Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8: Price, Specs and Who Should Buy It
The Galaxy Z Fold 8 is Samsung's wider, lighter take on the book-style foldable. Open it and you get a 7.6-inch inner screen. Close it and a 5.5-inch cover screen is ready for quick things. Both run at 120Hz, and at 201 g it is the lightest Galaxy Z Fold so far.
Inside are the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy chip, 12GB of RAM, a 4,800 mAh battery and 45W wired charging. It has two rear cameras, a 50MP main and a 50MP ultrawide, plus an IP48 water-resistance rating. It went on sale on July 22, 2026. Samsung also sells a Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, but this page is about the standard Z Fold 8.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 specs at a glance
| Released | On sale from July 22, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Display | 7.6" inner + 5.5" cover, 120Hz |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy |
| RAM | 12GB |
| Storage | From 256GB |
| Rear cameras | 50MP main + 50MP ultrawide |
| Battery | 4,800 mAh |
| Charging | 45W |
| Weight | 201 g |
| Price (USD) | $1,550 |
Approximate US retail listing for 12GB/256GB (Australia RRP: A$2,699). Samsung also sells a Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra. This page covers the standard Z Fold 8.
What we like
- Only 201 g, the lightest Galaxy Z Fold so far
- 7.6-inch inner screen and 5.5-inch cover screen, both 120Hz
- IP48 water resistance
- Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy chip
What could put you off
- Only two rear cameras, with no telephoto
- Foldable prices went up this year
Who should buy it
Buy it if you want a phone that doubles as a small tablet for reading, video calls, spreadsheets and shows, and you are comfortable paying for it.
Who should skip it
Skip it if you want a telephoto zoom camera (there isn't one) or want to keep the cost down. In the US, retail listings start around $1,550, and Samsung has blamed rising component and memory costs for higher prices across its new foldables.
Other phones to look at
We have not tested this phone ourselves. This guide is based on the maker's published details and public listings checked on October 31, 2026. Specs and prices can change, so check the seller before you buy.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Galaxy Z Fold 8 cost?
US retail listings start at about $1,550 for 12GB/256GB. In Australia the recommended price is A$2,699. Prices vary by country and seller.
How heavy is the Galaxy Z Fold 8?
It weighs 201 g, which is the lightest Galaxy Z Fold so far.
Is the Galaxy Z Fold 8 waterproof?
It has an IP48 rating. That covers water resistance, but it does not mean the phone is fully dust-proof.