Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Series & Flip8: Foldables, Perfected for Every Way of Living
Samsung has officially opened the next chapter in its foldable journey, unveiling its most comprehensive and refined lineup to date: the Galaxy Z Fold8, the all-new Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, and the sleek Galaxy Z Flip8.
Built upon seven generations of innovation, this eighth-generation lineup proves that form factor matters more than ever in the AI era. Whether you are seeking maximum productivity, immersive content discovery, or a dynamic tool for self-expression, Samsung has engineered a device to fit your lifestyle. Here is a deep dive into everything you need to know about the new Galaxy Z series.
The All-New Galaxy Z Fold8: Everyday Immersion
The Galaxy Z Fold8 is designed for users who want to transition seamlessly from quick interactions to deep immersion. It is Samsung’s lightest Galaxy Z Fold yet, featuring intuitive display ratios engineered around how we naturally consume content.
Display Perfection: The familiar 10:16 cover screen is perfect for quick messaging and social scrolling. Unfold it, and the 4:3 main display provides a massive canvas for gaming and cinematic viewing. Rotate it, and it becomes the ultimate e-reader.
Flex Titanium Durability: A new titanium-alloy structure makes the device thinner while reducing crease visibility and absorbing impacts. Unfolding feels smoother and lighter than ever.
Camera Upgrades: The dual 50MP camera system ensures high-resolution detail, while features like Dual Recording and My FanCam (which automatically tracks and reframes subjects) make content creation a breeze.
| Galaxy Z Fold8 | Core Specifications |
| Main Display | 7.6-inch QXGA+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X (120Hz) |
| Cover Display | 5.5-inch WUXGA+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X (120Hz) |
| Processor | Snapdragon® 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy |
| Weight & Thickness | 201g | 4.5mm (Unfolded) |
| Battery & Charging | 4,800 mAh | 45W Wired Charging |
| Cameras | 50MP Wide, 50MP Ultra-Wide | 10MP Cover & Main Selfies |
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra: Maximum Productivity
For the first time, Samsung is bringing its renowned "Ultra" standard to the foldable lineup. The Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a productivity powerhouse, featuring the slimmest Z Fold design yet (just 4.1mm unfolded) without compromising on cutting-edge hardware.
Expansive Workspace: An incredible 8.0-inch main display gives multitaskers and creators the ultimate portable workspace.
Ultra-Level Cameras: Equipped with a 200MP main camera (with high dynamic range) and a new 50MP ultra-wide, this is a professional-grade creative tool. It even supports 8K video recording via the new APV codec and cinematic color control.
Cool under Pressure: Powered by the Snapdragon® 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy, the Ultra includes an expanded graphite cooling structure to maintain peak performance during heavy AI workflows or intense gaming.
| Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra | Core Specifications |
| Main Display | 8.0-inch QXGA+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X (120Hz) |
| Cover Display | 6.5-inch FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X (120Hz) |
| Processor | Snapdragon® 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy |
| Weight & Thickness | 215g | 4.1mm (Unfolded) |
| Battery & Charging | 5,000 mAh | 45W Wired Charging |
| Cameras | 200MP Wide, 50MP Ultra-Wide, 10MP Telephoto (3X Zoom) |
Galaxy Z Flip8: The Sleekest AI-Native Flip
At just 6.1mm thin and weighing a mere 180g, the Galaxy Z Flip8 is built for self-expression and quick, on-the-go interactions.
Smarter FlexWindow: The outer display is now an AI-native interface. With Now Brief, you get timely, glanceable insights and next steps right on your home screen. You can also trigger Gemini Intelligence automations via natural voice requests or the side key.
FlexCam Creativity: A 50MP wide camera powered by the ProVisual Engine delivers the most advanced selfie experience on a Flip. Features like Super Steady (with Horizontal Lock) and hands-free Flex Mode make capturing dynamic video effortless.
| Galaxy Z Flip8 | Core Specifications |
| Main Display | 6.9-inch FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X (120Hz) |
| Cover Display | 4.1-inch Super AMOLED (120Hz) |
| Processor | Exynos 2600 |
| Weight & Thickness | 180g | 6.1mm (Unfolded) |
| Battery & Charging | 4,300 mAh | 25W Wired Charging |
| Cameras | 50MP Wide, 12MP Ultra-Wide | 10MP Selfie |
The Next Generation of Galaxy AI
The true magic of the Galaxy Z8 series lies in its software. Samsung has optimized Galaxy AI specifically for these foldable form factors:
Now Brief & Now Nudge: Stay informed with customizable briefing cards tailored to your routines. When chatting, AI can suggest relevant next steps (like checking a schedule or saving a location) which you can seamlessly open side-by-side on the large inner displays.
Gemini Intelligence: Automate tasks across 40+ apps. Simply describe what you need. With Gemini Notebook, you get a persistent workspace to drag-and-drop files, notes, and images to instantly generate audio overviews, meeting recaps, or visual summaries.
Uncompromised Security: With the new Personal Data Engine (PDE) and Knox Vault, your context-aware AI experiences stay securely on-device. The new One UI 9.0 AI Assistant Activity dashboard gives you complete transparency over exactly what automations are running on your behalf.
New Design & Now a fresh Chop: Visuals are pretty Amazing
Availability, Pricing, and Ecosystem Upgrades
Switching to Galaxy has never been easier. The updated Smart Switch allows iOS users to transfer data wirelessly via a simple QR code scan, and Quick Share is now compatible with AirDrop for seamless cross-platform file sharing.
Pricing (RRP):
Galaxy Z Flip8: Starts at £1,149 (256GB) up to £1,319 (512GB).
Galaxy Z Fold8: Starts at £1,699 (256GB) up to £2,209 (1TB).
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra: Starts at £1,899 (256GB) up to £2,409 (1TB).
Colors:
General: Graphite and Cream across all models. Violet Shadow (Ultra), Lavender (Fold8), and Pink (Flip8).
Samsung.com Exclusives: Green Shadow (Ultra), Pistachio (Fold8), and Mint (Flip8).
The new Galaxy Z series is available for pre-order starting today. To sweeten the deal, Samsung is including a 6-month free trial of Google AI Pro (which includes 5TB of cloud storage) so you can push your new foldable to its absolute limits.
