Galaxy Z Fold 8 Specs, Price & Release Date (2026)
Both Galaxy Z Fold 8 models launched 22 July 2026. Confirmed specs, prices from US$1,899, and the dimensions that decide which cases actually fit.
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Looking for Galaxy Z Fold 8 or Z Fold 8 Ultra rumours for 2026? They're settled. Samsung launched both models on 22 July 2026 and both are on sale, so the release date, price and specs below are confirmed rather than expected. The Z Fold 8 starts at US$1,899 and the Z Fold 8 Ultra at US$2,099 (256GB).
The short answer
Released: 22 July 2026. Both models are on sale now.
Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra: the tall book-style successor to the Z Fold 7. From US$2,099 / £1,899 / €1,883 (256GB).
Galaxy Z Fold 8: a brand-new wider 4:3 shape. From US$1,899 / £1,699 / €1,929 (256GB).
Case owners: your Z Fold 7 case has the same folded footprint as the Z Fold 8 Ultra. It will not fit the standard Z Fold 8, which is a completely different body. Details below.
This page tracked Z Fold 8 rumours before launch. Samsung has now announced both devices, so everything below is confirmed specification rather than speculation.
By Maya Rahman · FoldifyCase editorial · Updated 29 September 2026
First, the naming is genuinely confusing
Samsung split the Z Fold line into two devices this year, and the names do not work the way most people assume.
- Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra is the direct replacement for the Z Fold 7. Same tall, narrow book shape. Same folded footprint. Costs more.
- Galaxy Z Fold 8, despite the simpler name, is the new product. Shorter, much wider, with a 4:3 inner display. Before launch it was widely reported as the "Galaxy Z Fold Wide".
So if you owned a Z Fold 7 and you want the same phone but newer, the model you want is the one called Ultra, not the one called Z Fold 8. This trips up a lot of buyers, and it matters enormously for accessories. If you're here to choose a case, our best Galaxy Z Fold 8 cases guide gives picks for each model.
Galaxy Z Fold 8 release date and launch price
Samsung announced and released the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Fold 8 Ultra on 22 July 2026 at Galaxy Unpacked. Launch prices for 256GB were US$1,899 / £1,699 / €1,929 for the Z Fold 8 and US$2,099 / £1,899 / €1,883 for the Z Fold 8 Ultra, and both go up to 1TB. Prices move with promotions, and Australian pricing varies by retailer and carrier, so our Galaxy Z Fold 8 price & buying guide covers what to pay and where to buy.
Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Fold 8 Ultra specs
| Z Fold 8 Ultra | Z Fold 8 | Z Fold 7 (2025) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Released | 22 Jul 2026 | 22 Jul 2026 | 25 Jul 2025 |
| Folded size (H × W × D) | 158.4 × 72.8 × 8.9 mm | 123.9 × 81.9 × 9.7 mm | 158.4 × 72.8 × 8.9 mm |
| Unfolded size (H × W × D) | 158.4 × 143.2 × 4.1 mm | 123.9 × 161.4 × 4.5 mm | 158.4 × 143.2 × 4.2 mm |
| Weight | 215 g | 201 g | 215 g |
| Inner display | 8.0in, 2256 × 2504 | 7.6in, 2448 × 1848 (4:3) | 8.0in, 1968 × 2184 |
| Cover display | 6.5in | 5.5in | 6.5in |
| Peak brightness | 3,000 nits | 3,000 nits | 2,600 nits |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Snapdragon 8 Elite |
| Rear cameras | 200MP wide + 10MP 3× tele + 50MP ultrawide | 50MP wide + 50MP ultrawide (no telephoto) | 200MP + 10MP 3× tele + 12MP ultrawide |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 4,800 mAh | 4,400 mAh |
| Charging | 45W wired · 20W wireless | 45W wired · 20W wireless | 25W wired · 15W wireless |
| Water/dust | IP48 | IP48 | IP48 |
| Software | Android 17 / One UI 9 · 7 OS updates | Android 17 / One UI 9 · 7 OS updates | Android 16 / One UI 8 |
| Colours | Graphite, Cream, Violet Shadow | Graphite, Cream, Lavender, Pistachio | Blue/Silver Shadow, Jet Black, Mint |
| From (256GB) | US$2,099 · £1,899 · €1,883 | US$1,899 · £1,699 · €1,929 | now ~US$1,074 |
Specifications per GSMArena. Prices are launch RRP at major retailers and move with promotions; check current listings before buying. The wide model's measurements are broken down in Z Fold 8 Wide vs Z Fold 8: dimensions and fit.
The case-fit finding that matters
We design foldable cases, so the first thing we do with any new Samsung foldable is compare folded dimensions against the outgoing model. This year produced an unusually clean result.
Z Fold 8 Ultra vs Z Fold 7, folded
158.4 × 72.8 × 8.9 mm on both. Same weight too, at 215 g.
The only dimensional change between the Z Fold 7 and the Z Fold 8 Ultra is unfolded thickness: 4.2 mm down to 4.1 mm. A case wraps the device when it is closed, so a tenth of a millimetre on the open panel does not affect fit.
