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SpecificationsSamsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Announced 22 July 2026 · Checked 20 October 2026
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 was announced in July 2026. It has a 7.6-inch 120 Hz LTPO AMOLED display, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy chipset, a 4800 mAh battery and a 50 MP main camera. It runs Android 17 at launch. Model codes: SC-57G, SCG41, SM-F9710, SM-F971B, SM-F971C, SM-F971N, SM-F971Q, SM-F971U, SM-F971U1, SM-F971W, SM-F971Z.
- Display
- 7.6″ AMOLED120 Hz · 3000 nits peak
- Chipset
- Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy3 nm · SM8850
- Battery
- 4800 mAh45 W wired · 20 W wireless
- Main camera
- 50 MP
- Memory
- 16 GB · 1 TB
- Weight
- 201 g
Model code
What stands outKey facts from the table below, each with its source
DisplayOfficial
7.6″
LTPO AMOLED · 120 Hz · 2448 × 1848
ChipsetOfficial
Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy
Android 17 at launch
BatteryOfficial
4800 mAh
45 W wired · 20 W wireless
CameraOfficial
50 MP main
10 MP front
Full specifications
SourcePublic infoOfficial
| Announced | 22 July 2026 | Public info |
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| Size | 7.6 inches | Official |
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| Screen | Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120 Hz, HDR10+, 3000 nits (peak) | Public info |
| Resolution | 1848 × 2448 pixels (~404 ppi) | Public info |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy | Official |
|---|---|---|
| OS at launch | One UI 9 | Official |
| RAM | 16 GB | Official |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | 1 TB | Official |
| Card slot | No | Public info |
| Cameras | dual 50 MP Wide and Ultra Wide camera | Official |
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| Camera | 10 MP, f/2.2, 18 mm (ultrawide), 1/3.52", 1.12µm; 10 MP, f/2.2, 24 mm (wide), 1/3.52", 1.12µm | Public info |
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| Capacity | 4800 mAh | Official |
|---|---|---|
| Wired charging | 45 W (63% in 30 min) | Public info |
| Wireless charging | 20 W | Public info |
| Network | 5G / 4G / 3G / 2G | Public info |
|---|---|---|
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct · Bluetooth: 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD · NFC: Yes | Public info |
| NFC | Yes | Public info |
| Ports | USB Type-C 3.2, OTG | Public info |
| Height | Not published | |
|---|---|---|
| Width | Not published | |
| Thickness | 4.5 mm | Official |
| Weight | 201 g | Official |
| Protection | IP48 | Official |
| Colours | Lavender / Graphite / Cream / Pistachio | Official |
| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), Accelerometer, Gyro, Proximity, Compass, Barometer | Public info |
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| Speakers | Stereo speakers | Public info |
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| Codes | SC-57G, SCG41, SM-F9710, SM-F971B, SM-F971C, SM-F971N, SM-F971Q, SM-F971U, SM-F971U1, SM-F971W, SM-F971Z | Public info |
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Variants and model codes
Model codes
| Model code | Covers | Sold as | Firmware |
|---|---|---|---|
| SC-57G | 16 GB + 1 TB | Galaxy Z Fold8 | Firmware list ↗ (opens in a new tab) |
| SCG41 | 16 GB + 1 TB | Galaxy Z Fold8 | Firmware list ↗ (opens in a new tab) |
| SM-F9710 | 16 GB + 1 TB | Galaxy Z Fold8 | Firmware list ↗ (opens in a new tab) |
| SM-F971B | 16 GB + 1 TB | Galaxy Z Fold8 | Firmware list ↗ (opens in a new tab) |
| SM-F971C | 16 GB + 1 TB | Galaxy Z Fold8 | Firmware list ↗ (opens in a new tab) |
| SM-F971N | 16 GB + 1 TB | Galaxy Z Fold8 | Firmware list ↗ (opens in a new tab) |
| SM-F971Q | 16 GB + 1 TB | Galaxy Z Fold8 | Firmware list ↗ (opens in a new tab) |
| SM-F971U | 16 GB + 1 TB | Galaxy Z Fold8 | Firmware list ↗ (opens in a new tab) |
| SM-F971U1 | 16 GB + 1 TB | Galaxy Z Fold8 | Firmware list ↗ (opens in a new tab) |
| SM-F971W | 16 GB + 1 TB | Galaxy Z Fold8 | Firmware list ↗ (opens in a new tab) |
| SM-F971Z | 16 GB + 1 TB | Galaxy Z Fold8 | Firmware list ↗ (opens in a new tab) |
Memory versions
| Version | RAM | Storage | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 GB + 256 GB | 12 GB | 256 GB | Public info |
| 12 GB + 512 GB | 12 GB | 512 GB | Public info |
| 12 GB + 1 TB | 12 GB | 1 TB | Public info |
| 16 GB + 1 TB | 16 GB | 1 TB | Official |
Software support
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The white line marks the date this page was checked (October 2026).
| Software at launch | Android 17 |
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| Update promise | 7 years of Android upgrades |
| Firmware | Firmware list ↗ (opens in a new tab) |
Quick answers
Does the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 support eSIM?
Yes.
Does the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 have wireless charging?
Yes, up to 20 W.
Does the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 support 5G?
Yes.
How long will the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 get updates?
7 Android upgrades from launch, until about 2033.
Compare the Galaxy Z Fold8
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Sources and changes
- Google: Google Play certified-device list: Galaxy Z Fold8 (opens in a new tab) · checked 20 October 2026
- Verified against: Samsung official specification page (opens in a new tab) · checked 20 October 2026
- Cross-checked with: GSMArena (independent cross-check) (opens in a new tab) · checked 20 October 2026
- 2026-10-19 · Page created from the sources listed above.
- 2026-10-20 · Updated after a re-check of the sources.
- 2026-10-20 · Updated after a re-check of the sources.