Samsung has officially unveiled the Galaxy Z Fold8 and the all-new Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra in India, taking its premium foldable smartphone lineup to the next level. Building on seven generations of foldable innovation, Samsung’s latest devices focus on thinner designs, improved durability, flagship-level performance, and advanced Galaxy AI features designed specifically for large-screen foldable experiences.
The Galaxy Z Fold8 is aimed at users looking for a lightweight foldable for entertainment, multitasking, and everyday productivity, while the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra introduces Samsung’s Ultra branding to the foldable lineup with a larger display, a 200MP flagship camera, bigger battery, and enhanced AI-powered software features.
Here’s everything you need to know about Samsung’s latest foldable smartphones.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: Lighter, Stronger and Built for Everyday Productivity
Samsung has redesigned the Galaxy Z Fold8 with improved ergonomics and durability. At just 201 grams, it becomes the lightest Galaxy Z Fold smartphone launched so far.
The updated cover display offers a more practical aspect ratio for messaging, browsing social media, and quick interactions, while the large foldable display provides an immersive experience for streaming videos, gaming, reading documents, and multitasking.
Redesigned Displays for Better Viewing Experience
The Galaxy Z Fold8 features:
7.6-inch QXGA+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X Main Display
1848 × 2448 resolution
Adaptive 1Hz–120Hz refresh rate
HDR10+ support
Up to 3,000 nits peak brightness
Low-reflection coating for better outdoor visibility
The device also includes a:
5.5-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X Cover Display
WUXGA+ resolution
Adaptive 120Hz refresh rate
Samsung says rotating the main display automatically optimizes the aspect ratio for reading articles, ebooks, and productivity tasks.
Stronger Foldable Design with Flex Titanium Technology
One of the biggest upgrades is Samsung’s new Flex Titanium Technology.
The company combines a titanium-alloy film with an enhanced titanium support plate to:
Improve structural strength
Better absorb impacts
Reduce visible crease formation over long-term usage
Increase overall durability
The phone also carries an IP48 water-resistance rating.
Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Powers the Galaxy Z Fold8
Under the hood, the Fold8 is powered by Qualcomm’s latest:
Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy
3nm chipset
Adreno 840 GPU
Memory and storage options include:
12GB RAM + 256GB Storage
12GB RAM + 512GB Storage
16GB RAM + 1TB Storage
The smartphone runs Android 17 with Samsung’s latest One UI 9.
Dual 50MP Camera Setup with Smart Video Features
Samsung continues with dual 50MP rear cameras that are designed to deliver high-resolution photos across different shooting conditions.
Camera highlights include:
50MP primary sensor with OIS
50MP ultra-wide camera
10MP outer selfie camera
10MP inner camera
Samsung also introduces several intelligent recording features:
Dual Recording
Users can simultaneously record using the front and rear cameras, while the cover screen acts as a live preview monitor.
My FanCam
This AI-powered feature automatically tracks subjects and intelligently reframes videos into different aspect ratios, making content ready for social media platforms.
Battery and Connectivity
The Galaxy Z Fold8 packs a 4,800mAh battery with:
45W wired charging
20W wireless charging
Connectivity features include:
5G
Dual 4G VoLTE
Wi-Fi 7
Bluetooth 6.0
NFC
USB Type-C
Stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos
Side-mounted fingerprint scanner
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra: The First Ultra Foldable Smartphone
For the first time, Samsung has introduced its Ultra branding to the foldable smartphone lineup.
The Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is designed for professionals, creators, photographers, and power users who want the best hardware Samsung offers.
Despite featuring a larger display, the Fold8 Ultra measures just 4.1mm thick when unfolded and weighs 215 grams.
Massive 8-inch AMOLED Display
The Fold8 Ultra features:
8-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display
2504 × 2256 resolution
Adaptive 1Hz–120Hz refresh rate
HDR10+
Up to 3,000 nits brightness
The outer display measures:
6.5-inch Full HD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X
120Hz refresh rate
The larger display offers significantly more workspace for multitasking, editing documents, gaming, and productivity.
Bigger Battery with Improved Cooling
Samsung upgrades the Ultra model with a larger:
5,000mAh battery
compared to the previous generation.
The phone also includes an expanded Graphite Cooling System, helping sustain performance during gaming, video editing, and AI workloads.
Charging remains:
45W wired
20W wireless
200MP Flagship Camera System
Photography receives the biggest upgrade on the Fold8 Ultra.
The rear camera system includes:
200MP primary sensor
50MP ultra-wide camera
10MP telephoto camera
3x optical zoom
Up to 30x Space Zoom
Samsung also adds several premium imaging capabilities including:
HDR processing in full 200MP mode
Improved Nightography
8K video recording using APV codec
Real-time Cine LUT colour grading
These additions make the Fold8 Ultra Samsung’s most advanced foldable camera phone yet.
One UI 9 Brings Smarter Galaxy AI Features
Both smartphones ship with Android 17 and One UI 9, featuring Samsung’s latest generation of Galaxy AI tools designed specifically for foldable displays.
