Early Galaxy Z Fold 8 renders suggest Samsung won’t be reinventing the wheel
Source: Android Authority
TL;DR
- New CAD‑based renders give a first look at Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 8.
- Compared to the Z Fold 7, the new model may be slightly thicker.
- Other hardware changes include a larger battery, a higher‑resolution ultrawide camera, and possible S Pen support.
Overview
The foldable‑screen market is reaching a mature stage, and Samsung’s 2026 roadmap shows an expanded lineup: the standard Galaxy Z Fold 8 and a new, wider Fold model. Earlier this year we got a glimpse of the Wide Fold’s hardware, and now the focus shifts to the next generation of the standard Fold.
CAD renders
Android Headlines sourced CAD measurements of the Fold 8 and produced detailed renders:
The renders involve some guesswork, as the CAD data does not detail every component, but they likely represent a realistic ballpark.
Dimensions
The preliminary dimensions suggest no major redesign:
- Open: 158.4 × 143.2 × 4.5 mm
- Folded: 158.4 × 72.8 × 9 mm
The camera bump alone could be about 5.5 mm thick. These figures hint at a device that may be slightly thicker than the Fold 7, though final numbers could differ.
Battery and charging
Rumors indicate the Fold 8 will upgrade to a 5,000 mAh battery and support 45 W fast charging. Screen sizes appear unchanged, with an 8‑inch inner panel and a 6.5‑inch outer display. There’s also speculation that S Pen support could return, similar to the Fold 7’s limited implementation.
Camera upgrades
Samsung is expected to replace the Fold 7’s 12 MP ultrawide sensor with a 50 MP ultrawide camera, marking a significant improvement in imaging capability.
Specs and launch timeline
- Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy (same as the Galaxy S26 series)
- Storage options: 256 GB, 512 GB, or 1 TB
- RAM: 12 GB or 16 GB
Samsung typically unveils its foldables in the summer, so the Fold 8 is likely only a few months away from its official debut.