Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Z Fold8 Ultra hands-on
Pros
- Advanced camera system with a 200MP main sensor (camera)
- Features a larger 5,000 mAh battery (battery)
- Cover screen offers a traditional smartphone aspect ratio (screen)
- Unfolded screen is excellent for split-screen multitasking (screen)
- Equipped with a top-tier Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset (performance)
Cons
- Video playback on the large inner screen may result in black bars (screen)
- Screen crease is equally noticeable on both models (screen)
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra offers a premium foldable experience, maintaining a traditional tall and thin form factor with a familiar cover screen aspect ratio. It boasts a powerful camera system, including a 200MP main camera and a new 50MP ultrawide, alongside a larger 5,000 mAh battery.
With a top-tier Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset and an expansive inner display optimized for split-screen multitasking, it delivers strong performance and productivity. While its large inner screen might introduce black bars for video playback, the Ultra is positioned as a feature-rich device.
“The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra has the more traditional form factor we're used to from the Fold series.”
“This means you get the formatting you're used to from basically any other phone. And when unfolded, it means that you get the equivalent space of two smartphone displays next to each other. Great for split-screen multitasking.”
“the Ultra stays tall and thin with a bigger battery and the higher-powered cameras.”
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 / Z Fold 8 Ultra - Unboxing and First Impressions
Pros
- Screen crease is significantly reduced.
- Outer display offers super brightness.
Cons
- Internal display has excessive black bars when watching videos.
- The phone is considered overpriced with "astronomical" pricing.
- The outer display is narrow.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra introduces minor enhancements, including a notably reduced screen crease and a super bright outer display. However, the device faces significant criticism for its "astronomical" starting price of $2,100, with the 1TB model costing $2,700.
A notable drawback is the presence of "way more black bars" on its internal display during video playback, negatively impacting the viewing experience. The reviewer expressed being "over" the device, highlighting its minimal upgrades and narrow outer display, ultimately preferring the standard Z Fold 8 model.
“Honestly, I'm kind of over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra. You know, you know this one. I'm I'm over this narrow outer display. I'm kind of over this. I would take a chance and get something different. I would take a chance with this one.”
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 / Z Fold 8 Ultra / Z Flip 8 - First Impressions, Mobzilla Flesz Ep. 130
Pros
- Significantly larger battery capacity.
- Faster 45W charging.
- New flagship Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor.
- Improved 50 MP ultrawide camera.
- Higher resolution and brightness of the internal screen.
Cons
- Significantly higher price than the previous model.
- Still visible crease on the screen.
- No stylus support.
- Less certain and springy hinge.
- 'my fun' feature reduces video resolution.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra represents a significant step forward in many aspects, offering a lighter and slimmer design, the flagship Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, and a noticeably larger battery with faster charging.
The device features an improved ultrawide camera and an internal screen with higher resolution and peak brightness. While the crease is shallower, it is still present, and the hinge has become less secure.
Unfortunately, the phone is considerably more expensive than its predecessor, which, combined with certain compromises like reduced video resolution when using the 'my fun' feature and lack of stylus support, requires careful consideration.
“with a weight of 214 g, meaning it's significantly lighter and slimmer than the Motorola Razor Fold”
“The new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra also features the new top-tier Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor. A new 50-megapixel ultrawide camera with an aperture of f/2.2 [...] and, a noticeably larger battery.”
“In essence, it's better than before, but unfortunately, it's not on the level of the Oppo Find N6. The crease is shallower, but still present. [...] The movement might indeed be smoother, but also less certain and somewhat springy.”
Samsung Z Fold 8 (Wide) Impressions: Better Than I Thought!
Pros
- The interior display and hinge are significantly improved.
- The screen crease is greatly reduced and barely noticeable with high brightness.
- It features the largest battery capacity ever in a Samsung Fold at 5,000 mAh.
- Charging speeds are notably faster for both wired and wireless methods.