Now Nudge
Now Nudge intelligently understands what’s happening on the screen and suggests useful actions.
For example, while chatting with someone about dinner plans, it can instantly:
Find nearby restaurants
Open calendar schedules
Suggest navigation
Display contextual information in split-screen mode
Gemini Notebook
Samsung introduces Gemini Notebook, an AI-powered workspace where users can:
Organize notes
Store files
Save voice recordings
Manage images
The AI can automatically generate:
Meeting summaries
Audio overviews
Infographics
Visual summaries
Smart notes
Seamless Galaxy Ecosystem
Samsung is also expanding integration across its ecosystem.
The Fold8 series works seamlessly with:
Galaxy Watch Ultra 2
Galaxy Watch9
Upcoming Samsung smart glasses
The connected ecosystem shares health insights, schedules, and personalized AI experiences across multiple Galaxy devices.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Specifications
Display
7.6-inch QXGA+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X (1848 × 2448)
1–120Hz adaptive refresh rate
HDR10+
Up to 3,000 nits brightness
Cover Display
5.5-inch WUXGA+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X
120Hz adaptive refresh rate
Processor
Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy
RAM & Storage
12GB + 256GB
12GB + 512GB
16GB + 1TB
Software
Android 17
One UI 9
Rear Cameras
50MP Main
50MP Ultra-Wide
Front Cameras
10MP Cover Camera
10MP Inner Camera
Battery
4,800mAh
45W Wired Charging
20W Wireless Charging
Other Features
Wi-Fi 7
Bluetooth 6.0
IP48 Water Resistance
Dolby Atmos Stereo Speakers
Side Fingerprint Sensor
Weight: 201g
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra Specifications
Display
8-inch QXGA+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Adaptive 1–120Hz
HDR10+
3,000 nits brightness
Cover Display
6.5-inch Full HD+ AMOLED
Processor
Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy
RAM & Storage
12GB + 256GB
12GB + 512GB
16GB + 1TB
Rear Cameras
200MP Main
50MP Ultra-Wide
10MP Telephoto
30x Space Zoom
Front Cameras
Dual 10MP Cameras
Battery
5,000mAh
45W Wired Charging
20W Wireless Charging
Other Features
Expanded Graphite Cooling
Wi-Fi 7
Bluetooth 6.0
Dolby Atmos
IP48 Rating
Weight: 215g
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Fold8 Ultra Price in India
Galaxy Z Fold8
12GB + 256GB: ₹1,79,999
12GB + 512GB: ₹1,99,999
16GB + 1TB: ₹2,39,999
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
12GB + 256GB: ₹1,99,999
12GB + 512GB: ₹2,19,999
16GB + 1TB: ₹2,59,999
Availability
Samsung has opened pre-orders in India starting today for:
Galaxy Z Fold8
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Galaxy Z Flip8
The smartphones will officially go on sale from August 8.
Colour Options
Galaxy Z Fold8
Graphite
Cream
Lavender
Online Exclusive: Pistachio
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Graphite
Cream
Violet Shadow
Online Exclusive: Green Shadow
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Launch Offers
Samsung is offering attractive launch benefits for early buyers:
₹10,000 Upgrade Bonus or ₹9,000 Bank Cashback/UPI Offer
Up to 30 months No-Cost EMI with Zero Down Payment
Up to 9 months No-Cost EMI with Zero Down Payment
Conclusion
With the launch of the Galaxy Z Fold8 and the flagship Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Samsung has further strengthened its leadership in the premium foldable smartphone segment. The Fold8 offers a lighter design, refined durability, flagship Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 performance, and AI-powered productivity features for everyday users. Meanwhile, the Fold8 Ultra raises the bar with an expansive 8-inch display, a powerful 200MP camera system, a larger 5,000mAh battery, and enhanced Galaxy AI capabilities tailored for professionals and creators.
Combined with One UI 9, seamless Galaxy ecosystem integration, and attractive launch offers, Samsung’s latest foldables deliver a compelling blend of innovation, performance, and versatility for users seeking the next generation of premium smartphones.
FAQs
1. What are the key upgrades in the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 series introduces major improvements, including the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, One UI 9 based on Android 17, enhanced Galaxy AI features, brighter AMOLED displays with up to 3,000 nits peak brightness, improved durability with Flex Titanium Technology, and faster multitasking. The Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra also adds a flagship 200MP camera, a larger 8-inch display, and a bigger 5,000mAh battery.
2. What Galaxy AI features are available on the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 series?
The Galaxy Z Fold8 and Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra come with One UI 9 and advanced Galaxy AI features such as Now Nudge for contextual assistance, Gemini Notebook for AI-powered note organization and summaries, Dual Recording, My FanCam, AI productivity tools, and seamless integration with Galaxy Watch devices and Samsung’s connected ecosystem.
3. What is the price and availability of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra in India?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 starts at ₹1,79,999, while the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra starts at ₹1,99,999. Both smartphones are available for pre-order in India, with official sales beginning on August 8. Customers can also take advantage of launch offers, including up to ₹10,000 upgrade benefits, cashback offers, and No Cost EMI options.
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