Written by Jeroen
Edited on
21 July 2026
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12:35
Compare the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, Fold 8, and Flip 8
In July 2026, Samsung launched new foldable smartphones: the Samsung Fold 8 Ultra, Fold 8, and Flip 8. The Samsung Fold 8 stands out in particular, because of its unique size. The Fold 8 Ultra is the successor to the Fold 7. In this article, we'll compare the new foldable Samsung smartphones.
Differences Samsung Fold 8 Ultra, Fold 8, and Flip 8
- Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra
Open the Fold Ultra and use the large screen on the inside as a tablet
You can use the screen on the outside as a regular smartphone.
Your empty battery is charged for about 80% in 30 minutes
Suitable for the most demanding tasks, like 3D games
Take razor-sharp photos and videos with the 3 cameras on the back.
With the telephoto lens, you can zoom in up to 3 times without losing quality
- Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Open the Fold and use the large screen on the inside as a tablet
You can use the screen on the outside as a regular smartphone.
Your empty battery is charged for about 80% in 30 minutes
Suitable for the most demanding tasks, like 3D games
Take sharp photos and videos with the 2 cameras on the back.
Without telephoto lens, you can't zoom in without your photo becoming less sharp
- Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8
Open the Flip and use the screen on the inside as a regular smartphone.
On the small screen on the outside, you can view your notifications and send messages
Your empty battery is charged for about 80% in 30 minutes
Suitable for demanding tasks, such as light games
Take sharp photos and videos with the 2 cameras on the back.
Without telephoto lens, you can't zoom in without your photo becoming less sharp
Compare the Fold 8 Ultra, Fold 8, and Flip 8
| Samsung Fold 8 Ultra | Samsung Fold 8 | Samsung Flip 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Folding direction | Vertical | Vertical | Horizontal |
| Speed class | Excellent | Excellent | Very good |
| Screen quality | Very good | Very good | Very good |
| Camera quality | Excellent | Very good | Very good |
| Charging speed | Fast | Fast | Fast |
| Battery capacity | 5000mAh | 4800mAh | 4300mAh |
Conclusion
On paper, the Samsung Fold 8 Ultra is the best smartphone of this new series. Which model suits you best does depend on your personal preference. The Fold 8 has a screen that's more suitable for watching videos and social media, for example. You can fold open the Flip 8 in the other direction, so you can easily place it down when you're on a video call.
