Details about Samsung's next foldable smartphone, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, are coming together through a series of leaks and reports. A roughly 4.5mm-thin body when unfolded, paired with a 200MP main camera and the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, is said to be on the cards. An announcement is expected in July, with the 256GB model reportedly starting at 1,999.99 USD (about 320,000 yen). Since the phone has not been officially announced, the details may still change.
A Next Foldable Flagship Renamed to "Ultra"
What stands out this generation is the change in the product name. Certification filings and supply-chain reports refer to the model number "SM-F976" as the "Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra," adding "Ultra" to the plain "Z Fold" naming Samsung has used since 2019. A wider variant called the "Z Fold 8 Wide," which makes the inner screen more landscape-oriented, has also been reported, suggesting Samsung wants to broaden its foldable lineup.
Behind this is intensifying competition. Apple is rumored to launch its first foldable device within the year, and if that happens, it would be the first time Samsung's foldable goes head-to-head with Apple. How Samsung, which has led on maturity, holds onto its advantage will define this generation.
A 4.5mm-Thin Body and a Near Crease-Free Inner Display
According to leaked renders, the body measures about 158.4 x 143.2 x 4.5mm when unfolded and 158.4 x 72.8 x 8.9mm when folded, keeping nearly the same dimensions as its predecessor. If the 4.5mm unfolded thickness is accurate, it would be among the slimmest foldables of 2026. It is expected to use an aluminum frame, an IP48 rating (a standard indicating the level of protection against dust and water), a side-mounted fingerprint reader, and a cover screen protected by Corning's Gorilla Glass Victus 2.
The displays are a 6.5-inch outer panel and an 8-inch inner panel, both LTPO OLED (a driving method that varies the refresh rate to save power). Both refresh between 1 and 120Hz, with peak brightness said to reach up to 2,600 nits. The inner display draws the most attention: a new hinge, an improved panel, and a dual ultra-thin-glass structure are expected to deliver a nearly crease-free center. Samsung Display showed a crease-free panel at CES 2026, and that work may carry over here. On the other hand, some reports suggest it will not support the S Pen stylus.
200MP Camera, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, and a 5,000mAh Battery
The camera is reported to combine a 200MP main sensor with OIS, a 50MP ultrawide, and a 10MP telephoto with 3x optical zoom. It is said to carry 10MP selfie cameras on both the inner and outer displays, with all cameras supporting 4K 60fps HDR video and the main and ultrawide adding 8K 30fps.
The processor is believed to be Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (for Galaxy), with 12GB or 16GB of RAM and storage options of 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB. Connectivity is said to include Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, UWB (a wireless technology for precise short-range positioning), and NFC, with stereo speakers supporting Dolby Atmos. The 5,000mAh battery is reported to support up to 45W wired charging, up to 20W Qi2.2 wireless charging, and up to 4.5W reverse wireless charging.
Software, Long-Term Support, and Expected Pricing
The software is expected to ship with One UI 9.0, based on Android 17. In addition to the Galaxy AI features introduced with the Galaxy S26 series, it may include even more AI-powered capabilities. On support, Samsung is expected to offer up to seven years of OS and security updates, which is reassuring for those who want to keep the device for a long time.
The price is reported to start at 1,999.99 USD (about 320,000 yen) for the 256GB model, with many expecting the entry point to stay close to its predecessor. That said, against the backdrop of rising memory chip prices, higher-capacity configurations may cost more. Pre-orders are expected in late July, with general sales in the first to second week of August.
※1 USD = 161 JPY (as of June 25, 2026)
Summary
The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra is Samsung's next foldable flagship, packing a 200MP camera, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, and a 5,000mAh battery into a body about 4.5mm thin when unfolded. A near crease-free inner display and up to seven years of updates are among the upgrades aimed at raising overall polish. While a starting price of about 320,000 yen for 256GB and a July announcement are being discussed, the phone is still unannounced, so the final specs and pricing await official information. With Apple's entry also rumored, attention is on how the foldable leader will move next.
