The Cheapest Foldable: Tecno Phantom V Flip Hands-On

[@bensgadgetreviews]

CORRECTION: the early bird price is closer to US$600.

[@kreigerbailey3550]

Portland, JAMAICA in the Building!!!

[@ReeseHarison]

Foldables are growing!

[@GHOST-cy7rc]

Wow... This is a major step in the right direction... well done Tecno, and well done Ben.

[@darling_yext]

About 650 usd for that package? That's actually incredible.

[@oluwadarejoshua8595]

Hios isn't smooth That's the issue with tecno and they release a lot of products within a short period of time so there not enough time to fix and optimize the software for all their devices

[@darling_yext]

@@oluwadarejoshua8595 Well, I'm not sure about that, my secondary phone is a Camon 18 Premier, which I find to be smooth enough with it's Helio G96 and Android 12, so I'm sure a Tecno phone with Android 13 and a much faster Dimensity 8050 would be smooth enough for the price.

[@lol-ivan7500]

​@oluwadarejoshua8595 its smooth, try the tecno camon 20 premier, tecno phantom v fold, tecno phantom x2 Sure those are more to the expensive side but they're pretty snappy compared to the other lower end ones

[@chriscantrell6983]

That's pretty cool. I love how much your video production has moved on but, your reviews are still real.

[@koollifebillionaire]

I love your honesty in reviews, you are pushing me to start tech review. Keep ur honesty please

[@santetzuken8903]

This is amazing. I hope tecno would make more foldables in the future. Options like these are actually very appealing.

[@Thomasmcse]

Thanks for your video. Good to see cheaper foldables are coming.

[@CISO_007]

Wooaw, i like the design it has. Really attracts attention. Thank to Ben we are discovering new Tech gadgets.

[@emekaaustin]

I like the unboxing because there's something indeed to unbox. Well done Tecno

[@galatechsdesigns]

this one hits different🤪

[@peteradeosun6736]

It's ok for a company that will ship only 2,000 units across the world to use huge boxes. But for a company that will ship millions of units across the world, the smaller boxes will use less fossil fuel and are thus better for the environment.

[@emekaaustin]

@@peteradeosun6736 this is not a good excuse. You can't pay $1300 for a device and not get a full package. We need a charger in a box

[@Kyinre_]

Feels like a thick bezel of a watch for the outer screen. The low light shot looks impressive tho. And price! More mid range flip, hopefully!

[@AdamConnelly15]

Thanks Ben. Great hands on. I wish Samsung & Motorola made their flip foldables wider. This phone is wider than those two. I am not sure why companies are making phones thinner and taller ? I guess it's related to the screen resolution but they need to strike the right balance.

[@andyH_England]

That is a Samsung thing, they started it off and others followed thinking Samsung had the right idea. Of course, they are now realising Samsung got that wrong, and all folds now have wider displays and hoping we will see all flips move wider. No idea why Samsung went with this bad aspect ratio. Probably Samsung are not the best trendsetters?

[@lightchaser2k6]

Well done! Another option of better gadgets to come! Kudos to Ben to introduce this as well! Really enjoy more your presentations of new coming phones in comparison to most others. Keep it up!

[@ef3510]

Thanks for this review.love from Bangladesh ❤.

[@dotunmakun]

Great review Ben. Looking forward to your videos coming soon. Thanks 👍🏾

[@karambagdad]

Clearly the front camera is only for video calls, nevertheless great review Ben, big fan of your content ❤️

[@hatriuslim7117]

ben always providing no nonsense & straight to the point informative videos. i'm not his fanboy but it's just my personal opinion that if all or most tech content reviewers with such pace of no nonsense or time wasting bla bla (i.e. wasting first 100-250 seconds (1.5-2.5+ mins)) then it will great experience for most of their subscribers. i always enjoying most of the content compiled by ben or another hk reviewer frankie tech (frankie's trademark while playing pubg of "boo yeah! keep on swimming keep on swimming"). p.s. ben : keep up your good work & pace and don't bother with those iphone fanboys, haters, hormone imbalance karens and etc. it's your prerogative of free will to create whatever content you feel, felt or found comfortable with. everyone has their own opinion(s) via free will.

[@hafizyaakob5753]

Hello I'm watching your video from Malaysia 🇲🇾😊 Tecno Phantom V Flip 👍🏻

[@MrJafar]

Why it's 720p? 🤔

[@ThroughJermainesLens]

while I still wouldn't get it myself, but a great step in the right direction for the more budget flip phones!

