Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 is likely to get unveiled in the summer of 2026. Samsung is traditionally holding a summer Unpacked event for its foldables. Back in 2025, the event was held on July 9.
Device family
Announcement
Market release
Galaxy Z Fold 8
July, 2026*
July, 2026*
Galaxy Z Fold 7
July 9, 2025
July 25, 2025
Galaxy Z Fold 6
July 10, 2024
July 24, 2024
* - probable dates
As per tradition, the phones become available to buyers around two weeks after the official reveal. Before that, a two-week pre-order period is expected.
We've finally had our first pricing leak about the Galaxy Z Fold 8. According to this new report, the starting price of the foldable may remain as last year, with the options with more storage getting a slight price hike.
Phone model
256GB of storage
512GB of storage
1TB of storage
Galaxy Z Fold 8
$1,999*
$2,199*
$2,499*
Galaxy Z Fold 7
$1,999
$2,119
$2,419
Galaxy Z Fold 6
$1,899
$1,999
$2,199
*- anticipated prices
A tipster shared the potential prices of the foldable recently. The starting price is reportedly kept at $1,999, just like the Fold 7. The 12 GB of RAM + 512 GB storage configuration is said to cost $2,199 (up from $2,119), and the 16 GB of RAM + 1 TB of storage may cost $2,499 (up from $2,419). That's $80 of price hikes on both configs, if this report is correct.
Luckily, the price hike isn't as big as the Galaxy S26 Ultra's 1 TB storage option had (with the Ultra, the 1 TB option is now $140 more than last year).
This price hike is mainly due to the rising prices of RAM chips. Samsung raised prices for the base Galaxy S26 and the Galaxy S26 as well.
The Galaxy A57 and A37 mid-range phones also got their prices hiked. Competitors from OnePlus and Oppo are also doing that.
Rumor has it that Samsung is trying to keep the price increase minimal, though. A recent leak claims the Fold 8 may use an M13 material for its display instead of the M14 to keep the pricing as steady as possible (more on the display later).
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Galaxy Z Fold 8 deals to expect
Samsung: Samsung usually provides substantial trade-in offers through its official website, alongside promotions available through carriers.
Verizon: At launch, high-end phones like the Galaxy Z Fold 8 are usually backed by strong carrier promotions. Verizon is expected to offer up to $1,000 off with a qualifying trade-in when adding a new line on an eligible Unlimited plan.
T-Mobile: T-Mobile is likely to continue its trend of offering strong promotions on premium Samsung devices, including the Galaxy Z Fold 8. Anticipated deals may include up to $1,000 off with a qualifying trade-in on plans like Go5G Plus or Go5G Next, or discounts in the $600–$800 range when adding a new line.
AT&T: AT&T is also expected to offer up to $1,000 off with an eligible trade-in and some unlimited plans for the Galaxy Z Fold 8.
Galaxy Z Fold 8 camera
Galaxy Z Fold 8 expected camera setup:
200MP wide-angle (main) camera, Quad Pixel AF, OIS, F1.7
According to rumors, the Fold 8 may get two of its cameras upgraded. The ultra-wide lens may switch from 12 MP to 50 MP, while the telephoto lens may switch from 10 MP to 12 MP.
According to some other reports, the telephoto may remain at 10 MP.
Meanwhile, the 200MP primary camera, as well as the 10MP front and cover cameras, are likely to make a return for one more year. Samsung is said to bring refinements to the image processing, though, thanks to an updated ProVisual Engine. You can safely expect faster performance, improved low-light images, and motion detection.
Since this will be a Galaxy Z flagship, there'll be numerous software optimizations and tricks for better images, including features powered by Galaxy AI.
Features like Photo Assist, Portrait Studio, and Generative Edit may return with added functionality or improved results. Tools for side-by-side editing and real-time comparisons should also be carried over, possibly with smoother performance and more intuitive controls.
Galaxy Z Fold 8 storage
Galaxy Z Fold 8 expected storage capacity:
256 GB
512 GB
1 TB
The Galaxy Z Fold 8 is reportedly going to be available in 256 GB, 512 GB, and 1 TB storage options. RAM is expected to start at 12 GB, with a version with 16 GB being available with 1 TB of storage.
Galaxy Z Fold 8 design
We now have the first renders of the device, courtesy of Android Headlines and based on early CADs of the device. On the renders, we see a familiar design:
CAD-based renders of the Galaxy Z Fold 8 show what it may look like. | Images by Images by OnLeaks and Android Headlines
But there's something interesting. Actually, according to this leak, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 may be a tad thicker than its predecessor.
