Every year, Samsung raises the bar for what a foldable phone can be. And every year, we ask ourselves: is this finally the one? With the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8, the answer is looking like a resounding yes. Whether you have been on the fence about foldables or you are a loyal Fold fan eyeing an upgrade, Samsung’s next book style flagship promises to be its most ambitious chapter yet, with a camera that rivals its own S Ultra lineup, a battery that actually lasts, and a display crease that is nearly invisible. While the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 is redefining the flip phone experience, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 is taking productivity and multitasking to the next level. Here is everything you need to know.
Launch details: Unpacked in London, available in India by August
Samsung is taking its annual Galaxy Unpacked event global this year, quite literally. The Galaxy Z Fold 8 will be unveiled on 22 July 2026 in London, marking the first time Samsung has hosted its summer flagship launch in the UK. Alongside the Fold 8, expect the Galaxy Z Flip 8, the new Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide, a shorter, wider foldable built to take on Apple’s rumoured foldable iPhone, and the Galaxy Watch 9.
For Indian buyers, the wait should not be too long. Samsung has consistently brought its foldables to India within a few weeks of the global reveal, and this year should be no different. Pre orders are expected to open on launch day itself, 22 July, with general availability expected by early August.
Once launched, you can check out the Samsung phone at one of the Bajaj Finance partner stores across 4,000+ cities in person. Shop on Easy EMIs from Bajaj Finance for a more convenient upgrade.
Features and specs: The upgrades that matter
This is where things get really interesting. The Fold 8 looks set to close every gap its predecessors left open — better cameras, bigger battery, faster charging, and the same chip as Samsung’s most powerful slab phone. Here is what to expect.
Display
The Fold 8 is expected to come with an 8-inch LTPO AMOLED inner display running at 120 Hz with 2,600 nits of peak brightness, sharp and bright enough for outdoor use even under the harsh Indian summer sun. The cover screen is tipped to measure 6.5-inch and should also support 120 Hz. The phone is likely to ship with Android 17 and One UI 9, loaded with Galaxy AI features and Samsung DeX, which would let you plug into a monitor and use it like a laptop. Perfect if you travel for work and hate carrying around a bag full of devices.
Performance
The Fold 8 is widely expected to run on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy, the same chip tipped for the Galaxy S26 Ultra. Equipped with 16GB of RAM, this device is engineered for desktop-class multitasking. Heavy loads like navigation and live video conferencing are handled with zero latency.
Camera
The Fold 8 is expected to pack a 200MP main camera, which would be a first for the Fold series, putting it right alongside Samsung’s own S26 Ultra. The ultrawide is tipped to jump dramatically from 12MP to 50MP, and a 12MP telephoto is expected in the mix too. Dual 12MP front cameras are likely to handle selfies and video calls. If you have ever felt shortchanged by previous Fold cameras compared to a Galaxy S or even an iPhone, this generation looks like the fix. Wedding shoots, travel photography, and food shots for social media, the Fold 8 should handle all of it comfortably.
Battery
This might be the upgrade Indian users care about most. The Fold 8 is expected to bump its battery to 5,000 mAh, up from 4,400 mAh on the Fold 7. Even the wired charging is tipped to leap from 25 W to 45 W. In a country where power cuts are still a reality and most people are on their phones for 6 to 8 hours a day, a bigger, faster charging battery is everything. Wireless and reverse wireless charging are also expected to be available in the smartphone.
Connectivity
The Fold 8 is expected to come with Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, 5G, NFC, UWB, and a USB Type-C 3.2 port. The phone is likely to carry an IP48 rating, meaning it should be able to handle splashes and light rain. Monsoon season, you have met your match. Samsung is also expected to promise seven years of software updates, making this a device you can confidently keep well into the next decade.
Price in India: Here’s what to expect
Samsung’s Fold series has never been about chasing affordability, it’s about delivering the latest foldable innovation. If you’ve been waiting for the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8, it’s time to start planning your budget.
While Samsung is yet to reveal the official prices, expectations suggest the Galaxy Z Fold 8 could start at around Rs. 1.75 lakh in India, with higher storage variants available at premium prices.
| Variant | Expected price |
| 256GB + 12GB RAM | Rs. 1,74,999 to Rs. 1,79,999 |
| 512GB | Around Rs. 1,86,999 to Rs. 1,99,999 |
| 1TB + 16GB RAM | Upwards of Rs. 2,16,999 |
Samsung is expected to roll out pre-order offers including storage upgrades, accessories, and trade in credits. So, if you have an older Samsung phone, you can add it to exchange to further lower the price.
Plan your Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 purchase with Easy EMIs from Bajaj Finance
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 is expected to arrive with meaningful upgrades, including a 200MP main camera, a larger 5000 mAh battery, faster 45 W charging, and a more refined foldable display. If you are planning to upgrade when the phone launches in India, it is worth exploring Easy EMI options from Bajaj Finance in advance, so you can spread the cost into convenient monthly payments instead of paying the full amount upfront.
Steps to shop on Easy EMIs
- Visit a nearby Bajaj Finance partner store after the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 becomes available.
- Explore the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and other premium smartphones.
- Check available offers and eligible Easy EMI options.
- Choose a repayment tenure between 3 and 60 months based on your budget.
- Complete the purchase and take home your new smartphone with convenient monthly payments.
If the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 lives up to its expected specifications, it could be one of the biggest foldable upgrades in recent years.