[@larrymalpaya]

why no stereo/ balanced sound?

[@aubinbaldonado]

Agree, this one does deserve a chance, 650 bucks, good starting price.

[@dariusjohn66]

great video 👍🏻

[@vivaanbakshi4193]

Looks spectacular with the design, will it perform also well with the mediatek chipset?

[@IamVanced-hw4uh]

when can we see an in-depth battle between the Huawei P60 Pro x Mate 60 Pro x Iphone 15 Pro Max ? Really looking forward to it! Only you can bring us that legit day-to-day like comparison videos.

[@Dare2Blink]

wow, that is incredible value

[@prauunprauun91]

Ben, you were in Singapore for the formula 1 race? Hahaha!

[@renetteryaniicurioso109]

The front camera is needed for videocalls and group selfies when you to have large viewfinder... also if you want to see more how you look like if u wanna have better selfie pose,.etc... so it is useful...

[@idarachris-emediongumoren815]

I will say this device is super cool. 😮😮 The specs are impressive.

[@vickie_g]

The base Razr doesn't seem to cost much more in India - 725$. That is a way better option.

[@bensgadgetreviews]

Oh yeah if it’s that close then the Motorola is better

[@shuvadeepdey2574]

Hi Vickie. Where are you from??

[@kurakuson]

Excellent presentation.

[@dragsteraa]

Great review Ben! Recently NIO (the car manufacturer) released their phone with deep integration to their cars. Do you intend to review it, as it's something different to the phone market?

[@gabrielhoolans7127]

Question will it be a global or Chinese Rom?

[@bensgadgetreviews]

Global. Tecno don’t even sell inside China

[@JGARBOLERO]

I think it's incredible what Tecno has achieved. Samsung with equal or even worse foldables cost more than

[@lightchaser2k6]

Since when is Samsung equal? lol It takes them 5 generations of release to flatten the closure and maybe more. Samsung is getting to be the Asia's 'Apple' in which both are getting rotten....lol

[@MrYodith]

Any plan to review redmi note 13 pro+?

[@parkzartworks3148]

Awesome,thank you i hope phantom phone fold or flip come to indonesia🤩

[@mxmus08]

Looking forward to techtober. Thank you, Ben. Keep churning out the videos.

[@JohnRossOfficialYT]

Hi Ben. Cheapest indeed Flip Phone😮

[@brightdudu5229]

Great device from TECNO, quite affordable for the specs it carries.

[@delpinsky]

This is the price other flip phones should have in my opinion. 600-800$ tops. The same for every flagship. Interesting phone, really!

[@MdRony-mz9vx]

Love You Bro Form Bangladesh 🇧🇩

[@peterhansen5804]

I would be excited if you presented a foldable for a price around 350-400 U$

[@gie3973]

Be realistic, the tech in a foldable is too costly to be that cheap. You can't even get an upper mid range normal phone for that price

[@strumbi217]

No joke I tought this was huawei phone on thubnail without reading the zitle because of its designe. It looks like mate 60 pro flip edition

[@kuaqimai]

Ben deserve more subscriber and you visit Singapore

[@bensgadgetreviews]

Thank you

[@supremeleader69]

Beautiful phone design

[@DaRazorback]

Shout-out from Bangkok

[@prateekSpace]

design is very good!

[@hojomoone]

Great review - thanks Ben! "Cover Screen" looks like watch size - if you're happy with that - certainly contributes to the comfortable pricing. The big danger I forsee with a "smaller Chinese outfit" is spy-chips & data-harvesting - they can contribute too 😢

[@LouisAlfieri-n2l]

Lol. The west is way more intrusive & Shameless about spying on their population & other populations aswell. I'd prefer the Chinese have my data then the guy living on my block😂

[@GHOST-cy7rc]

You're simply just regurgitating the American propaganda... They ALL spy and harvest your data but only Chinese brands are dragged more loudly for it.

[@gie3973]

I've never understood the gear in data harvesting or spy chips . The western brands have been doing this for ages but paint Chinese brands as unsafe for doing the same. None of our data is safe. None of it.

[@lunarpeople]

Can't argue! The phone can be a hit! Flip is a lot cooler form factor than foldable, considering, that most pockets struggle with 6'7 - 6'9 screen bricks. For the price... 🎉🎉🎉 Sounds like a deal. Surely Tecno needs to prove that it's phones can last long enough without any major problems! Could they be another coming of the innovative outsider?? Like what Samsung did long time ago?

