Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide renders show what Samsung’s cooking up to take on Apple

Source: Android Authority

TL;DR

• New CAD-based renders offer the best look yet at Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 8 “Wide.”
• The new shape for Samsung’s foldables is expected to be a direct competitor to Apple’s folding iPhone.
• Samsung may launch the new model as early as this summer, alongside the standard Z Fold 8.

Smartphones have never been one‑size‑fits‑all, so why should foldables be? The conversation around foldable design used to focus on horizontal‑hinge clamshell handsets versus vertical‑hinge book‑style models. In 2026, Samsung is expected to shake things up by offering an extra‑wide variant of its Galaxy Z Fold, and today we have perhaps the best look at that hardware yet.

Just like yesterday’s Galaxy Z Fold 8 imagery, these are CAD‑based renders. The team at Android Headlines created them based on precise measurements of the handset hardware—the kind of details a case manufacturer would use to produce new case designs ahead of a phone’s release. Assuming the information is accurate, the overall dimensions and aspect ratios should be relatively close to the real device, though other details—such as bezel size—may involve some guesswork.

Competition

The biggest competition for the Galaxy Z Fold 8 “Wide” would be Apple’s upcoming foldable iPhone, which is also expected to feature an extra‑wide shape. Compared to Samsung’s own offerings, Apple’s model would reportedly have a 7.6‑inch inner screen and a 5.4‑inch exterior display—both slightly smaller than the 8‑inch and 6.5‑inch measurements rumored for the standard Z Fold 8. The key advantage is the wide, expansive working area the new shape provides.

Dimensions

• Unfolded: 123.9 mm × 161.4 mm × 4.9 mm
• Closed: 123.9 mm × 82.2 mm × 9.8 mm
• With camera island (folded): up to 14.6 mm thick

Hardware & Pricing

Rumors point to flagship‑level components:

• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
• Memory: 12 GB or 16 GB RAM
• Storage: Up to 1 TB
• Battery: Possibly around 5,000 mAh (still unconfirmed)
• Pricing: Expected to be competitive with the regular Z Fold 8, though exact figures remain speculative.

Launch Outlook

All indications suggest a summer launch, so leaks of actual Z Fold 8 Wide hardware may appear soon. If you’re curious about this wider design, keep an eye out for upcoming leaks and official announcements.