Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 Durability Test: Can It Handle the Heat?

TLDRIn this durability test, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 proves to be a robust folding phone, with a scratch-resistant front screen and a redesigned hinge that allows the phone to fold completely flat. The phone can withstand scratching, water exposure, and even bending without catastrophic damage. However, the fingerprint scanner may lose functionality if the power button is excessively scratched.

Key insights

💪The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 has a scratch-resistant front screen made of Gorilla Glass Victus, which can withstand scratches up to level 6 on the Mohs scale.

🌊The Flip 5 has an IPX8 water resistance rating, meaning it can withstand being submerged in fresh water for up to 30 minutes.

🔥The Flip 5's flexible inner screen is made of 6.7-inch AMOLED 2X at 1080p, but it starts bubbling and melting after 15 seconds of exposure to fire.

🔒The redesigned hinge and rear slabs of glass on the Flip 5 prevent the phone from bending too far back, protecting it from catastrophic damage.

🔍The fingerprint scanner on the Flip 5's power button may lose functionality if the button is excessively scratched.

Q&A

Is the front screen of the Flip 5 scratch-resistant?

—Yes, the front screen of the Flip 5 is made of Gorilla Glass Victus and can withstand scratches up to level 6 on the Mohs scale.

Can the Flip 5 survive water exposure?

—Yes, the Flip 5 has an IPX8 water resistance rating, meaning it can withstand being submerged in fresh water for up to 30 minutes.

What is the material of the Flip 5's hinge?

—The Flip 5's hinge is made with aluminum, which adds stability and prevents the phone from bending too far back.

How long does the inner screen of the Flip 5 last under fire exposure?

—The flexible inner screen of the Flip 5 starts bubbling and melting after 15 seconds of exposure to fire.

Does the Flip 5's power button double as a fingerprint scanner?

—Yes, the power button of the Flip 5 serves as a fingerprint scanner, but excessive scratching may affect its functionality.

Timestamped Summary

00:00The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 is durable and can withstand scratches, water exposure, and bending.

01:43The front screen of the Flip 5 is scratch-resistant, thanks to Gorilla Glass Victus.

05:43The flexible inner screen of the Flip 5 starts bubbling and melting after 15 seconds of fire exposure.

06:49The Flip 5's hinge and rear glass slabs prevent it from bending too far back, avoiding catastrophic damage.

07:23The power button on the Flip 5 doubles as a fingerprint scanner, but excessive scratching may affect its functionality.

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