[@HuntaKiller91]

A wee bit disappointed it's not using d8200 tho D8050 is a rebadge of d1200 Ok but not great More or less like sd860 imho

[@nicsvee4944]

How's the experience after 2 months ? I read some of the users experienced some issues when they are using 4 to 5 apps running in the background?

[@anthonyellison4737]

I mean, yeah its comparatively cheap however, I wont buy a foldable from any of the trustworthy big names because they still arent up to the standards of reliability and life expectancy of standard phones, so buying from an unknown is just not going to happen, especially for what is essentially a gimmick.

[@bensgadgetreviews]

Fair point

[@milpatel83]

At this price, given the brand, I’m suspicious about durability/reliability. The cover screen is so small, if the inner breaks, it’s a write-off.

[@andyH_England]

Sensible. I saw the Moto test and it failed badly below suggested flips. Samsung and the best Chinese OEMs have great displays and hinges that will last unless you are unlucky.

[@petreefyedn0ire]

Tecno is not an unknown brand. They are extremely popular in Africa

[@milpatel83]

@@petreefyedn0ire How many foldables do they sell in Africa? Or anywhere else for that matter?

[@aliettienne2907]

It is true the added flash to support the front facing selfie camera is a bit redundant because you can clearly take selfies with the rear camera. The rear display assist in taking selfies with the rear Cameras so yes it's a bit redundant. But I guess it will invariably be useful to do zoom meetings, content creation and other useful stuff. 😎💯💪🏾👍🏾. The fromt flash may not be quite redundant because the rear display might be a little too small to use comfortably with the rear Cameras. So it kinda do make some sense and it will be useful to a good degree.

[@CHIGOZIEATUEGBU-v2p]

What I like is the front selfie flashlight not present in other foldable phones that cost way too much.😊

[@gie3973]

For the very first attempt? It's fine , the cover screen will obviously get better generation after generation.

[@babevso]

Omg, Yo What's The Site? How Does it Compare/ Compete With The Other Flip Phones

[@tibora13]

Hopefully that circular outside display can be optimized for app usage like Instagram, Facebook, KZbin, etc. in the future🤞🏿👑🐊

[@I_Komang_Ari_Putra]

Tecno 🔥

[@woozyz2769]

Can you take video on small screen behind the phone???????

[@FunQuizMaster]

I would buy one if it will be available in US.

[@praizreviews8648]

The camera cut out is too big for me! But, with this, we all know that Tecno is not playing 💯

[@Remonzo100]

Nice 😊

[@adityamahendra3890]

Tecno phones are crazy good at their extremely cheap prize, they makes other brands obviously overprized

[@deminmax]

The outside screen is like the one on the smart watch

[@tfkdandsvkc]

Okay tecno has finally proved to be a premium brand the designs look expensive from the phantom x deries,phantom fold and this phantom flip

[@jjeter1]

Battery probably last way longer than Google pixel 7pro.. 😂

[@mukdev1724]

A nice phone btw

[@victorutomo7244]

I think it is okay for smaller brand like Tecno to introduce their 'flagship' around the world. But Xiaomi or Oppo? I think they are wise to stay away from US.

[@gie3973]

And Africa? India? Techno is pushing these markets, matter of fact Tecno sales the most phones in Africa.

[@sevenhenson3926]

So they just put a smart watch screen at the front😅

[@tiffanyorlane2444]

Thanks for all Ben 💋

[@mofabis]

Who remember MGSV Phantom Pain?

[@ronnerup14]

If the price stays at $600 or even lower it to $500 plus range, people will buy it. The low light pics looks excellent and with OLED screen, it is good enough for me. The only negatives are will the screen last forever. I have a Samsung Fold 3 that I sold last December to a friend of mine and last month, the inner left screen had a black patch. And the other negative, I think all folds and flips doesn't have internal storage for micro SD cards. For me who takes a lot of videos and pics, that is a deal breaker. Besides that great job Tecno.👌👍

[@noumeg7782]

Chinese brand ❤🎉

[@EngrMoe]

