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Can you be persuaded into purchasing a 2023-released mobile device in (late) 2025? Well, I'm sure going to try today, as I strongly believe the Galaxy Z Fold 5 is cheap enough at Woot for a limited time to offset its advanced age and prove to be the best foldable a lot of prospective buyers can afford this back-to-school season.
The two-year-old Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 powerhouse is perhaps not a powerhouse any longer when compared to last year's Galaxy Z Fold 6 and this year's Galaxy Z Fold 7, but its overall system performance is likely to satisfy most users... who understand they won't be getting one of the latest and greatest Android phones out there.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
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$800 off (44%)
5G, Unlocked, 256GB Storage, 12GB RAM, Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Processor, 7.6-Inch Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X Display with 2176 x 1812 Pixel Resolution and 120Hz Refresh Rate Technology, 6.2-Inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X Cover Screen with 2316 x 904 Pixel Resolution and 120Hz Refresh Rate Support, 50 + 10 + 12MP Triple Rear-Facing Camera System, 10MP Cover Camera, 4MP Under-Display Shooter, 4,400mAh Battery with 25W Charging Capabilities, Phantom Black Color, New, 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty Included
Of course, the key selling points remain that primary 7.6-inch display, secondary 6.2-inch screen, and a book-style foldable design described as virtually flawless in our in-depth Galaxy Z Fold 5 review back in 2023... that Samsung continued to refine but didn't radically change in 2024 or 2025.
All that makes this bad boy an undeniable bargain at $999.99 right now in brand-new, unused, unopened, and undamaged condition with a full 1-year manufacturer warranty included. Now, I realize that $999.99 might still feel like a pretty high price to pay for a "conventional" smartphone these days, which is why it's important to highlight just how unconventional the Z Fold 5 is.
That's a lot of screen for a $999.99 book-style foldable right now. | Image Credit -- PhoneArena
Today is basically the perfect day to do exactly that, as we're mere hours away at the time of this writing from a huge Apple product launch event that will once again not include a foldable iPhone rival for either the Galaxy Z Fold or Z Flip family.
In a way, a device like the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 is twice the phone a "normal" handset is, which makes list prices like $1,799.99 and up feel pretty normal too. But if you hurry, you can save a whopping 800 bucks (on a single Phantom Black color option)... or go down an additional $350 on Amazon for a "renewed" unit with unspecified warranty terms.
I personally recommend going the brand-new with full warranty route at Woot... if you can, and if not, it might be wise to consider a smaller and sleeker Galaxy Z Flip 6 or Z Flip 7 instead.
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Adrian, a mobile technology enthusiast since the Nokia 3310 era, has been a dynamic presence in the tech journalism field, contributing to Android Authority, Digital Trends, and Pocketnow before joining PhoneArena in 2018. His expertise spans across various platforms, with a particular fondness for the diversity of the Android ecosystem. Despite the challenges of balancing full-time parenthood with his work, Adrian's passion for tech trends, running, and movies keeps him energized. His commitment to mid-range smartphones has led to an eclectic collection of devices, saved from personal bankruptcy by his preference for 'adequate' over 'overpriced'.
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