- The phone includes a new Snapdragon chip for enhanced performance.
Cons
- The starting price of over $2,000 is higher than last year, causing sticker shock.
- The primary and telephoto cameras remain unchanged from the previous model.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra offers significant enhancements over its predecessor, particularly in its dramatically improved hinge and interior display which largely eliminates the visible crease. It boasts the biggest battery ever in a Samsung Fold at 5,000 mAh, coupled with upgraded wired and wireless charging speeds.
Performance is bolstered by a new Snapdragon chip, and the ultrawide camera has been updated to a 50-megapixel sensor capable of 8K video, though primary and telephoto cameras are static. While it comes with a higher price tag of over $2,000, these key upgrades position it as a powerful device for multitaskers and a substantial improvement over last year's model.
“Well, it is a small... incremental improvement again, but then they also did something really clever, which you'll see what I mean in a second.”
“But it is way better than last year, which would be like a 5.”
“it's for the power user. It's the person who's doing a ton of multitasking.”
Galaxy Z-Fold 8 ULTRA - A Solid Upgrade
Pros
- Performance is top-tier with the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip.
- Battery capacity and charging speeds are significantly improved.
- The internal display is brighter, anti-reflective, and more durable.
- Multitasking experience is enhanced with new software features.
- The ultrawide camera has seen a substantial upgrade.
Cons
- The 10-megapixel telephoto lens is considered underwhelming for an "Ultra" device.
“So, kind of closing thoughts on this phone. One, I really, really like this phone. I loved the Fold 7 last year. There's not a whole lot that I want changed, but Samsung seemed to nail all the right changes on here.”
“But otherwise, objectively looking at this phone compared to last year, across the board, nice incremental upgrades that make this a solid phone. A really good recommendation for anybody who wants the best folding phone in 2026 and probably 2027 as well that is not only very powerful, really good form factor, really well built, and you know, has software to really back it up.”
“So, I'm a big fan of the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra. I'm probably going to be using this as my everyday phone”
Samsung Z Fold/Flip 8 Hands on - Fold ULTRA??
Pros
- Features Samsung's brightest and highest resolution 8-inch inner display with anti-reflective coating.
- Comes with a larger 5,000 mAh silicon carbon battery for improved endurance.
- Powered by the latest Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset for enhanced performance.
- The slimmest Samsung Fold ever at just 4.1 mm when open.
- Ultrawide camera upgraded to 50MP and supports macro photography.
Cons
- Lacks a telephoto camera and the main camera was downgraded.
- The cover display is an impractical, almost square shape.
- The 'Now Nudge' software feature is inconsistent and unreliable.
- High price ($2,100) is difficult to justify for perceived incremental upgrades.
- The improvements don't fully warrant the 'Ultra' designation.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra introduces an impressive 8-inch inner display, a larger 5,000 mAh battery, and the latest Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, making it the slimmest Fold to date. These enhancements, including a 50-megapixel ultrawide camera, represent solid generational improvements.
However, the phone suffers from the absence of a telephoto camera, a downgraded main sensor, and an impractical cover screen. Given its increased price of $2,100, the reviewer questions whether the changes truly justify the 'Ultra' branding, suggesting it feels more like a standard year-on-year update rather than a superphone breakthrough.
“This is the first time that Samsung's calling a Fold Ultra. So, you've got the same improvements to its opening mechanism with the wider gap in the magnets. Nice. It's got that new chipset and all the same display improvements that we've just seen with the regular Fold 8. Ultra bright, anti-reflective, and if anything, the screen is even more impressive here because of its 8in stature.”
“It's actually the slimmest Samsung Fold ever at just 4.1 mm when it's open. Not a huge leap over the previous record of 4.2, but an improvement nonetheless. And what's great to see is that it's this thin while having an even larger battery than both the Fold 7 and the Fold 8 at 5,000 mAh.”
