Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra: All the information we have on Samsung's upcoming flagship foldable device.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra does not redefine the foldable phone concept. That role belongs to its counterpart, the Galaxy Z Fold 8, which features a wider screen. The Ultra appears to be a direct upgrade to the Galaxy Z Fold 7, maintaining the same tall and narrow design and book-style proportions aimed at the same user base.
If you've previously owned a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold and find the design appealing, the Fold 8 Ultra may be the ideal phone for you. It boasts a revamped inner display, a significantly larger battery, quicker charging capabilities, and the new Flex Titanium technology aimed at reducing the crease that has affected Samsung's foldable devices for years.
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Price and Release Date
Samsung is poised to officially unveil the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra at the Galaxy Unpacked event on July 22, 2026, in London. Traditionally, Samsung's launch timeline suggests the device could become available for purchase around August 5, 2026, allowing a two-week window for pre-orders following the announcement.
Amid the global memory shortage, Samsung might increase the starting price of the device. Reports indicate that the base model with 256GB of storage could be priced at €2,199 in Europe, according to a leak by WinFuture via SamMobile. Historically, this could translate to a price range of $2,099 to $2,199 for the base variant in the US market.
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This implies an expected price increase of approximately $100 to $200. The inclusion of the usual free storage upgrade with pre-orders may depend on the initial price set.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra: Speculated Specifications at a Glance
- Cover Display: 6.5-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 2,520 x 1,080, 120Hz
- Inner Display: 8-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 2,504 x 2,256, 120Hz
- Thickness (Unfolded): 4.1mm
- Weight: 218g
- IP Rating: IP48
- Chipset: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 For Galaxy
- RAM: 12GB (256GB/512GB)
- Storage: 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
- Main Camera: 200MP, OIS, F1.7
- Ultrawide Camera: 50MP, F1.9
- Telephoto Camera: 10MP, 3x optical zoom, OIS
- Selfie Cameras: 10MP, F2.2 (inner and outer)
- Battery: 5,000 mAh
- Wired Charging: 45W
- Wireless Charging: Supported (speed TBD)
- Connectivity: 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, NFC, USB-C
- Colors: Cream, Graphite, Green Shadow, Violet Shadow
- European Starting Price: €2,199
- US Starting Price: TBD (estimated at $2,099+)
- Announcement: July 22, 2026
- Expected Sale Date: August 5, 2026
Design
The Fold 8 Ultra is anticipated to retain the same form factor as the Fold 7, unlike the Galaxy Z Fold 8. The book-style foldable is expected to continue the tall, narrow cover screen design that Samsung has favored for years.
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With a thickness of 4.1 mm when unfolded and weighing 218g, it is slightly slimmer than the Fold 7's 4.2 mm profile (according to WinFuture). The IP48 rating for water and dust resistance is likely to remain unchanged, placing it on par with the Fold 7 and the Pixel 10 Pro Fold. Expected color options from various leaks and renders include Cream, Graphite, Green Shadow, and Violet Shadow.
A major design focus will be the inner display. Just days before the launch event, Samsung confirmed the incorporation of Flex Titanium technology, combining a titanium alloy film with a titanium plate in the hinge area to enhance durability and minimize crease visibility, with this likely extending to the Galaxy Z Fold 8 as well.
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Some reports indicate that the Fold 8 series display has been tested for longevity, withstanding up to 500,000 folds at room temperature. Samsung executives claim the crease will be significantly less noticeable compared to previous models.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra (leaks)
- Thickness (Unfolded): 4.2 mm vs. 4.1 mm
- Weight: 215g vs. ~215g
- Form Factor & Proportions: Tall, narrow body, book-style design (identical)
- Hinge & Display Technology: Armor Flex
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