Samsung has announced its latest lineup of foldable smartphones: the Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra. Building on seven generations of hardware and software design, the new lineup expands choices for consumers, introducing dedicated form factors for productivity, media consumption, and portability while integrating optimized artificial intelligence (AI) features throughout the system.
Galaxy Z Fold8: Redesigned for Media and Everyday Content
The standard Galaxy Z Fold8 introduces updated aspect ratios tailored for versatile media consumption and daily navigation. Weighing 201 grams, it is Samsung’s lightest Z Fold model to date.
Key Hardware & Display Features
- Outer Display: A 10:16 cover screen designed for quick interactions such as messaging, browsing, and social media navigation.
- Inner Display: A 4:3 main display aimed at immersive viewing for gaming and video content. Rotating the screen transitions the aspect ratio into a format optimized for reading e-books and long-form articles.
- Flex Titanium Technology: Incorporates a titanium-alloy film combined with an enhanced titanium plate to strengthen structural support, absorb impact, and reduce visible crease lines over time.
- Performance & Battery: Powered by the Snapdragon® 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform for Galaxy and equipped with a 4,800 mAh battery. The main display reaches up to 3,000 nits of peak brightness with low-reflection finishing for enhanced outdoor visibility.
Camera
- Dual 50 MP Sensors: Maintained across wide and ultra-wide lenses to deliver consistent high-resolution imaging.
- Dual Recording: Allows users to capture video using both front and rear cameras simultaneously, utilizing the cover screen as a live preview interface.
- My FanCam: Automatically tracks a designated subject and reframes video footage into target aspect ratios for streamlined content sharing.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Specifications
- 7.6-inch (1848 x 2448pixels) QXGA+ 4:3 Dynamic AMOLED 2X Display, 403ppi, 1~120Hz adaptive refresh rate, HDR10+, up to 3000 nits peak brightness
- 5.5-inch (1248 x 1972 pixels) 16:10 WUXGA+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X Cover Display, 428ppi, 1~120Hz adaptive refresh rate, up to 3000 nits peak brightness
- Up to 4.74 GHz Octa-Core Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy 3nm Mobile Platform with Adreno 840 GPU
- 12GB / 16GB RAM, 256GB / 512GB / 1TB storage
- Android 17 with One UI 9
- Dual SIM (nano + nano / eSIM)
- 50MP (f/1.8, 1μm, OIS, Dual Pixel AF) main + 50MP 120˚ Ultra-wide (f/1.9, 0.7μm)
- 10MP inner and outer cameras (f/2.2, 1.12μm, FOV: 100˚(Outer) / 85˚(Inner))
- USB Type-C Audio, Stereo speakers, Dolby Atmos
- Side-mounted Fingerprint Sensor
- Water-resistant (IP48)
- Dimensions Folded: 81.9×123.9×9.7mm, Unfolded: 161.4 x 123.9 x 4.5mm; Weight: 201g
- 5G, Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 7 802.11 be (2.4/5GHz), Bluetooth 6.0, GPS with GLONASS, USB Type-C, NFC
- 4800mAh battery with 45W wired and 20W wireless charging
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra: Maxing Out Productivity and Imaging
The new Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra marks the entry of Samsung’s “Ultra” standard into the foldable category. Unfolded, the device measures 4.1 mm thick, weighs 215 grams, and features an expansive 8-inch main display.
It has a 8-inch main workspace display, has the same Snapdragon® 8 Elite Gen 5 SoC, packs a 5000mAh battery compared to 4400mAh in the predecessor and has a expanded Graphite Cooling System.
Video and Imaging Suite
- 200 MP Primary Sensor: Supports high-resolution imagery with HDR processing enabled in full 200 MP mode.
- 50 MP Ultra-Wide: Facilitates detailed macro shots and wide-angle captures.
- Advanced Video Tools: Includes improved low-light Nightography, 8K recording via the APV codec, and real-time Cine LUT color grading.
System-Wide AI and Software Features
The new Galaxy Z series operates on One UI 9, incorporating expanded agentic AI features tailored specifically for foldable form factors.
- Now Nudge: Contextually analyzes ongoing conversations on-screen to offer relevant next steps—such as pulling up calendar schedules or locating venues—in a side-by-side view on larger displays.
- Gemini Notebook: Serves as a unified workspace where notes, files, audio recordings, and images can be organized via drag-and-drop. The workspace can automatically generate audio overviews, meeting recaps, visual summaries, or infographics.
- Cross-Device Ecosystem: Integrates seamlessly with connected wearables, including the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2, Galaxy Watch9, and upcoming smart eyewear, sharing health insights and daily routines.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra Specifications
- 8-inch (2504 x 2256 pixels) QXGA+ 20.9:18 Dynamic AMOLED 2X Display, 422ppi, 1~120Hz adaptive refresh rate, HDR10+, up to 3000 nits peak brightness
- 6.5-inch (2520 x 1080 pixels) 21:9 FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X Cover Display, 422ppi, 1~120Hz adaptive refresh rate, up to 3000 nits peak brightness
- Up to 4.74 GHz Octa-Core Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy 3nm Mobile Platform with Adreno 840 GPU
- 12GB / 16GB RAM, 256GB / 512GB / 1TB storage
- Android 17 with One UI 9
- Dual SIM (nano + nano / eSIM)
- 200MP (f/1.7, 0.6μm, OIS, Quad Pixel AF) main + 50MP 120˚ Ultra-wide (f/1.9, 0.7μm) + 10MP telephoto (f/2.4 1.0 μm, OIS, PDAF, 3x optical zoom), 30X space zoom
- 10MP inner and outer cameras (f/2.2, 1.12μm, FOV: 100˚(Outer) / 85˚(Inner))
- USB Type-C Audio, Stereo speakers, Dolby Atmos
- Side-mounted Fingerprint Sensor
- Water-resistant (IP48)
- Dimensions Folded: 72.8×158.4×8.9mm, Unfolded: 143.2 x 158.4 x 4.1mm; Weight: 215g
- 5G, Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 7 802.11 be (2.4/5GHz), Bluetooth 6.0, GPS with GLONASS, USB Type-C, NFC
- 5000mAh battery with 45W wired and 20W wireless charging
Pricing and Availability
- Galaxy Z Fold8 (12GB+256GB): Rs. 1,79,999
- Galaxy Z Fold8 (12GB+512GB): Rs. 1,99,999
- Galaxy Z Fold8 (16GB+1TB): Rs. 2,39,999
- Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (12GB+256GB): Rs. 1,99,999
- Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (12GB+512GB): Rs. 2,19,999
- Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (16GB+1TB): Rs. 2,59,999
The Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold8, and Galaxy Z Flip8 are available for pre-order in select markets, including India, starting today and will be available from August 8th.
- Standard Colors: Both the models come in Graphite and Cream.
- Model-Exclusive Colors: Violet Shadow (Fold8 Ultra), Lavender (Fold8)
- Online-Exclusive Colors: Green Shadow (Fold8 Ultra), Pistachio (Fold8)