Samsung just launched three new foldable phones at Galaxy Unpacked in London on July 22. The Galaxy Z Fold 8, Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, and Galaxy Z Flip 8 represent Samsung’s biggest foldable redesign in years. Pre-orders are live now, with all three hitting shelves on August 7.
Galaxy Z Fold 8 Gets a Complete Redesign
The most surprising announcement is the Galaxy Z Fold 8, which Samsung now calls the “Fold 8 Wide.” The phone ditches the tall, narrow form factor of previous generations for a wider, shorter passport-style design. When folded, the cover screen measures 5.5 inches at a 16:10 aspect ratio. Opened up, the inner display is 7.6 inches at a 4:3 ratio.
The dimensions tell the story. The Fold 8 measures 123.9 x 161.4mm unfolded, weighs around 201 grams, and folds to 9.7mm thick. When opened, it is just 4.5mm thin. Samsung clearly listened to years of complaints about the narrow cover screen being awkward for one-handed use.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Full Specs
- Display: 7.6-inch inner AMOLED (4:3), 5.5-inch cover AMOLED (16:10)
- Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen for Galaxy
- RAM: 12GB LPDDR5X
- Storage: 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
- Cameras: Dual 50MP rear setup, 10MP front (both screens)
- Battery: 4,800mAh, 25W wired charging
- Price: Starting at $1,899 / £1,699
The dual 50MP rear cameras are a step back from the 200MP sensor in the Fold 7, but Samsung appears to have redirected engineering resources toward the chassis rebuild. The 25W charging speed also remains unchanged from last year.
Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra: The Premium Option
Samsung’s first-ever Ultra foldable packs a larger 8-inch inner display and a 6.5-inch cover screen. The Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen for Galaxy powers the device, paired with up to 16GB of RAM.
The camera system is where the Ultra justifies its premium. A 200MP main sensor leads a triple-camera array that also includes a 50MP ultrawide and a 10MP telephoto with 3x optical zoom. The battery is a 5,000mAh cell with 45W wired charging and a vapor chamber cooling system.
The Z Fold 8 Ultra starts at $2,099 / £1,899, making it the most expensive Galaxy foldable yet.
Galaxy Z Flip 8: Same Design, Higher Price
The Galaxy Z Flip 8 keeps the same basic design as its predecessor but gets internal upgrades. A 6.9-inch main display with reduced crease visibility pairs with a 4.1-inch cover screen. The battery grows to 4,300mAh with 25W wired charging and 15W wireless support.
Samsung is using a dual-chip strategy: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy in the US, Canada, China, and Japan, and the Exynos 2600 for India and other markets. The camera setup includes a 50MP primary and 12MP ultrawide on the back, with a 10MP selfie camera.
The pricing jump is notable. The 256GB model starts at $1,199, a $100 increase over the Z Flip 7. The 512GB variant costs $1,399, up $180 from last year.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 Key Specs
- Main Display: 6.9-inch AMOLED, 2,600 nits brightness
- Cover Display: 4.1-inch AMOLED
- Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (US) / Exynos 2600 (India)
- Cameras: 50MP + 12MP rear, 10MP front
- Battery: 4,300mAh, 25W wired, 15W wireless
- Storage: 256GB / 512GB
- Price: $1,199 (256GB) / $1,399 (512GB)
Galaxy Watch 9 and Watch Ultra 2
Samsung also unveiled the Galaxy Watch 9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 at the event, positioning both as health-focused wearables with expanded AI health tracking features.
Pre-Orders and Availability
All three phones are available for pre-order starting today. The Galaxy Z Fold 8, Z Fold 8 Ultra, and Z Flip 8 will ship on August 7. Samsung is offering trade-in deals of up to $600 off, or a $200 Samsung credit without a trade-in.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 release?
The Galaxy Z Fold 8, Z Fold 8 Ultra, and Z Flip 8 all ship on August 7, 2026. Pre-orders started on July 22.
How much does the Galaxy Z Fold 8 cost?
The Galaxy Z Fold 8 starts at $1,899 for the 256GB model. The Z Fold 8 Ultra starts at $2,099. The Z Flip 8 starts at $1,199.
What is different about the Galaxy Z Fold 8 design?
Samsung switched to a wider, passport-style form factor with a 16:10 cover screen instead of the narrow tall design of previous generations. The phone also folds to 9.7mm and weighs 201 grams.
Does the Galaxy Z Fold 8 have a 200MP camera?
No. The Z Fold 8 has dual 50MP rear cameras. The 200MP sensor is reserved for the Z Fold 8 Ultra, which also includes a 50MP ultrawide and 10MP telephoto with 3x optical zoom.
