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Published Jul 23, 2026. Prices, plans and specs last checked Nov 5, 2026.
The short version
Samsung now sells three foldables: a new wide-screen Fold8 Ultra (8.0-inch inside, 200MP camera, 5,000 mAh), a lighter Fold8 (201 g) and the Flip8 on Exynos 2600. Pre-orders opened July 22 in select markets.
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Samsung used its July 22, 2026 Galaxy Unpacked in London to split its book-style foldable into two models for the first time. The new Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra takes the big camera and big battery, and the regular Fold8 is the lighter, narrower phone. The Galaxy Z Flip8 continues as the compact clamshell. This post sticks to what Samsung's own newsroom and spec sheet say. We have not used these phones.
Spec sheet side by side
| Samsung spec | Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra | Galaxy Z Fold8 | Galaxy Z Flip8 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main screen | 8.0-inch QXGA+, 2,504 x 2,256, 120Hz | 7.6-inch QXGA+, 1,848 x 2,448, 120Hz | 6.9-inch FHD+, 1,080 x 2,520, 120Hz |
| Cover screen | 6.5-inch, 1,080 x 2,520, 120Hz | 5.5-inch, 1,248 x 1,972, 120Hz | 4.1-inch Super AMOLED, 948 x 1,048, 60/120Hz |
| Folded size | 72.8 x 158.4 x 8.9 mm | 81.9 x 123.9 x 9.7 mm | 75.4 x 85.7 x 13.1 mm |
| Unfolded thickness | 4.1 mm | 4.5 mm | 6.1 mm |
| Weight | 215 g | 201 g | 180 g |
| Chip | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy | Exynos 2600 |
| Memory / storage | 12GB/256GB, 12GB/512GB, 16GB/1TB | 12GB/256GB, 12GB/512GB, 16GB/1TB | 12GB/256GB, 12GB/512GB |
| Rear cameras | 200MP wide, 50MP ultra wide, 10MP 3x tele | 50MP wide, 50MP ultra wide | 50MP wide, 12MP ultra wide |
| Battery (typical) | 5,000 mAh | 4,800 mAh | 4,300 mAh |
| Software | Android 17, One UI 9 | Android 17, One UI 9 | Android 17, One UI 9 |
What's actually new
- A wider Ultra. The Fold8 Ultra's 8.0-inch inner screen is nearly square (2,504 x 2,256), and its 6.5-inch cover screen is as wide as a normal phone. That fixes the most common complaint about narrow Fold cover screens.
- The Ultra gets the S-series camera. A 200MP main sensor with OIS plus a 10MP 3x telephoto. The regular Fold8 drops the telephoto entirely and runs two 50MP cameras.
- Weight goes down on the Fold8. 201 g, which Samsung's own follow-up article frames as a drop from 253 g on older Fold generations.
- Exynos returns on the Flip. The Flip8 uses Samsung's Exynos 2600 rather than Snapdragon, the opposite of both Folds.
- Android 17 and One UI 9 out of the box, with new Galaxy AI features such as Now Nudge and AI Bokeh in Portrait mode (Samsung notes AI Bokeh photos are 12MP).
Which one is for whom
| If you want | Look at | Why |
|---|---|---|
| The best camera on a foldable | Fold8 Ultra | Only Fold with 200MP + 3x tele |
| A tablet that still fits a pocket | Fold8 | Lightest at 201 g, 7.6-inch inside |
| The smallest phone when closed | Flip8 | 75.4 x 85.7 mm folded |
| The biggest battery | Fold8 Ultra | 5,000 mAh typical |
Colors and availability
Samsung lists Graphite and Cream for all three, plus Violet Shadow on the Fold8 Ultra, Lavender on the Fold8 and Pink on the Flip8, and a Samsung.com-only Green Shadow. Colors vary by market. Samsung's global release does not give one set of US prices, so check Samsung.com or your carrier for local pricing before you pre-order.
What we don't know yet
Real-world battery life, crease durability and camera quality need independent reviews. Samsung's battery figures are typical lab values. We'll link reviews from established outlets once they are published.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Three clear choices instead of one
- Ultra brings a real telephoto to the Fold line
- Fold8 is noticeably lighter
Cons
- Regular Fold8 loses the telephoto
- Flip8 battery is the smallest at 4,300 mAh
- No single global price list
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FAQ
When was the Galaxy Z Fold8 announced?
At Galaxy Unpacked in London on July 22, 2026, with pre-orders opening the same day in select markets.
What chip does the Flip8 use?
Samsung lists the Exynos 2600.
Does the Fold8 have a telephoto camera?
No. Only the Fold8 Ultra has one (10MP, 3x).
Did you test them?
No. This post is based on Samsung's official specifications.
How we researched this
This is a research-based review, not a hands-on test. We did not have these phones in hand. We compared the official specification pages from Apple, Google and Samsung with launch coverage and published reviews from established outlets, and we list every source below. Where sources disagree we say so. Battery and camera claims are the makers' own figures unless we name an independent reviewer. Prices are US launch prices from the official pages and can differ at carriers and retailers.
Sources
Published Jul 23, 2026. Sources last checked Nov 5, 2026.