Samsung Galaxy Z Fold & Flip 8 Series
Samsung Galaxy Z Series 2026 — Fold8 vs Fold8 Ultra vs Flip8
Three foldables, three different ways to fold. Galaxy Z Fold8 brings a lightweight book-style shape, Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra offers the larger, premium foldable workspace, and Galaxy Z Flip8 delivers Samsung's thinnest and lightest clamshell-style foldable yet. Available for pre-order in the UAE from Harman House.
⚠️ Recently launched product line: The Galaxy Z Fold8 series and Galaxy Z Flip8 were announced in July 2026. Specifications, colour availability, SKUs and prices may still be updated on retailer pages.
✅ UAE processor note: For the UAE/Gulf listing, Galaxy Z Flip8 is listed with Exynos 2600 customized for Galaxy. Fold8 and Fold8 Ultra are listed with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy.
Meet the Lineup
Galaxy Z Fold8
- Lightweight book-style foldable — 201g
- 5.5" cover screen + 7.6" main screen
- 4,800mAh battery
- 25W Super Fast Charging + Fast Wireless Charging
- Dual 50MP rear cameras: Wide + Ultra Wide
- Storage: 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
- Colours: Graphite, Cream, Lavender (+Pistachio online)*
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- Premium larger-format foldable workspace
- 6.5" cover screen + 8.0" main screen, 120Hz
- 5,000mAh battery
- Super Fast Charging 2.0 — wattage to be verified
- 200MP Wide + 50MP Ultra Wide + 10MP Telephoto 3x
- Storage: 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
- Colours: Graphite, Cream, Violet Shadow (+Green Shadow online)*
Galaxy Z Flip8
- Samsung's thinnest and lightest Flip yet — 180g
- 4.1" FlexWindow cover + 6.9" main screen, 120Hz
- 4,300mAh battery
- 25W wired charging + Fast Wireless Charging
- Dual rear camera: 50MP Wide + 12MP Ultra Wide
- 10MP Main Screen camera
- Storage: 256GB / 512GB
- Colours: Graphite, Cream, Pink (+Mint online)*
Full Specification Comparison
| Specification | Galaxy Z Fold8 | Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra | Galaxy Z Flip8 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | Book-style fold | Book-style fold | Clamshell flip |
| Cover / Outer Screen | 5.5" | 6.5" | 4.1" FlexWindow |
| Main Screen | 7.6" | 8.0" | 6.9" |
| Display Type | Dynamic AMOLED 2X | Dynamic AMOLED 2X, up to 120Hz | Dynamic AMOLED 2X, up to 120Hz |
| Build / Hinge | Flex Titanium | Flex Titanium | Armor Aluminum, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| Water/Dust Resistance | IP48 | IP48 | IP48 |
| Weight | 201g | 215g | 180g |
| Thickness (Unfolded/Open) | 4.5mm | 4.1mm | 6.1mm |
| Thickness (Folded) | 9.7mm | Verify live listing | 13.1mm |
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy | Exynos 2600 customized for Galaxy |
| RAM / Storage | 12GB/256GB, 12GB/512GB, 16GB/1TB | 12GB/256GB, 12GB/512GB, 16GB/1TB | 12GB/256GB, 12GB/512GB |
| Battery | 4,800mAh | 5,000mAh | 4,300mAh |
| Charging | 25W Super Fast Charging + Fast Wireless Charging | Super Fast Charging 2.0 — wattage to be verified | 25W wired charging + Fast Wireless Charging + Wireless PowerShare |
| Rear Camera | 50MP Wide + 50MP Ultra Wide | 200MP Wide + 50MP Ultra Wide + 10MP Telephoto 3x optical zoom | 50MP Wide + 12MP Ultra Wide |
| Front / Main Screen Camera | 10MP | 10MP | 10MP Main Screen camera |
| Special Camera Feature | Dual Recording, My FanCam | ProVisual Engine, 8K video support | FlexCam hands-free mode, Super Steady Video |
| Operating System | Android 17, One UI 9 | Android 17, One UI 9 | Android 17, One UI 9 |
| Galaxy AI Features | Now Brief, Now Nudge, Gemini Notebook | Now Brief, Now Nudge, Gemini Notebook | Galaxy AI tools, FlexWindow AI suggestions |
| Colours | Graphite, Cream, Lavender (+Pistachio online)* | Graphite, Cream, Violet Shadow (+Green Shadow online)* | Graphite, Cream, Pink (+Mint online)* |
| Storage Options | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 256GB, 512GB |
| Starting Price | From AED 7,199* | From AED 7,999* | From AED 4,699* |
| Pre-order / Shipping | Pre-order starts shipping from 4 Aug 2026* | Pre-order starts shipping from 4 Aug 2026* | Pre-order starts shipping from 4 Aug 2026* |
*Specifications and launch details are based on Samsung Gulf information and the Harman House product/listing context.
