STACK #263 September 2026
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Key dierences at a glance
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra Compared with: Fold7
What's Changed: Brighter display, upgraded cameras, larger battery, faster charging, and enhanced AI Best for: Productivity, creators, power users
Galaxy Z Fold8 Compared with: Fold7
If you're upgrading from a Galaxy Z Fold7 or Galaxy Z Flip7, here's how Samsung's latest foldables compare and which model is worth choosing. Words Scott Hocking Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs Fold7, and Galaxy Z Flip8 vs Flip7? What are the key dierences between the
What's Changed: New wider design, immersive display ratios, lighter build, and dual 50MP cameras Best for: Entertainment, reading, gaming Galaxy Z Flip8 Compared with: Flip7 What's Changed: Smarter FlexWindow, enhanced FlexCam, slimmer design, and AI upgrades Best for: Everyday use, selfies, content creation
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra vs Galaxy Z Fold7
Galaxy Z Flip8 vs Galaxy Z Flip7 What's new?
What's new? If the Fold7 blurred the line between a phone and tablet, the Fold8 Ultra pushes even further with a sleek and lighter premium design and a brighter, expansive 8-inch display that provides ample space to work across multiple apps. Whether you're editing holiday photos while replying to emails or reviewing documents during a video call, the Fold8 Ultra is built for getting things done. The larger 5,000mAh battery, improved cooling, and faster 45W charging, along with enhanced AI productivity tools, are designed to keep up with demanding days. Photography also gets a boost with a 200MP HDR camera, new 50MP ultra-wide camera and improved Nightography, while creator-friendly tools such as 8K APV recording and Cine LUT make producing polished content easier.
The Galaxy Z Flip8 shrinks down to 6.1mm thick and 180g, compared to the Flip7's 6.5mm and 188g. It also builds on everything that made the Flip7 popular, while making everyday interactions even easier. The smarter FlexWindow brings more apps, shortcuts, and AI features to the cover screen, while the upgraded FlexCam and refined 50MP camera make selfies and hands-free video even better. Fold it halfway to capture group shots, record content, or jump on a hands-free video call without needing a kickstand.
Who should upgrade? If you're a Fold7 owner who relies on your phone for work, creativity, or serious multitasking, the Fold8 Ultra is the natural upgrade.
Galaxy Z Fold8 vs Galaxy Z Fold7
What's new? The Fold8 isn't trying to replace the Fold7. Rather than focusing on productivity, it's built around entertainment. The lighter, passport like design and new display ratios make reading, streaming, gaming, and browsing feel more immersive whether the phone is folded or unfolded. It also packs a brighter display and bigger battery at 4,800mAh, plus faster 45W charging, compared to the Fold7, and is powered by the same Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor as the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra – Galaxy’s best chipset to date.
Who should upgrade? If you've always fancied the idea of a Galaxy Z Fold but wanted something that feels more relaxed and entertainment-focused, the Fold8 is likely the better fit.
Who should upgrade? If you want flagship features in a compact phone that's fun to use, the Flip8 remains one of the most distinctive smartphones available.
10 SEPTEMBER 2026
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