Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 is expected to debut in July with a 5,000mAh battery and 45W wired charging, up from the Z Fold 7's 4,400mAh and 25W. The Z Fold 8 may also reintroduce S Pen support and a creased folding display, though details remain unconfirmed. While design changes are minimal, the Z Fold 8 could feature a wider aspect ratio model and improved dust resistance, addressing the Z Fold 7's IP48 rating.

Both devices share the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, but the Z Fold 8 might offer 16GB RAM across all storage tiers. Pricing is rumored to stay at $1,999.99 for the 256GB variant, matching the Z Fold 7's launch price. One UI 9 and Galaxy AI features are anticipated, though the Z Fold 7's lack of S Pen support and meh battery life remain pain points. The Z Fold 7, now a year old, is already discounted, but component cost hikes may narrow the price gap. IP68 rating and 8-inch display are key upgrades, but the Z Fold 8's creased screen and no native Qi2 charging could deter some buyers.