Samsung’s latest book-style foldable, the Galaxy Z Fold7, has drawn global attention for its slim design and impressive performance in durability tests. However, repairability—and the potential cost involved—remains a major concern for any device that uses a large, flexible AMOLED screen protected by soft plastic.
While the hinge and body do a good job shielding the inner display when the phone is closed, what about scratches from regular use? Or accidental drops while the phone is open? Unlike older phones with retractable front cameras, foldables don’t offer features like fall detection or automatic closing to protect themselves. This is where repairability becomes important—and iFixit’s latest teardown video of the Z Fold7 dives right into that, examining how easy, cost-effective, and practical it is to repair Samsung’s $1,999 flagship foldable.
iFixit teardown reveals repair challenges
iFixit gave the Galaxy Z Fold7 a repairability score of just 3 out of 10. For starters, the combination of a slim design and strong adhesive makes it difficult to open the outer display or back panel for repairs. More concerning is the inner display, which, despite using a thicker version of Ultra Thin Glass inside, remains fragile and prone to damage from dust, debris, or even fingernail pressure.
Worse still, if the inner screen is damaged, it’s not just a matter of replacing the panel. In many cases, it may require swapping out the entire screen and chassis assembly—a costly solution for what could be a simple accident.
iFixit also pointed out that the battery is firmly glued into the frame, unlike the Galaxy S25 Ultra, which uses an adhesive wrapper that’s easier and safer to remove. In short, Samsung may have succeeded in making the Fold7 slimmer and more durable, but repairability clearly wasn’t a top priority for this $1,999 device.
With Samsung reportedly receiving over 210,000 pre-orders in India alone, plenty of customers could be affected if issues arise down the line. For buyers, the takeaway is clear — treat the device with care. Until Samsung improves access to parts and simplifies its foldable designs, repairability will remain a weak spot in an otherwise impressive product lineup.
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