Samsung’s next foldables, the Galaxy Z Fold8 and a new, wider Galaxy Z Fold Wide, were the subject of detailed leaks in May 2026, ahead of an expected launch on 22 July 2026. Here is everything the leaks revealed about their specs, cameras, batteries and charging.
Note: this article reports pre-launch leaks and reports. Final specifications can differ, so check Samsung’s official specification pages before buying.
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Galaxy Z Fold8 leaked specs
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 |
|---|---|
| Weight | About 210g |
| Thickness (unfolded) | About 4.1mm |
| Main camera | 200MP (same as the Galaxy Z Fold7) |
| Ultrawide | Upgraded to 50MP |
| Selfie cameras | 10MP (unchanged) |
| Battery | 5,000mAh |
| Charging | 45W wired |
The biggest practical upgrades would be the 5,000mAh battery, a long-requested improvement for Samsung’s book-style foldable, and faster 45W charging. The 50MP ultrawide should also bring sharper wide-angle photos, while the thin 4.1mm unfolded profile keeps the Fold8 among the slimmest foldables available.
Galaxy Z Fold Wide: a new shape
The Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a new model with a wider inner screen. Leaks point to:
- Inner display: 7.6 inches with a 4:3 aspect ratio, closer to a small tablet and better for reading, documents and video
- Cameras: dual 50MP main and 50MP ultrawide
- Battery: 4,800mAh with 45W wired charging
- Weight: about 200g
The wider 4:3 inner screen addresses a common complaint about tall, narrow foldables: apps and videos often look squeezed when the phone is open.
Galaxy Z Fold8 vs Z Fold Wide (leaked)
| Galaxy Z Fold8 | Galaxy Z Fold Wide | |
|---|---|---|
| Main camera | 200MP | 50MP |
| Ultrawide | 50MP | 50MP |
| Battery | 5,000mAh | 4,800mAh |
| Charging | 45W | 45W |
| Weight | ~210g | ~200g |
| Inner screen | Tall book-style | 7.6-inch, 4:3 |
Software: One UI 9 out of the box
Both foldables are expected to launch with One UI 9, Samsung’s Android 17 update. See our full list of devices getting One UI 9 to find out whether your current Galaxy will be updated too.
Frequently asked questions
When is the Galaxy Z Fold8 launch date?
Leaks pointed to a Galaxy Unpacked event on 22 July 2026.
Will the Galaxy Z Fold8 have a bigger battery?
Reports say yes: 5,000mAh, up from the Galaxy Z Fold7, with 45W wired charging.
What is the Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
A new foldable with a wider 7.6-inch 4:3 inner display, dual 50MP cameras and a 4,800mAh battery.
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