Before the Samsung unpacked launch I was invited to Samsung KX to get hands on with their latest
products which included the Galaxy Z Fold 3, Galaxy Watch 4 series, Galaxy Buds 2 and
of course last but not least the Galaxy Z Flip 3. In this video it is the latter I will
be talking about specifically the various colourways and finishes because lets be honest
no one wants to make the wrong decision especially at the starting price of £999. If you are
interested in the Z Fold 3 instead then check out my video comparing those colours, I will
leave a link for that at the end of this video.
Welcome everyone, I’m Tech Zilla and I was lucky enough to check out the 4 different
colour options for the Z Flip 3 so in todays video I will be comparing and showing you
the difference between them helping you decide which one to pre order. But before I get into
it, hit that subscribe button and bell notification icon as I will be producing many videos about
Samsungs latest products so you don’t want to miss those. Right Back to business,
There are four variants available, Phantom Black, Green, Lavender and Cream. Only the
phantom black has a matte finished but the other 3 have glossy finished glass panels
and The hinges and metal frames on all 4 have a satin finish which is not shiny or a mirror
finish, so a little different to the Z Fold 3.
So lets get into it, First off lets tackle the most subtle and underrated option, the
Phantom Black, in my honest opinion I really really like this option because in person
it looks much better than on camera, The glass finish is very similar to the Phantom Black
S21 Ultra and the black z fold 3. The black back glass has a subtle finish which shifts
from almost black to a smoky gray which never looks like a deep jet black except the outer
display which obviously is glossy. The back as expected doesn’t really show fingerprints
unless you have very greasy or sweaty hands then when you shift the device the smudges
appear at various angles. The metal frame sandwiched inbetween the screens and the back
panels has a flat black finish and is finished in a way which looks very classy and sleek
and the antenna bands are in a dark gray colour almost identical to the metal frame. The Phantom
Black is the choice for anyone looking for understated, classy and subtle look, unlike
the Z Fold 3 the outer cameras are housed within the outer display so no camera bump
to worry about, making the overall appearance look more sleek.
The next colour option is my favourite, the Cream, this is probably the most unusual of
the colours. The glass panels are glossy in an almost ivory colour, obviously being glossy
you would assume it would show fingerprints but because it’s a light colour they are
hidden well. The colour has a deep lustre because its glossy, theres no colour shifting
but it does look luxurious in the flesh. The frame has flat finish, the metal rails look
like a champagne gold colour with slighty lighter coloured antenna lines. The frame
and buttons match perfectly and compliment the cream back making it look overall very
highend. The metal frame did not show fingerprints in the short time I spent handling it with
my sweaty hands. I would say this option is for anyone who doesn’t want a boring black
device but instead prefers a more highend look.
The third colour option for the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3, the Green, Again like the lavender
and cream colours this has a glossy finished back with the camera finished exactly the
same way in the outer screen. I would say it is the colourway that shows the most fingerprints
because of the darker shade and glossy finish. The metal frame is finished in a flat green
colour which looks slightly lighter than the green frame on the fold 3. It does really
look like a very premium finish but beware the antenna bands are a touch darker than
the frame. It really does add the finishing touch to the overall colour of the phone by
giving it a rich framing tone. Definitely a different option compared to previous Galaxy
flip devices and worthy of your consideration if you use a case or can cope with the fingerprint
smudges.
And finally the fourth colour option and my least favourite, the lavender, again a glossy
finish, the lavender is a lighter colour but personally for me I would have preferred a
purple instead. It looks like a lighter version of the purple iphone 12, the colour although
is glossy has a 1 dimensional look to it. Fingerprints are hidden well but not as well
as the cream variant, the metal frame and hinge like the other colour options has a
satin look to it. It is very very light lilac to my eyes, I would say almost more silver
with a hint of lavender. I personally think this colourway is intended more for the ladies
truth be told, not my cup of tea but I am sure there will be some fans.
There are 3 exclusive colour options also, available only on Samsung.com, Gray, White
and Pink. I haven’t seen these in person but from the images I have seen the gray version
looks similar to the phantom black but lighter with a black frame. The white version I am
going to call the panda, the glass is white with a black frame and black outer screen,
reminds me of the black and white pixel 2. The pink looks more like a salmon pink to
me, not my favourite colour but it also has a black frame which is very contrasting.
So there you have it, the current colour options available for the Galaxy Z Flip 3 series,
if you are looking to pick up any of these colour variants then use my link in the description
below to help me out. I have also made a video of the Z Fold 3 colour choices which total
3 options so check out that video too. So Which is your favourite colour and why? Let
me know in the comments below, personally my favourite is the Cream because of that
luxurious finish on the glass back and the contrasting champagne gold frame. Its nice
to see Samsung giving us extra choices this year compared to the previous Z flip devices,
I cant help feeling that Samsung missed a trick here. They could have gone with other
colour options like red glass with a black frame or blue glass with a white frame as
examples! What colour combo would you like to have seen? Let me know in the comments
below. I will be making loads more videos about the Z Fold 3, Z Flip 3, Galaxy Watch
4 Series and the Galaxy Buds 2 including accessories, screen protectors, cases and comparisons.
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saying take care and peace.