The smartphone world is watching in awe as Samsung has once again created a massive revolution in foldable phone technology. Giving a tough challenge to Apple's iPhones, Samsung is successfully launching its next-generation foldable phones. This time, along with the Samsung Z Flip 8 and Samsung Z Fold 8 Ultra models, it is also going to introduce a new model called Samsung Z Fold 8 Wide as the king of the foldable phone market.
These phones are ready with many grand changes compared to previous generation phones, such as an even slimmer design, improved dual hinges, and perfect curves. Especially, Samsung has shocked the technology world by bringing a notebook-sized large display into the thickness of a regular Type-C port (4.99 mm). Let's see the precise and complete technical details of these new Samsung foldable phones that are going to shake the iPhone market in detail.
1. Design & Display
- Ultra Slim Design: The thickness of this phone is just 4.9 mm when unfolded (almost the size of a Type-C port). When folded, it has a thickness of 9.8 mm.
- Notebook-like Shape: Measuring 82.2 x 123.9 mm when folded and 161.4 x 123.9 mm when unfolded, it fits perfectly just like a small diary or notebook. Its weight is just 199 grams only.
- Dual Display Feature:
- Cover Display: On the outside, it is 5.4 inches in size with a resolution of 1264 x 1848 pixels, protected by strong Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2.
- Main Display: When opened inside, a magnificent 7.6-inch Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X display shows visuals very clearly with a 120Hz refresh rate and a 4:3 aspect ratio. Also, a Titanium plate layer is provided inside to strengthen the display.
- Protection: This phone is IP48 certified. Because of this, dust larger than 1mm will not enter inside, and the phone will not be damaged even if it stays in water up to 1.5 meters deep for up to 30 minutes.
2. Performance & Software
- Processor: The world's fastest processor, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) chipset, is used in this. Its Octa-core CPU (2x4.47 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix L + 6x3.53 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix M) and Adreno 830 (1200 MHz) GPU will easily handle even the most heavy gaming and multitasking.
- Memory Variants: (UFS 4.0 high-speed storage technology)
- 12GB RAM + 256GB Storage
- 12GB RAM + 512GB Storage
- 16GB RAM + 1TB Storage
- OS Update: Running on Android 16 and Samsung's One UI 8, this phone will be provided with major Android updates continuously for up to 7 years.
3. Camera & Multimedia
- Main Camera (Dual Setup):
- 50 MP Wide Camera (with PDAF and OIS image stabilization features).
- 50 MP Ultrawide Camera (with Autofocus feature). There is no telephoto lens in this.
Through this, you can record 4K quality videos at 30/60fps very clearly.
- Selfie Camera:
- A 10 MP Ultrawide camera is provided on the main display inside, and a 10 MP Wide camera is provided on the cover display.
4. Battery & Connectivity
- Battery: 4800 mAh Li-Po battery.
- Charging: It will support 45W wired fast charging and 15W wireless charging features.
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, 5G network, and the feature to use two SIMs at the same time (in a Nano-SIM + eSIM combination).
- Sound: Stereo speakers providing high-quality audio (High-bitrate audio support). There is no 3.5mm jack.
- Sensors: Side-mounted fingerprint sensor, accelerometer, gyro, compass, and barometer.
- Current Status: This 'Wide' model is currently leaked based on rumors (Rumored). It is likely to be officially announced soon in several colors, including Black, under model numbers like SM-F971B.
The arrival of these new foldable phones from Samsung, especially the Samsung Z Fold 8 Wide model, is a new milestone in the smartphone market. Bringing a massive 7.6-inch display with a diary-like design in the thickness of a regular Type-C port (4.99 mm) shows Samsung's incredible technological growth. With the world's fastest processor Snapdragon 8 Elite, strong titanium layer protection, and 7 years of Android updates, this phone stands premium in all aspects.
There is absolutely no doubt that these slim and powerful foldable phones will give very tough competition to iPhones, which have a conventional design. Going a step further in foldable phone technology, Samsung has once again established itself through these models to provide an excellent premium experience for customers who love innovation.
Samsung’s 3 New Game-Changing Foldables: FAQs
1. What is the main highlight of the Samsung Z Fold 8 Wide model?
Its most important highlight is its cutting-edge slim design. When unfolded, its thickness is just 4.99 mm (almost the thickness of a Type-C port). Furthermore, when folded, it fits perfectly just like a small notebook.
2. How are the display sizes and protection of this phone?
- Cover Display: 5.4 inches (with Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2 protection).
- Main Display: 7.6 inches (Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz).
- Additional Protection: A Titanium plate layer is provided inside to strengthen the display.
3. What processor is used in this? Is it good for gaming?
The world's most powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) chipset and Adreno 830 GPU are used in this. Because of this, you can play even the most heavy graphics games very fast without any lag.
4. Does the Samsung Z Fold 8 Wide phone have a Telephoto camera?
No, there is no telephoto lens in this model. Only dual cameras, including a 50 MP main camera and a 50 MP ultrawide camera, are provided on the back.
5. Will the phone get damaged if it falls into water?
No damage will happen. It is IP48 certified. Through this, there will be no damage even if this phone stays in up to 1.5 meters deep clean water for up to 30 minutes. Also, it will prevent dust larger than 1mm from entering inside.
6. What is the battery capacity and charging speed?
It has a 4800 mAh capacity battery. This will support 45W wired fast charging and 15W wireless charging features.
7. For how many years will this phone get software updates?
This phone is going to be launched with Android 16 (One UI 8). Samsung is going to provide major Android OS and security updates continuously for up to 7 years for this phone.
8. How many SIM cards can be used at the same time in this?
It has Nano-SIM and eSIM features. You can use a maximum of 2 SIMs (Two Active SIMs) in this at the same time.