on the flat screen side. Something telling me the impact will not affect the screen inside, especxially that it feels like a plastic rather a harder sensitive glass screen...or am I wrong?

[@judehoffpauir]

That's a good point. That's actually why I waited until the 3rd generation to finally bite the bullet, as I figured they'd have the hinge mechanisms refined for durability by then. I've owned the ZFold 3 as my daily driver for almost two years, and I've run a used ZFlip 3 as my work phone for most of 2023. Both have survived several major drops (the Flip 3 fell while open twice while riding my road bike, the Fold 3 was accidentally thrown off a roof with a pile of 2x4 cutoffs...). I was impressed by their durability, and only had to deal with a couple of shattered cases in those instances. Proper protection is a must, as you said, and I can say at least anecdotally that they hold up to being dropped in their cases despite the moving parts.

[@The-Secret-Dragon]

#1 reason why I will never get a folding phone despite loving the aesthetic.

[@redwood404]

Caskets album 😍

[@yasuo977]

I have it and its a real game changer for me

[@CalebRussell1]

Nice intro hahaha

[@tjey379]

👍👍👍👍👍 "What is usually dinky ....and fits in your pants"??? 🤣🤣🤣🤣 why Chris you have showcased why I never did well in school, I thought that you were talking about my blasted wallet that with this terrible economy is usually close to empty but yes this phone is truly eye pleasing and I like it. Actually most of the foldables put out this year are good looking I am starting to look real desirable. Good dancing by the way 👌👌👌👌👌👌👌

[@polodoskyz]

how do you use a case?

[@asdpoi121]

Dinky, quid, chucked ... Makes it unique n interesting.

[@barryb1490]

It also glides off any surface that is not completely flat so beware! Mine has yeeted itself off my desk a few time already.

[@camouflagejumpsuit]

😅

[@frankdistefano7883]

i have the flip 5 mint green what is a good case looking for a mint green case keep up the good work

[@Bobbyleebudde]

I got the Samsung ring case I love how it feels

[@frankdistefano7883]

thank you@@Bobbyleebudde

[@raiphtheimposter]

tried a few but settled on a clear shock proof case from fleabay for about a fiver! shows off the mint and alu chassis best. samsung offerings are a rip off shame they dont do the aramid carbon case anymore. also a screen protector for the front screen is super necessary

[@Jv9569]

The ringke slim case on Amazon fits like a glove.

[@AnthonyStone-dn9ym]

The price is why I bought mine, the day of the Samsung Unpacked Event. $900 trade in value, $50 military discount. I couldn't pass this deal up!!

[@richardponce1580]

Yep, the deals were mind blowing. No cost after trading in my slightly screen cracked Note 20 Ultra, and received NFL Sunday Ticket for this season free, and the additional memory free. Could pass it up ditto.

[@AnthonyStone-dn9ym]

@richardponce1580 Traded in a Z Flip 4 but with the balance and tax in my state, still just a little over $100! Samsung knew they screwed up last time around and received a lot of backlash. I also got the Galaxy watch 6 with $250 trade in value. So all in all, very satisfied!!

[@richardponce1580]

Had to laugh, your email came in as I was looking at a watch 6 video. I'll be trading in a 4. Can't pass up these good deals. @@AnthonyStone-dn9ym

[@cine-ish]

​@@richardponce1580whilst the uk gets piss and bricks for trade in 💀💀

[@MrVuittonDon]

When is the Flip 6 launching? Hmmm I have a Note 20 Ultra, and ready to get something new in the USA. Should I wait? Really not interested in the s23 Ultra, seems bland and too big. The telephoto lens should be standard for ANY "Flagship" category phone too, SHAME. The crazy super zoom feature I barely used on my Note 20 Ultra, so I can live without it.

[@MrYedige]

Next July

[@karenduncan4457]

Moto and Samsung makes the best flip phones

[@accuracy7571]

U can edit it by using good luck

[@x21blaze21x]

If apple does not release a flip phone this September, I’m buying this. I’m done waiting for them to catch up while releasing a new camera every year… NO ONE NEEDS A STUDIO QUALITY CAMERA, DONT CARE WHAT THEY CLAIM. A CAMERA UPGRADE IS NOT WORTH $1200!

[@sueherring1082]

I've had an iPhone for 16 years and finally swapped to Z Flip 5 x I was bored with iPhone my new phone is amazing and I haven't missed my iPhone once GO FOR IT YOU WON'T REGRET IT

[@Knobblytyressoggysocks]

Had iphones for years and years, made the switch to this and absolutely love it.

[@trangvu2525]

Im using it n kinda like it.

[@_Quentin_]

I have a Z Flip 5 since more than a week now, and just using it and putting it in my pocket (and I am very careful), it has already big scratches on the rear glass. They say it is Gorilla glass, but my old smartphones don't get as many scratches as that in this amount of time... Even the plastic case that I have now takes less scratches.

[@stomer8125]

I believe reading that Victus2 is more prone to scratches to increase its drop resistance

[@Scotia__]

old smartphone glass would crack/shatter instead of just scratch. Higher scratch resistance reduces shatter resist & vice versa.

[@chocolatte8301]

Mine is super scratched already on the coverscreen as well. I had to get a screen protector

[@Conannnnn]

Flip or fold phones are not ready yet. Maybe in 3 years time the technology will be much more mature. The crease and not being able to open the phone up completely straight is a problem.

[@victorutomo7244]

Gotta say, on some occasions, the crease is unseen. Unlike the 'selfie' camera that creates a CONSTANT hole on the screen.

[@wavydane]

cheers

[@alexder264]

1M🎉

[@To_Ok]

Great review and finally a reviewer who knows how to pronounce the letter Z :) I have iPhone 13 mini and I love the small size of it but ever since I turned 40 it seems my eyesight is getting worse and I soon need a selfie stick to read anything from the thing... so, I think this could be the next best thing for me. I get the bigger screen but still have relatively small phone in my pocket, win win

[@junoperberry]

He says Z wrong though

[@To_Ok]

@@junoperberry :)

[@MichaelRichards983]

I refuse to pronounce it like a Nazi

[@Red_Snappa]

That's the way Z is pronounced over here in the UK...& well done for pronouncing it as it _should be_ for a Brit Chris....unlike some other 'plastic' brit reviewers, who are saying it the American way...really makes me cringe! 🙄

[@BernardWilkinson]

​@@junoperberryThe English was will always be the right way.

[@dungeon3146]

Bro knows what he is saying in the beginning of the video 😂😂

[@diana-FNFFanz]

JJBA On Thumbnail Lol 😂

[@Stylez-13]

Ora ora ora!

[@ajbfwb]

One reason Sammy has kept my business for years are those "tasty" trade-in values. After ringing up the value of all the freebies in conjunction with the trade-in, it could be said they've literally PAID me to upgrade each of the last 4 or 5 years. Don't like that angle? Totally ignore the freebies, and I got a shiny new Flip 5, by handing Sammy my pristine used Flip 4, and a measly 49 U.S. clams. The only thing Samsung has f*cked up (that I've noticed so far) on this phone compared to the Flip 4, is the fact they ripped out the option to use the fingerprint sensor for a swipe gesture, to bring up and dismiss notifications. They claim it pissed too many users off, which is f*cking ridiculous, given it's a feature you had to ENABLE. 🙄🤬 Sure hope they fix it in an update, or there's some utility out there to enable the option.

[@bm1066]

lots of tradeoffs to get that neat flip functionality....