✅ Processor clarification: The UAE/Gulf Galaxy Z Flip8 listing uses Exynos 2600 customized for Galaxy. The Fold8 and Fold8 Ultra listings use Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy.
Key Differences at a Glance
Lightest to Largest
Flip8 is the lightest overall at 180g, Fold8 is the lighter book-style foldable at 201g, and Fold8 Ultra offers the largest main display.
Three Different Shapes
Flip8 folds compact into your pocket; Fold8 and Fold8 Ultra open into tablet-style book formats.
Battery Capacity
Fold8 Ultra leads at 5,000mAh, followed by Fold8 at 4,800mAh, then Flip8 at 4,300mAh.
Camera Resolution
Fold8 Ultra's 200MP main sensor is the standout, ahead of the Fold8 and Flip8 50MP main cameras.
Multitasking Canvas
Fold8 Ultra is designed for users who want the biggest foldable workspace for side-by-side apps, games and content creation.
Selfie-First Design
Flip8's FlexCam and FlexWindow are built for hands-free content creation and quick cover-screen control.
Galaxy AI — Shared
All three models include Samsung's Galaxy AI experience, with features varying by app, region and account setup.
Different Price Points
Flip8 starts lower, while Fold8 and Fold8 Ultra sit higher for users who want larger book-style foldable displays.
Which One Is Right for You?
Choose Galaxy Z Fold8 if you...
- Want a lighter book-style foldable to carry all day
- Mainly use your phone for social media, reading, streaming and multitasking
- Prefer a compact book-fold experience compared with the Ultra model
- Want a lower starting price than Fold8 Ultra
Choose Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra if you...
- Need the largest possible Galaxy Z screen for multitasking and productivity
- Want the highest-resolution main camera in the lineup
- Play games or create content that benefits from a bigger canvas
- Want the largest battery capacity across these three models
Choose Galaxy Z Flip8 if you...
- Want the smallest, most pocketable foldable of the three
- Love FlexCam and FlexWindow for hands-free selfies and content
- Want a Galaxy foldable at the most accessible starting price
- Prefer a compact phone over a tablet-style unfolded experience
Frequently Asked Questions
Available at Harman House UAE
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and Galaxy Z Flip8 are available for pre-order in the UAE through Harman House. For exact pricing, colour availability, selected variant SKU, delivery timing and warranty enquiries, please contact the Harman House team directly.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold & Flip 8 series — Compare the 2026 Galaxy Z Foldable Lineup in UAE
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 series brings three distinct foldable experiences to the UAE in 2026 — Galaxy Z Fold8, Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and Galaxy Z Flip8. The Fold8 is a lightweight book-style foldable at 201g. It features a 5.5-inch cover screen and a 7.6-inch main display, running on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy. Furthermore, it suits users who want a large foldable display without the added bulk of the Ultra model. Consequently, it is the more practical everyday carry in the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 series.
The Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra steps up significantly. It offers an 8.0-inch main screen, a 200MP wide camera and a 5,000mAh battery. Moreover, its 4.1mm unfolded thickness makes it the slimmest book-style foldable in the range. Additionally, the Galaxy Z Flip8 completes the lineup as Samsung’s thinnest and lightest foldable at 180g. It folds into a compact clamshell form, making it the most pocketable option of the three. For an overview of how these models compare to other Samsung smartphones, GSMArena covers the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 specifications in full detail.
Pre-Order the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold & Flip 8 series at Harman House UAE
All three models run Android 17 with One UI 9 and include Galaxy AI features. However, feature availability may vary by app, region and Samsung account settings. The UAE listings confirm that the Galaxy Z Flip8 uses the Exynos 2600 customized for Galaxy, while the Fold8 and Fold8 Ultra use the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy. Pre-orders start shipping from 4 August 2026. Harman House is an authorised Samsung distributor in the UAE, so every unit comes with a valid UAE warranty and full after-sales support. Therefore, whether you choose the Fold8, Fold8 Ultra or Flip8, you can pre-order with confidence. Browse the full Samsung smartphones collection at Harman House to explore more Galaxy options available in the UAE.