Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 adopts a wider and lighter design to establish a fresh identity for foldable smartphones.
The Fold 8 evolves, narrows down, and establishes its own identity.
Samsung has just unveiled the new Galaxy Z Fold 8 during its Galaxy Unpacked event, and it’s evident that the company aims for this model to represent a fresh beginning for the Fold series, rather than merely an incremental upgrade.
Before we delve into what this device offers, let's clarify the potentially confusing naming. With Samsung introducing a wider fold to its lineup this year, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 is not a direct successor to the Fold 7. Rather, it’s a completely new device with a more compact and wider design.
The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra is truly the successor to the Z Fold 7, retaining the same aspect ratio and dimensions. Having clarified that, let’s explore the features of the new Galaxy Z Fold 8.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Specifications:
- **Display (Cover)**: 5.5" FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X (1248 x 1972), 428ppi, 120Hz Adaptive Refresh Rate (1~120Hz)
- **Display (Main)**: 7.6” QXGA+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X (1,848 x 2448), 403ppi, 120Hz Adaptive Refresh Rate (1~120Hz)
- **Dimensions**: Unfolded (123.9 x 161.4 x 4.5 mm), Folded (123.9 x 81.9 x 9.7 mm)
- **Processor**: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy
- **RAM & Storage Options**: 12GB RAM / 256GB storage, 12GB RAM / 512GB storage, 16GB RAM / 1TB storage
- **Cameras**:
- Wide: 50MP, OIS, Dual Pixel AF, F1.8, 1.0μm, 2X optical quality zoom
- Ultrawide: 50MP Ultra Wide Quad Pixel AF, F1.9, Pixel
- Main screen selfie: 10MP, f/2.2, 1.12µm, 100-degree FoV
- Cover screen selfie: 10MP, f/2.2, 1.12µm, 85-degree FoV
- **Battery & Charging**: 4,800mAh, 45W wired charging, 20W wireless charging
- **Colors**: Lavender, Graphite, Cream, and Pistachio
- **Price**: Starting at $1,899.99
What sets the Galaxy Z Fold 8 apart this time?
The Fold 8 feels like a compact foldable that excels in every aspect. When folded, it features a 5.5-inch 10:16 Dynamic AMOLED cover display with a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate. Unfolded, this transforms into a genuine 7.6-inch screen ideal for enjoying games and shows. When rotated, the same display becomes surprisingly comfortable for reading books and lengthy articles, eliminating the need to carry a separate e-reader.
Samsung has also made the Fold 8 the lightest Galaxy Z Fold to date, weighing in at just 201 grams. This is quite an achievement, especially considering it houses the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy chip and a larger 4,800mAh battery, ensuring no compromise on performance or battery life for its lighter form. It's unclear how Samsung accomplished this, but prospective buyers will surely appreciate it.
What additional features does the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 offer?
In addition to its wider design and new chipset, Samsung has enhanced the main display, boosting its brightness to a maximum of 3,000 nits with Vision Booster and a low-reflection finish, making it easier to see in outdoor settings.
Camera-wise, it includes dual 50MP sensors for wide and ultra-wide photography, alongside a 10MP selfie camera. The device features a Dual Recording mode that enables simultaneous filming from both sides and a My FanCam mode that auto-tracks your subject, reframing the footage for social media, thus saving you time on editing.
While the Galaxy Z Fold 8 comes with a hefty price tag, its cost aligns with the expectations for flagship foldables, starting at $1,899.99 and available in storage options of 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB.
Rachit is a seasoned tech journalist with over a decade of experience reporting on the consumer technology landscape.
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