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Samsung
Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy
- 201 g
- 4800 mAh
- From $1,900
- Model number
- SM-F971U
Available colors
Selected: Lavender
Physical specifications
Folded
7.6"
Display size
201 g
Weight
123.9 mm
Height
81.9 mm
Width
9.7 mm
Thickness
—
Aspect ratio
Unfolded
7.6"
Display size
201 g
Weight
123.9 mm
Height
161.4 mm
Width
4.5 mm
Thickness
4:3
Aspect ratio
Everyday usability
Estimated from device dimensions and weight. Based on folded dimensions.
One-handed use
Two-handed preferredTwo-handed use is generally the more natural way to hold this device.
Pocket friendliness
LimitedIts footprint is less practical for everyday pocket carry.
Carry comfort
BalancedWeight sits in a balanced range for everyday holding and carrying.
Reading and media
A large canvas for reading, video, and longer on-screen sessions.
Gaming
High-endIts processor and graphics hardware are suited to demanding games and higher visual settings.
See its real size next to another phone or tablet.
Open size comparisonDisplay
- Display size
- 7.6"
- Cover display size
- 5.5"
- Display technology
- Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Cover display technology
- Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution
- 2448 × 1848
- Cover resolution
- 1972 × 1248
- Refresh rate
- 120 Hz
- Cover refresh rate
- 120 Hz
- Peak brightness
- 3000 nits
- Protection
- Flex Titanium (main)
Performance
- Chipset
- Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy
- RAM
- 12 GB, 16 GB
- Storage
- 256 GB, 512 GB, 1024 GB
- Expandable storage
- No
Battery & charging
- Typical capacity
- 4800 mAh
- Rated capacity
- 4660 mAh
- Wired charging
- 45 W
- Wireless charging
- 20 W
- Charging standard
- 45W wired charging, Fast Wireless Charging 20W, Wireless PowerShare
Cameras
- Rear cameras
- Wide · 50 MP · ƒ/1.8 · 2x Optical Quality Zoom · OIS; Ultra Wide · 50 MP · ƒ/1.9
- Front cameras
- Cover selfie · 10 MP · ƒ/2.2; Inner selfie · 10 MP · ƒ/2.2
Build & durability
- Frame
- Armor Aluminum
- Back
- Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2
- Front
- Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 3
- Ingress protection
- IP48
Connectivity
- Cellular
- 5G, LTE
- Wi‑Fi
- Wi‑Fi 7
- Bluetooth
- Bluetooth 6.0
- USB
- USB‑C
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Release and pricing
- Announced
- July 22, 2026
- Released
- August 7, 2026
- Starting price
- $1,900
- Market
- US
- Configuration
- 256 GB
Buying guide FAQ
Practical upgrade and buying answers based on published specifications and previous-generation comparisons when available.
What’s new in Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) compared with Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (2025)?
Published changes versus Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (2025) include a display size change from 8 in to 7.6 in, a peak brightness change from 2600 nits to 3000 nits, a main camera resolution change from 200 MP to 50 MP and an ultrawide camera resolution change from 12 MP to 50 MP. These are specification differences, not measured real-world scores.
Is it worth upgrading from Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (2025) to Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026)?
An upgrade is easiest to justify if you care about a display size change from 8 in to 7.6 in, a peak brightness change from 2600 nits to 3000 nits and a main camera resolution change from 200 MP to 50 MP. If those areas already meet your needs on Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (2025), the move is optional rather than urgent.
How much better is the camera on Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026)?
Compared with Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (2025), the published camera changes are a main camera resolution change from 200 MP to 50 MP, an ultrawide camera resolution change from 12 MP to 50 MP and a telephoto zoom change from 3x Optical Zoom to 2x Optical Quality Zoom. That describes hardware differences only, not independent photo quality tests.
Is the display improved on Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026)?
Versus Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (2025), the display changes are a display size change from 8 in to 7.6 in and a peak brightness change from 2600 nits to 3000 nits. Higher refresh or brightness usually helps scrolling smoothness and outdoor visibility more than a small size change alone.
Has performance improved on Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026)?
Published performance changes versus Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (2025) are a chipset change from Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy to Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy. That points to more compute headroom on paper; sustained speed still depends on thermals and software.
Has battery life improved on Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026)?
Published battery figures versus Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (2025) show a battery capacity change from 4400 mAh to 4800 mAh. Capacity changes can affect endurance, but real-world battery life still depends on display use and software.
Has charging changed on Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026)?
Charging specs versus Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (2025) changed as follows: a wired charging change from 25 W to 45 W and wireless charging listed at up to 20 W. Faster rated charging can shorten top-ups, but cable and adapter support still matter.
Has durability improved on Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026)?
Published durability-related changes versus Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (2025) include a front glass protection change from UTG with titanium plate (main) to Flex Titanium (main) and a frame material change from Advanced Armor Aluminum to Armor Aluminum. Ratings describe lab protection claims, not drop-test results.
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Models and configurations
- Storage
- 256 GB512 GB1 TB
- Connectivity
- 5GLTE
- Colors
- LavenderGraphiteCreamPistachio
- RAM
- 12 GB16 GB
- Model variants
- SM-F971U
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Official sources
Dimensions and specifications are based on manufacturer-published data. Learn more in our Methodology