I can't fathom why anyone would consider paying a measly $650 for that phone when the superior Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 is already available on the market for just $800. I mean, seriously? I bought mine a mere six weeks ago for $840, and it's worth every penny. Let's talk about the specifications, shall we? First of all, the Samsung Z Flip5 weighs a mere 8 grams less than the alternative you mentioned. But that's just the tip of the iceberg. The Z Flip5 boasts the incredible Gorilla Glass Victus 2, while the other device settles for some unbranded glass. Who even knows if that stuff is reliable? When it comes to durability, the Z Flip5 is unparalleled with its IPX8 rating, ensuring it can withstand water and dust. As for the other device, it's not even officially registered or tested. Talk about a gamble! Let's move on to the display. The Z Flip5 features a magnificent Dynamic AMOLED 2X screen with HDR10 support and a whopping 1750 nits of brightness. Meanwhile, the Phantom V Flip settles for a lower-grade LTPO AMOLED display with a mere 1000 nits. Plus, the Z Flip5 offers a higher pixel density, resulting in a crisper and more vibrant visual experience. But here's the real kicker-the outer screen. The Z Flip5 boasts a larger, fully functional outer screen that allows you to operate your phone, run apps, and enjoy its full functionality. In contrast, the Phantom V Flip presents you with a laughable 1.3-inch screen that's practically useless, serving only as a glorified camera viewfinder or a platform for displaying pet gifs. Seriously, who needs that? Now let's talk about what truly powers these devices. The Z Flip5 is equipped with the cutting-edge 4nm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip, widely recognized as one of the best and most powerful processors in the market. On the other hand, the Phantom V Flip settles for the lackluster 6nm Dimensity 8050 chip, which pales in comparison to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 in every possible way. Oh, and let's not forget about memory. The Z Flip5 features the lightning-fast UFS 4.0 technology, while the Phantom V Flip is stuck with the outdated UFS 3.1. It's like comparing a sports car to a horse-drawn carriage. Even the connectivity options differ significantly. The Z Flip5 supports tri-band WiFi and the latest direct technology, while the Phantom V Flip still clings to the outdated dual-band technology. And don't even get me started on Bluetooth. The Z Flip5 boasts Bluetooth 5.3, while the Phantom V Flip lags behind with Bluetooth 5.1. It's like comparing a rocket ship to a bicycle! Oh, and let's not forget about the USB ports. The Z Flip5 comes with the lightning-fast Type-C 3.2, while the Phantom V Flip settles for the archaic Type-C 3.0. It's like comparing a Formula 1 car to a horse-drawn carriage once again. Now, I'll admit, the Phantom V Flip does have a slight advantage when it comes to battery capacity. It sports a 4000mAh battery and supports 45W charging, while the Z Flip5 settles for a 3700mAh battery with 25W charging. But let's face it-the Z Flip5's advanced technologies and efficient chip make up for that difference in battery capacity. It's like having a luxury car with incredible fuel efficiency. And one final point to drive it home-the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 will undoubtedly receive more Android updates in the future, ensuring that you stay up to date with the latest features and security patches. Can the same be said for the other device? I highly doubt it. So, my friend, for a mere $150-200 difference, it's a no-brainer. I would absolutely recommend investing in the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5. It's a powerhouse of a phone that outshines its competition in every imaginable way. Don't settle for less when you can have the best! Thank you, Ben, for your insightful review ❤.

[@MK68ii]

The circular small display design really makes this phone usless

[@PTYC933]

Tecno. Yes another great hk company. Way to undercut your motherland phones. They used to use unisoc chips. Good to see them moving up fast.

[@lawrencepatricio5776]

of course the "selfie" camera inside is not only useful for selfies, but for video calls. you can't do video calls on the main camera, can you?

[@bensgadgetreviews]

Good point

[@deminmax]

Generally, we are strange species. First, we make a foldable. Then we put a big screen outside, because we are to lazy to open the foldable…

[@TheOnlyRealJason]

It could literally be the Huawei Mate60 Pocket yk becouse of the Design 😂😂

[@gadgetman4589]

Backpacker

[@Heartstarts2pound]

forget the moto razr 40 ultra and flip 5, those are a class above, this competes with the Razr 40 which is way better.

[@JacobRivera-l9x]

this is good, but with samsung Trade in, i got the fold 5 for 300

[@enginbora]

LG design vibe

[@shuvoshekh6152]

WoW! Thats Hot

[@sajju6671]

Razr 40 is cheaper

[@sivankakkar2281]

its not film its fimm unboxing

[@shuvadeepdey2574]

Find N3 flip is much better.

[@Henry1981live]

🤚🏼

[@mvevitsis]

Call it what it is... Polyurethane (not 'vegan leather') don't let the phone brands get away with bs marketing

[@bensgadgetreviews]

You don’t know my work if you think I fall for brands BS marketing. And brands themselves don’t actually call it “vegan leather” It feels and looks like leather and it’s what every product everywhere calls it including wallets and other items.

[@2110stelios]

Give it to me.