“So, all in all, then I'm not sure there's any particular change here that warrants this sudden jump to ultra. I'd call this the same level of improvement that we've seen year-on-year. Anyways, it's just now the price has gone up a little from $2,000 to 2,100.”
Foldable iPhone from Samsung?
Pros
- Features three camera lenses, theoretically making it superior in this category.
- Utilizes innovative silicon-carbon batteries, allowing for greater capacity.
- The reviewer has the impression that the phone charges better than the previous generation.
- The screen theoretically offers better brightness and an anti-reflective coating.
Cons
- The narrow design causes the phone to wobble on a table when the cameras protrude.
- Screen improvements may not be significantly noticeable in daily use.
- Prices of new Samsung foldable smartphones are 'hard to accept'.
- The device is not essential for most consumers.
- Questionable whether it represents a sufficient technological leap compared to its predecessor.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a smartphone primarily designed for media creation and work, featuring a theoretically better camera with three lenses. It uses new silicon-carbon batteries, allowing for greater capacity, and the reviewer notes potentially better charging and a brighter screen with an anti-reflective coating.
Despite these enhancements, the phone's narrow design leads to instability on flat surfaces. The reviewer also questions whether the screen improvements are significant in daily use and if the phone represents a sufficient technological advancement to justify upgrading from the previous model.
The prices of the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra are deemed 'hard to accept,' and the device itself is not considered essential for most users. The overall tone of the review indicates a lack of enthusiasm, despite several technical improvements.
“The Fold Ultra has three camera lenses, so theoretically it's better”
“If I had that previous narrow Fold, I don't know if I'd want this next Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, whether it's a sufficient technological leap.”
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Samsung Galaxy Fold8 Hands-On: First Look From A Real Fold7 User
Pros
- Impressive display with 3,000 nits peak brightness
- New and effective anti-reflective coating on the display
- Enhanced display durability and reduced thickness
- Increased 5,000 mAh battery capacity
- Faster 45W wired and 20W wireless charging speeds
Cons
- Underwhelming 10-megapixel 3x zoom camera for its price
“Those who want better zoom shots will apparently be referred to the $2,100 Fold 8 Ultra with its [...] This thing still muddles through with a 10-megapixel 3x zoom?”
Samsung Just Fixed Foldables - Z Fold 8 Hands-on!
Pros
- Improved CPU and GPU performance.
- Larger 5,000 mAh battery capacity.
- Significantly upgraded 50MP ultrawide camera.
- Screen with less crease, higher brightness, and anti-reflective coating.
- Enhanced and more confident opening mechanism.
Cons
- Telephoto camera remains 10MP and could be improved.
- Crease is still present on the internal screen.
- High price point of £1,899.
“However, on first impressions only, the ZFold 8 Ultra is still the most confident and I think the best looking and best performing foldable on the market.”
“I think if you skipped the ZFold 7, this might be the one to get, but keep watching.”
Every Color of The New Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, Fold 8 & Flip 8
Pros
- Features a powerful 200MP main camera with a telephoto lens for superior zoom capabilities.
- Equipped with the largest 5,000 mAh battery, supporting 45W super fast charging.
- Boasts a significantly improved hinge design that substantially minimizes the screen crease.
- Delivers consistent top-tier performance thanks to the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor.
- Offers large, high-resolution Dynamic AMOLED 2X interior and cover displays.
Cons
- Carries a very high price point, starting at $2700 CAD.
- Despite having a larger battery, its real-world performance advantage over the Z Fold 8 is potentially minimal due to display size differences.
- The reviewer expressed less personal excitement due to its familiar form factor despite its advanced capabilities.
“Funny enough, the one that I'm least excited about is the most capable, which is the Ultra. Arguably the best. It's the thinnest. It feels probably the most advanced from an engineering standpoint still, but it's just something that I have experience with.”
“Would you want the new and fun form factor and save a couple of bucks or would you go to the ultra, get a slightly bigger battery? I mean, it's not that much bigger, but a slightly bigger battery and a zoom lens.”