Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold7 Leads Early Black Friday Rush — Best Prices, Bundles and What to Watch For

Samsung’s Foldable Takes Center Stage

Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold7 is the headline device of this year’s early Black Friday sales, with multiple retailers and Samsung itself offering significant discounts and bundles. The best upfront price available in the U.S. so far comes directly from Samsung: the 512GB Fold7 is listed for $1,399.99 — a roughly $720 cut from the original $2,119.99 — and includes a package of software freebies. Retailers including Amazon and Best Buy are also running steep reductions on the Fold7, though individual prices and storage configurations vary by seller and region.

What the deals look like right now

• Samsung (direct): 512GB Galaxy Z Fold7 for $1,399.99, plus bundled software (see below). This is the lowest advertised price for the half‑terabyte model so far. (See Samsung’s store for details: Samsung).
• Amazon / Best Buy: 256GB Fold7 models have dropped to the $1,599.99–$1,699.99 range in recent promotions, with some 512GB listings also showing lower prices depending on stock and color.

The available discounts are substantial and move quickly. If you want the larger 512GB configuration at the lowest price, Samsung’s direct offer currently appears strongest; Amazon and other retailers are close behind for other configurations and may run flash sales that undercut direct pricing for short windows.

What you get with the Fold7 (and why it matters)

The Galaxy Z Fold7 is Samsung’s sixth‑generation flagship foldable and remains focused on productivity and power. Key specifications and selling points include:
• Dual displays: a 6.3‑inch cover screen and a 7.6‑inch main display with Ultra Thin Glass and 120Hz refresh on both panels.
• Performance: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, paired with 12GB of RAM; storage options up to 512GB.
• Battery and charging: 4,600mAh battery with 25W fast charging (charger sold separately).
• Cameras: 50MP main sensor, 12MP ultra‑wide, and telephoto options that include 3x optical zoom, plus an additional 10MP telephoto.
• Durability and hinge: a refined hinge that Samsung rates for 200,000 folds and reduced crease visibility compared to earlier models.
• Software support: Samsung promises four years of major Android updates and five years of security patches; the Fold7 runs One UI optimized for larger, foldable displays.

Those specs help explain why the Fold7 commands flagship pricing even when discounted: it combines tablet‑sized screen real estate with a phone’s portability, and the hardware targets heavy multitaskers and power users.

Bundles and intangible value: what Samsung includes

Samsung’s direct promotion pairs the Fold7 price cut with a software bundle designed to sweeten the deal: six months of Google AI Pro, two months of Adobe Lightroom, 30 days of LumaFusion, and a trial of Samsung Health powered by iFit. For buyers who value those subscriptions — especially the Google AI Pro offering — the bundled deal increases the Fold7’s effective value versus raw price alone.

Trade‑in math and the fine print

A key wrinkle in Samsung’s sale is trade‑in pricing. Samsung advertises up to $1,000 in trade‑in credit in some cases, but actual valuations vary widely depending on the model you trade. Reported trade credits for otherwise recent flagships are sometimes far below their secondary‑market value; for example, realistic trade‑in offers for models like the Galaxy S22/S23 Ultra and some iPhone models are significantly lower than what many sellers might get on the resale market.

Analysts and deal trackers have cautioned that Samsung may be offering large flat discounts for buyers without trade‑ins while simultaneously lowering trade‑in values — a pricing mix that can make the headline trade credit harder to reach for most customers. If you’re considering trading in, run the numbers: compare Samsung’s trade‑in price + sale price against selling your old device on the secondary market and buying the Fold7 without a trade.

Other Samsung Black Friday highlights

Samsung and major retailers are not only discounting the Fold7. Notable offers spotted across promotions include:
• Galaxy Tab S10 Lite: new lows on the 128GB and 256GB models in Week 3 Black Friday promotions (entry points near $249 and $319 respectively).
• Galaxy Watch 7 and Watch 8: significant discounts on recent Wear OS watches, with some models at or near all‑time lows.
• Big television markdowns in some regions: in Australia, Samsung’s early Black Friday TV sale cuts up to AU$4,000 off 8K sets such as the QN800D when shoppers apply limited‑time codes.
• Accessories and third‑party deals: noise‑canceling headphones and other peripherals have fallen sharply in synchronized retail sales around the same Black Friday windows.

How to decide — a short buying guide

• Best price on 512GB Fold7: If you want the 512GB model, Samsung’s direct $1,399.99 offer is the headline bargain and includes subscription bundles that small buyers may value.
• Want the cheapest Fold7 regardless of storage? Monitor Amazon and Best Buy for short‑duration flash sales; 256GB units have been dropping near $1,599 and sometimes lower.
• Trade‑in vs. resale: don’t assume trade‑in credit is the best return. Check Samsung’s valuation, then compare with likely resale prices on platforms like eBay or Swappa before you commit.
• Extras matter: if you value the included software bundle — especially the six months of Google AI Pro — factor that into the effective cost. If you prefer physical extras (chargers, watches, earbuds), some retailer bundles may be more attractive.

Bottom line

This year’s early Black Friday window has turned the Galaxy Z Fold7 from an aspirational purchase into a more approachable one for buyers who prioritize screen size and multitasking. Samsung’s direct 512GB offer looks like the strongest overall value at the moment, but fast‑moving retailer promos, regional TV deals, and varied trade‑in math mean the smartest move is to compare total costs and benefits (price, storage, included subscriptions and trade‑in value) before you buy.

For the latest official pricing and offers, check Samsung’s store and your preferred retailer frequently — these promotions can change quickly as Black Friday approaches.