At its Galaxy Unpacked event in London on July 22, 2026, Samsung officially unveiled the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Flip 8. Featuring dramatic reductions in weight and thickness, upgraded Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processors, 50MP cameras, and official IP48 dust protection, Samsung’s 8th-generation foldables set a new benchmark for mobile hardware.
Galaxy Z Fold 8: Key Highlights
The Galaxy Z Fold 8 starting price remains unchanged at $1,899 for the 256GB model. Here are the core specifications confirmed by Samsung:
- Design: Weighs just 201g (down from 239g) and measures 9.7mm thick when folded.
- Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 “for Galaxy” with 12GB or 16GB RAM.
- Displays: 7.6-inch inner Dynamic AMOLED 2X (120Hz) and a wider 5.5-inch outer cover screen.
- Camera Array: 50MP wide main camera, new 50MP ultra-wide lens, and 10MP 3x optical telephoto.
- Battery: 4,800 mAh with 25W wired and 15W wireless charging.
- Durability & Software: IP48 dust and water resistance, running Android 17 (One UI 9) with 7 years of guaranteed OS and security updates.
Galaxy Z Flip 8: Key Highlights
The clamshell Galaxy Z Flip 8 starts at $1,099, introducing major usability improvements:
- Expanded Cover Screen: Larger 4.0-inch Flex Window with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate.
- Enhanced Battery: 4,300 mAh capacity (up from 4,000 mAh on Flip 7).
- Durability: First Flip model with certified IP48 water and dust particle resistance.
Colors, Pre-Orders, and Official Release Date
Both devices are available in standard retail colors including Lavender, Graphite, and Cream, along with an exclusive Pistachio colorway available only on Samsung.com.
Pre-orders for both phones opened globally on July 22, 2026. Official retail availability and carrier shipments begin on August 7, 2026. Customers who pre-order before August 7 receive a complimentary double-storage upgrade (e.g. 512GB for the price of 256GB) and up to $1,000 in eligible trade-in credits.