Expected Galaxy Z Fold 8 dimensions
158.4 x 143.2 x 4.5 mm when unfolded
If this information is accurate, the Fold 8 may be 0.3 mm thicker than the Z Fold 7. Likely, that's not going to be as noticeable in real life, but it's a curious change given Samsung's 2025 attempts at reaching new thinness levels for flagships.
Apart from the difference in thickness, we may see a 5.5 mm thick camera bump, the same sharp corners and flat sides, as well as the same sizes of the displays.
Apparently, the increase in thickness may be related to the return of the S Pen. And a bigger battery. If true, that would be a welcome change, if you ask me.
Meanwhile, earlier, a bonkers report had it that the Z Fold 8 might drop to 200 grams, but that's likely not an accurate account.
Samsung is overall expected to focus on durability with the Fold 8. The Galaxy Z Fold 7's upgraded Armor FlexHinge and multi-rail structure helped reduce screen creasing while boosting strength. Samsung may stick with or slightly improve this system, along with its Advanced Armor Aluminum frame, which was 10% stronger in the Fold 7.
There are rumors that Samsung is expected to use a new "laser drilling" technology on the Galaxy Z Fold 8, the same tech Apple has been developing for its foldable iPhone. This could let Samsung achieve a crease-free screen before Apple. If not eliminated, the crease would at least be significantly less visible if this rumor is to be believed.
After introducing a titanium backplate on the Fold 7 for improved rigidity and reduced weight, Samsung may return to carbon fiber-reinforced plastic (CFRP) in this year's model.
If this change occurs, the Fold 8 might lose some of titanium's premium feel and structural advantages. However, no final decision has been made, and Samsung is likely still exploring its options.
The Galaxy Z Fold 7 for reference. | Image by PhoneArena
The Galaxy Z Fold 8 color options have not leaked yet. Nevertheless, expect beautiful and trendy colors like always. Also, exclusive colors may be available in Samsung's online store.
Meanwhile, Samsung is said to be working on another type of foldable phone (reports refer to it as the Galaxy Z Fold Wide) to introduce together with the Fold 8. The "Wide" foldable may have a wider aspect ratio, similarly to what's rumored for the first foldable iPhone.
Galaxy Z Fold 8 display
Render of the Galaxy Z Fold 8. | Image by Android Headlines
Galaxy Z Fold 8
Screen size
Brightness
Outer display
6,5"*
2,600 nits*
Inner display
8" (or more)*
2,600 nits*
* - anticipated specs
The Z Fold 8's inner display size may grow slightly, according to an early leak. Recent leaks challenge this theory, though, and now, it's widely expected the Fold 8 is getting the same display as its predecessor.
The cover screen may also remain at 6.5 inches, and it's said to use Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2 for improved durability and crack resistance.
Meanwhile, the main display will probably keep the Dynamic AMOLED 2X technology for vibrant colors, deep blacks, and high contrast. We're likely also seeing Vision Booster and a peak brightness near 2,600 nits. As usual, the displays are likely to support a smooth 120 Hz refresh rate.
Samsung is also rumored to be working on a new type of technology for the display to reduce the visible crease. According to a now-deleted SamMobile report, the company may use a dual UTG (ultra-thin glass) structure. Thanks to this new tech, the crease on the foldable display may get a reduction of 20%.
This report was backed by recent leaks as well.
What's more, the panel may also come with an optimized laminate structure and improved light dispersion. Laser-drilled micro perforations may help the display distribute stress from folding better.
Unfortunately, the display itself may use an aging OLED technology. A report from South Korea indicates that Samsung may use the M13 material for the display instead of the newer M14 in the Galaxy S26 Ultra.
If that report is accurate, we'll see Samsung using M13 in its foldables for a third year. The M14 brings some notable advantages over the M13, and it's up to 30% brighter as well as more power efficient. And up to 20% longer lasting... but there's that.
Rumor has it that the choice to use M13 in the foldable is part of the efforts to keep the price increase for the foldable at a minimum. Maybe this will pay off, juding by recent pricing leaks.
Galaxy Z Fold 8 battery
If this leak turns out to be true, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 could get a 5,000 mAh capacity battery, which would be a great upgrade over the 4,400 mAh cell of its predecessor:
The Galaxy Fold 8 is expected to feature a confirmed 5000mAh battery (75% certainty), a larger inner display with adjusted aspect ratio (80% confirmed), and improved cameras (42% confirmed).
