Just how wide IS the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide? Comparison pics tell the tale

Source: Android Authority

TL;DR

• Samsung is expected to add a new “Wide” model to its 2026 foldable lineup, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide.
• CAD renders this week have detailed the size and shape of both the Fold 8 and Fold 8 Wide.
• New comparison images now show the differences between the two devices.

Spring is here, summer is just around the corner — and that means we’re only a few months away from checking out Samsung’s latest Galaxy Z foldable launches. This year, we’re expecting the company to mix things up, and instead of just showing off its latest Fold and Flip models, we’re anticipating a new, slightly tweaked form factor: the hardware we’ve been calling the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide. Now we have a better look at exactly how its size and shape compare to the standard Fold 8.

CAD renders

Earlier this week, two sets of CAD renders were published:

• The first set detailed the Galaxy Z Fold 8.
• Yesterday, a second set showed the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide.

These are not official Samsung renders; they are 3D mock‑ups based on leaked dimensions. While some aesthetic details may be off, the underlying measurements should give a close approximation of the devices’ size and shape.

Size comparison

The biggest question is how the Wide version will feel in everyday use. Its screens measure smaller corner‑to‑corner (7.6‑inch inner and 5.4‑inch outer) compared to the Fold 8’s 8‑inch inner and 6.5‑inch outer, yet it is still expected to provide a spacious working surface.

Android Headlines compiled comparison imagery that makes the differences clear:

If you haven’t worked it out yourself, the regular Galaxy Z Fold 8 (blue screen) is shown in the back, and the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide (gray screen) in front. The Fold 8 reportedly measures 158.4 × 143.2 mm unfolded, while the Fold 8 Wide comes in at 123.9 × 161.4 mm.

Two views are provided, illustrating that the Fold 8 Wide’s screen is wider than the Fold 8 is tall. For a clearer side‑by‑side comparison, a transparent overlay is also available:

In fairness, the standard Fold 8 does have more total screen surface area, but the wider layout of the Fold 8 Wide may make its usable space feel more practical.

Industry perspective

Analysts see Samsung’s interest in the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide as a response to Apple’s own wide‑form‑factor foldable ambitions. Regardless of the motivation, Samsung is giving shoppers an additional choice. Both devices benefit from generations of foldable experience, and early reports suggest the price won’t be prohibitive.