Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Series: Check Prices, Specifications and Features

The foldable smartphone landscape has just been redefined with Samsung's latest innovation, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 series. Unveiled at the dazzling Galaxy Unpacked event in London on July 22, 2026, the new lineup, featuring the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra and the wider Galaxy Z Fold 8, is now officially available for purchase in India starting August 7, 2026. This launch marks a significant leap in foldable technology, pushing boundaries in design, processing power, and user experience.

The new Z Fold 8 series aims to cater to diverse user needs, from ultimate productivity with the Ultra to immersive content consumption with the uniquely wide Z Fold 8. Pre-orders for the devices began immediately after the Unpacked event on July 22, securing an impressive 271,000 pre-orders in just 72 hours in India. Google Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, Pixel 11 Pro XL and Pixel 11 Pro Fold Price, Specifications and Features; Know What to Expect Before August 12 Launch.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra

Price in India: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, the most premium offering, starts at an India price of INR 199,999 for the 12GB RAM and 256GB storage variant. The 12GB RAM with 512GB storage model is priced at INR 219,999, while the top-tier 16GB RAM with 1TB storage configuration will set buyers back INR 259,999.

Specifications and Features: This flagship foldable is powered by the cutting-edge Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy chipset, ensuring unparalleled performance. It boasts an expansive 8-inch main display, making it Samsung's thinnest Galaxy Z Fold to date and featuring Flex Titanium technology for a less visible crease. The Z Fold 8 Ultra houses a robust 5,000 mAh battery, the largest ever in a Galaxy Z Fold, supporting 45W wired and 20W wireless charging. For photography enthusiasts, it comes equipped with a formidable triple-camera system featuring a 200MP main sensor (with 2x optical quality zoom), a 50MP ultrawide lens, and a 10MP telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom. Selfie duties are handled by a 10MP cover camera and a 10MP inner selfie camera. Running on Android 17 with One UI 9, it integrates advanced Gemini Intelligence features like Down Nudge for contextual suggestions and preloaded Gemini Notebook for AI-powered data analysis. Colour options include Graphite, Cream, Violet Shadow, and an online-exclusive Green Shadow.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8

Price in India: The standard Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 officially begins at an India price of INR 179,999 for its base 12GB RAM and 256GB storage variant.

Specifications and Features: The Galaxy Z Fold 8 introduces a significant design shift, adopting a "passport-style" form factor. It features a wider 5.5-inch outer screen with a 10:16 aspect ratio, optimized for enhanced one-handed usability, and unfolds to a 4:3 ratio, creating a more immersive view ideal for content consumption. Samsung touts it as their lightest foldable ever. While official specifications for some aspects are still emerging, it is expected to be powered by the same Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 'For Galaxy' processor as its Ultra sibling. Rumours suggest a 4,800 mAh battery and a camera setup comprising a 50MP wide, 50MP ultrawide, and dual 10MP selfie cameras (inner and outer). It also runs on Android 17 with One UI 9 and Gemini Intelligence. Available colours confirmed so far are Graphite and Cream.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7

Price in India: Launched on July 9, 2025, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 currently starts at approximately Rs. 1,74,999 for the 12GB RAM and 256GB storage variant. The 12GB RAM with 512GB storage model is priced around Rs. 1,86,999, and the 16GB RAM with 1TB storage variant can be found for Rs. 2,10,999 or Rs. 2,16,999.

Specifications and Features: The Galaxy Z Fold 7 was released with a powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. It features an 8-inch AMOLED main display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a 6.5-inch outer AMOLED screen. The device offered up to 16GB of RAM and 1TB of internal storage. Battery capacity stood at 4,400mAh. Its camera system included a 200MP primary sensor, a 10MP telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom, and a 12MP ultrawide lens, alongside 10MP selfie cameras. The Z Fold 7 shipped with Android 16 and was available in Blue Shadow, Silver Shadow, Jet Black, and an online-exclusive Mint colour.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6

Price in India: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6, launched in India on July 10, 2024, had a starting price of Rs. 1,64,999 for the 12GB RAM and 256GB storage model. The 12GB RAM with 512GB storage and 1TB storage variants were priced at Rs. 1,76,999 and Rs. 2,00,999, respectively. As of August 2026, the price has seen significant reductions, with the base variant available for around Rs. 1,09,999 to Rs. 1,26,787 at various retailers.

Specifications and Features: Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC, the Galaxy Z Fold 6 featured a 7.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X Infinity Flex main display and a 6.3-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X cover display. It came with 12GB of RAM and storage options up to 1TB. The device packed a 4,400mAh battery and boasted an IP48 rating for water and dust resistance. Camera specifications included a 50MP primary, 12MP ultrawide, and 10MP telephoto triple-camera setup, complemented by 10MP and 4MP dual front cameras. Colour options included Navy, Pink, and Silver Shadow, with the 1TB model exclusively in Silver Shadow. Galaxy Z Fold 8 Crease Becomes More Visible After a Week of Use: Report.

With the arrival of the Z Fold 8 series, Samsung continues to solidify its position at the forefront of the foldable smartphone market, offering cutting-edge technology and innovative designs that cater to the evolving needs of tech-savvy consumers.

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