And it seems it may actually be true. The latest leak again claims a 5,000 mAh battery cell may indeed be coming to the Fold. The foldable may feature one cell rated at 2,369 mAh and another one rated at 2,485 mAh. With that, the total battery capacity would be 4,854 mAh, which Samsung will reportedly advertise as 5,000 mAh.
Unfortunately, Samsung is still behind the competition in terms of battery sizes on its foldables, even with this upgrade. We now have phones like the Honor Magic V6 sporting a 6,660 mAh battery and the Oppo Find N6 rumored to come with a 6,000 mAh one.
Rumor has it that even Apple's foldable iPhone is going to come with more battery juice (reportedly 5,500 mAh or even 5,800 mAh).
Meanwhile, real-world battery performance is expected to remain similar or only see minor gains if the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset is more energy efficient.
The Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Wide Fold potential charging speeds. | Image by SammyGuru
For reference, the Z Fold 7's wired charging speeds were capped at 25 W.
That upgrade is more than welcome, and coupled together with the upgrade (reportedly) in the battery size, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 would be moving in the right direction.
Galaxy Z Fold 8 features and software
The Galaxy Z Fold 8 is likely coming with One UI 9 out of the box. If there's a last-minute delay (which isn't out of the cards for One UI), the foldable may come with One UI 8.5.
Samsung will surely build on the strong software foundation introduced with One UI 8 on the Fold 7.
You can safely expect AI features to become more integrated. Gemini Live could gain new capabilities, although it's not clear what those may be just yet.
With the Galaxy S26 lineup, the South Korean giant brought an upgraded Now Bar and Now Brief features and a revamped Bixby that supports natural language. Many of the Galaxy AI features got refined or improved with the new Galaxy S models. Likely, those are coming to the Fold too.
A recent One UI 9 leak hints that Samsung is bringing several updates to the Samsung Internet browser. Reportedly, the updated browser may support separate browser windows, instead of you having to constantly switch between tabs.
Another feature that's reportedly launching with the Galaxy Z Fold 8 in the browser is Ask AI. An AI chatbot should be able to take context from the site you're on to give you answers. The feature may launch in beta, though.
The new UI will also bring several small changes to its looks, including a darker background for the Now Bar. Another visual change would be related to Samsung's widgets, which would now have squared-off corners for a more uniform design language.
Flex Mode and Samsung DeX are likely to remain key features for the foldable.
Luckily, the Z Fold 8 is likely to bring S Pen support back after skipping it for one generation. Rumors claim that there will be a new stylus system that's thinner, which would allow the Fold to keep the S Pen without losing its exceptional slim profile. Well, at least not by much.
The Galaxy Z Fold 8 is likely to maintain support for seven years, just like its predecessor and other Samsung phones.
Galaxy Z Fold 8 hardware and specs
Galaxy Z Fold 8's expected specs:
Chipset: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy
RAM: Up to 16 GB
Battery: 5,000 mAh
Charging: 45W wired, 15W wireless
Storage: 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB
Camera setup: 200 MP main camera, a dedicated telephoto, an ultra-wide snapper and two selfie cameras
Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, Wi-Fi 802.11, USB Type-C
The foldable may come with the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy. This would be the same processor we see in the flagship Galaxy S26 Ultra, and it is one of the most powerful mobile chips of 2026.
The Galaxy Z Fold 8 is also expected to come with up to 16 GB of RAM, ready to handle anything you throw at it.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 vs Apple iPhone Fold: 2026 will reportedly bring Apple's first foldable iPhone. How does the foldable iPhone and what's expected of it compare to the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 8? Find out here.
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Should I wait for the Galaxy Z Fold 8?
You should wait for the Galaxy Z Fold 8 if you have the money to spend and if you need such a handset. Many users say they are perfectly fine with their non-folding slab phones; foldables are really different. If you're a Samsung fan, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 won't disappoint you, especially if it comes with a large battery on board.
You should not wait for the Galaxy Z Fold 8 if you're on a budget or if you don't mind using rival foldables from Oppo, Xiaomi, or Apple – if Cupertino releases its own foldable in 2026. Furthermore, if you've just bought yourself a 2025 flagship, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 won't make a lot of sense, since it won't perform that much better compared to your current handset.
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