A YouTuber has pushed the limits of Samsung’s latest foldable by opening and closing the Galaxy Z Fold 7 more than 200,000 times. The dramatic test highlights how far foldable hardware has progressed and how much stress the hinge can endure before showing signs of wear.

Galaxy Z Fold 7 stress test pushes limits

The phone went through an extreme cycle of repeated folding, designed to simulate years of daily use. While no one would ever reach such numbers in normal life, the test demonstrates how much strain the hinge and display can withstand without breaking.

Galaxy Z Fold 7 hinge durability under pressure

After tens of thousands of folds, the device began showing subtle resistance when closing. This indicated that the hinge was tightening over time. Despite that, the screen held firm, with no cracks, dead pixels, or major failures visible even at the 200,000 mark.

What the results mean for everyday users

For typical owners, this is reassuring. Folding and unfolding your phone throughout the day won’t come close to the numbers in this test. Even heavy use, opening the device hundreds of times daily, would take years to reach similar levels of stress.

Galaxy Z Fold 7 shows foldables growing stronger

The trial underscores the progress Samsung has made with its foldable designs. Creasing remains part of the experience, but catastrophic hinge failures seem increasingly rare. By withstanding this punishment, the Fold 7 signals that foldables are edging closer to mainstream reliability.

Durability verdict after 200,000 folds

The device emerged from the ordeal with only minor stiffness in the hinge. No catastrophic damage, no shattered display, and no sudden breakdowns. For a phone designed to bend thousands of times, that’s a promising outcome and one that should reassure those still hesitant about investing in foldables.