In practice that means a well-made Z Fold 7 case should fit the Z Fold 8 Ultra. One honest caveat: published specifications do not include camera-island geometry or button positions. Those are the two things that break an otherwise perfect fit, and they can only be confirmed against a physical unit. If you are buying a case for a Z Fold 8 Ultra, check that the seller states Z Fold 8 Ultra compatibility explicitly rather than assuming. Ours are listed for the Ultra by name in our Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra collection.
The standard Z Fold 8 is a different story
Folded, it is 123.9 mm tall × 81.9 mm wide × 9.7 mm thick against the Ultra's 158.4 × 72.8 × 8.9 mm. It is shorter, far wider, and thicker. No Z Fold 7 case will fit it, and neither will a Z Fold 8 Ultra case. It needs cases of its own; ours are in the Galaxy Z Fold 8 collection.
If you have just bought the wider Z Fold 8 and a listing claims one case fits "Z Fold 8, 7, 6 and 5", treat that as a red flag: those are not compatible geometries. Our Galaxy Z Fold 8 (wide) cases: what fits guide covers the options.
What actually changed since the Z Fold 7
Taking the Z Fold 8 Ultra as the like-for-like successor:
- Charging is the real upgrade. 25W to 45W wired, and 15W to 20W wireless. Samsung quotes 67% in 30 minutes. This is the change you will notice daily.
- Battery up 600 mAh to 5,000 mAh, in the same body, using a silicon-carbon cell. GSMArena measured 13:06h active use against 11:44h on the Z Fold 7.
- Brighter panel: 3,000 nits peak versus 2,600.
- Ultrawide jumps from 12MP to 50MP. The 200MP main and 10MP 3× telephoto carry over.
- Newer silicon: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, and Android 17 out of the box with seven years of OS updates.
What did not change: the folded size, the weight, the IP48 rating, and the side-mounted fingerprint sensor. It is a refinement year on the hardware and a step change on charging.
Built for the Z Fold 8 Ultra footprint
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Hinge covers, MagSafe-compatible magnetic cases, rotating ring stands, wallet folios and rugged cases made for the 158.4 × 72.8 × 8.9 mm folded body.
Browse the range →Which one should you buy?
| If you… | Buy |
|---|---|
| Are replacing a Z Fold 5, 6 or 7 | Z Fold 8 Ultra. Same tall shape and pocket feel, and Z Fold 7 cases carry over. |
| Want the best camera | Z Fold 8 Ultra. The standard Z Fold 8 has no telephoto lens at all. |
| Read, sketch or use split-screen a lot | Z Fold 8. The 4:3 inner panel is a genuinely better shape for documents and books. |
| Want a foldable for the lowest price | Z Fold 8 at US$1,899, or a Z Fold 7, now around US$1,074. |
| Care most about pocketability | Z Fold 8 Ultra. Narrower and thinner folded; the Z Fold 8 is a wider, chunkier object in a pocket. |
| Already own a Z Fold 7 | Probably neither yet. Charging speed and the ultrawide are the honest gains. Everything else is incremental. |
For the full head-to-head, read Z Fold 8 vs Z Fold 8 Ultra: which to buy.
Frequently asked questions
When was the Galaxy Z Fold 8 released?
Both the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra were announced and released on 22 July 2026. Samsung reported record European pre-orders for the pair alongside the Z Flip 8.
How much does the Galaxy Z Fold 8 cost?
The standard Z Fold 8 starts at US$1,899 / £1,699 / €1,929 for 256GB. The Z Fold 8 Ultra starts at US$2,099 / £1,899 / €1,883 for 256GB. Both go up to 1TB.
Is the Galaxy Z Fold 8 worth buying?
Yes if you're replacing a Z Fold 5 or 6: the Z Fold 8 Ultra adds 45W charging, a 5,000 mAh battery, a 50MP ultrawide and a brighter panel, while the wide Z Fold 8 is the better reader and the cheaper way in. If you already own a Z Fold 7, probably not yet, because charging speed and the ultrawide are the honest gains.
What colours does the Galaxy Z Fold 8 come in?
The Z Fold 8 comes in Graphite, Cream, Lavender and Pistachio. The Z Fold 8 Ultra comes in Graphite, Cream and Violet Shadow.
Will my Galaxy Z Fold 7 case fit the Z Fold 8?
It should fit the Z Fold 8 Ultra: folded dimensions and weight are identical at 158.4 × 72.8 × 8.9 mm and 215 g. It will not fit the standard Z Fold 8, which folds to 123.9 × 81.9 × 9.7 mm. Always confirm camera-cutout compatibility with the seller, since that is not covered by published dimensions.
What is the difference between the Z Fold 8 and the Z Fold 8 Ultra?
The Ultra is the tall, narrow successor to the Z Fold 7, with a 200MP camera, a 3× telephoto and a 5,000 mAh battery. The standard Z Fold 8 is a new wider 4:3 design with a 7.6in inner screen, dual 50MP cameras, no telephoto and a 4,800 mAh battery. It is lighter and cheaper but a very different shape.
Is the Galaxy Z Fold 8 waterproof?
Both models carry an IP48 rating: protected against dust particles larger than 1 mm and immersion up to 1.5 m for 30 minutes. That is water resistance, not waterproofing, and it does not cover salt water or pressurised jets.
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