Walmart's epic Galaxy Z Fold 7 Black Friday deal is here to make you forget about the Z Fold 8

By Adrian Diaconescu

Published: Nov 12, 2026, 6:14 AM

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It's no longer a big secret that Samsung has struck gold at the global box-office with the passport-style Galaxy Z Fold 8, but if you haven't exactly fallen in love with the new wide design... or the powerful handset's $1,900 starting price, I have a killer alternative to recommend today... that's obviously not the even costlier Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra.

Instead, I would like you to strongly consider getting last year's Galaxy Z Fold 7 at its early Black Friday 2026 price of $1,299.99. Now, I know what you're thinking. This must be a way humbler device than its 2026 successors.

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$500 off (28%)

Walmart+ members are getting early, limited access to a phenomenal Galaxy Z Fold 7 deal in a Mint color only. Last year's book-style foldable Samsung powerhouse packs a Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, 12GB RAM, and 4,400mAh battery capacity while also rocking two super-large 8 and 6.5-inch AMOLED screens and a triple rear-facing camera system composed of 200, 10, and 12MP sensors.

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But that's not really the case, and in fact, the Z Fold 7 objectively eclipses the non-Ultra Z Fold 8 in at least one key department. I'm talking about camera capabilities and versatility, as the older model's 200 + 10 + 12MP triple rear-facing snapper system undeniably leaves the 50 + 50MP dual sensor setup on the hip newcomer's back in the dust.

The Galaxy Z Fold 7 also holds a major advantage on the screen real estate front, although if you like the passport-style design better than the book-style appearance, that's unlikely to play any role in your buying decision. Naturally, the 2025-released foldable does pack a clearly and noticeably slower processor compared to its sequel(s), but let's be honest, all of Samsung's high-end phones from the last few years are insanely powerful anyway.

The Galaxy Z Fold 7 is undeniably pretty in Mint. | Image by Samsung

Now, could we see the Z Fold 7 go down to an even lower price than $1,299.99 this holiday season? Anything is possible, but I highly doubt that, especially considering the fact that this product is no longer available directly from its manufacturer or the likes of Amazon (at least in brand-new condition).

The $1,299.99 price, mind you, is currently good only for Walmart+ members, although the retailer will expand the epic new deal to all shoppers tomorrow, November 13, for an undoubtedly limited time. Oh, and at least for now, the lone color option available at an unprecedented discount is the eye-catching Mint, which may or may not change tomorrow as well.

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Adrian, a mobile technology enthusiast since the Nokia 3310 era, has been a dynamic presence in the tech journalism field, contributing to Android Authority, Digital Trends, and Pocketnow before joining PhoneArena in 2018. His expertise spans across various platforms, with a particular fondness for the diversity of the Android ecosystem. Despite the challenges of balancing full-time parenthood with his work, Adrian's passion for tech trends, running, and movies keeps him energized. His commitment to mid-range smartphones has led to an eclectic collection of devices, saved from personal bankruptcy by his preference for 'adequate' over 'overpriced'.

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