Apple’s first foldable iPhone is still some distance away, but new leaks suggest battery life could be one of its main selling points. According to a new leak, Apple may be planning its largest battery ever for the foldable model.

Weibo leaker Fixed Focus Digital claims Apple’s foldable iPhone could ship with a battery exceeding 5,500mAh, which would already put it ahead of every iPhone currently on the market. For reference, the iPhone 17 Pro Max tops out at 5,088mAh, making this a meaningful jump rather than a minor increase.

This isn’t the first time similar numbers have surfaced. Earlier leaks from yeux1122 suggested Apple was testing battery capacities in the 5,400–5,800mAh range, alongside efforts to slim down internal components and improve power efficiency. Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has also pointed to Apple using higher-density battery cells, likely to balance size, weight, and longevity.

If the numbers are accurate, Apple’s foldable would be competitive even by foldable standards. Recent devices like the Huawei Mate X7, Oppo Find N5, and Honor Magic V series all sit in roughly the same battery range, while Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold lineup continues to lag behind in capacity.

iPhone Fold: 5,500mAh (rumored)
Huawei Mate X7: 5,600 mAh (or 5,525 mAh in some variants)
Honor Magic V5: 5,820 mAh (international) or 6,100 mAh (China model)
Xiaomi Mix Fold 4: 5,100 mAh
Oppo Find N5: 5,600 mAh
Vivo X Fold5: 6,000 mAh

While the leak focuses on battery capacity rather than real-world battery life, Apple’s track record suggests the numbers could translate well in practice. iPhones often deliver longer endurance than Android devices with significantly larger batteries, largely due to Apple’s tight hardware-software integration. If Apple’s foldable launches with a battery similar in size to Chinese rivals — and notably larger than Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold lineup — it could realistically offer stronger battery life than many competing foldables.

The foldable iPhone is rumored to feature a 7.8-inch inner display, a 5.5-inch outer screen, Touch ID integrated into the side button, a dual-camera setup, and Apple’s upcoming A20 chip with a custom modem. A launch alongside the iPhone 18 Pro series in 2026 is currently expected.

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Apple is working on its first foldable phone, and it could launch later this year. Fans are already aware of some of its specs, but a new leak makes a hefty claim for the Apple iPhone Fold, which even Samsung fans didn’t expect.

Weibo leaker FixedFocusDigital (via MacRumors) revealed that the Apple iPhone Fold could be equipped with a 5500mAh battery; if true, it’s going to be a massive headache for Samsung as it prepares its next foldable phone.

Apple last year introduced its iPhone 17 Pro Max with a 5088mAh battery. It’s the largest capacity available yet on iPhone. Meanwhile, the first foldable product would bring a massive leap when it comes to battery capacity.

For years, Samsung stayed in a safe haven in terms of battery size. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 packs a 4400mAh battery, the same as its predecessors. The next model is rumored to bring a battery capacity of up to 5000mAh.

With Apple’s foldable apparently bringing a 5500mAh battery, it would surpass the Galaxy Z Fold model. iPhone could have double advantages, pushing its power efficiency to a significant level for user convenience.

If the leak is accurate, Galaxy Z Fold 8 is already in massive trouble. Samsung already faces competition in battery life. Larger battery and an in-house chip/modem would further help the iPhone Fold last longer than its rivals.

Under the hood, the device is expected to be powered by Apple’s A20 chip paired with a C2 modem. Other rumored specifications include a 5.5-inch cover screen, a 7.8-inch crease-free inner display, TouchID, and a dual rear camera setup.

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