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Samsung · Updated August 2026

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8: price, specs & release date

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, released 2026-08. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.

Source: gsmarena.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger

BronzeDeskmark42/100#19 of 33 in class

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is listed at $1199 on gsmarena.com as of 2026-08-31, #22 cheapest of 27 smartphones (median $999); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Bronze Deskmark — 42/100 pay-blind standing, #19 of 33 in class.

Verified Aug 31, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below

Cheapest smartphones: Nothing Phone (3a) — $379

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Is the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 a good buy?

At $1199, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is #22 cheapest of the 27 smartphones we track, where the median is $999. On the spec sheet, its display of 6.9 in is above the median of the 33, its battery of 4300 mAh is below the median of the 31, and its charge of 25 W is below the median of the 30. By release date, it is the newest of the 30 we date.

Specifications

Price (US)$1199 256GB base MSRP; 512GB model is $1,399
BrandSamsung
Released2026-08
Display (in)6.9
Display typeFoldable LTPO AMOLED, 4.1" Super AMOLED cover screen
Refresh (Hz)120
ChipsetSnapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (Exynos 2600 in some regions)
RAM (GB)12
Storage (GB)256
Main camera (MP)50
Battery (mAh)4300
Charge (W)25
Weight (g)180
OSAndroid 17, One UI 9
IP ratingIP48
FivegYes

Source: gsmarena.com (read 2026-08-26) · corroborated by sammobile.com (read 2026-08-26). Officially unveiled at Galaxy Unpacked Jul 22, 2026, on sale Aug 7, 2026. Verified: GSMArena spec page resolves to this device with matching specs (6.9" foldable AMOLED, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 / Exynos 2600 split, 12GB, 256GB, 50MP, 4300mAh, 25W, 180g, IP48, One UI 9). $1,199 base / $1,399 512GB confirmed via launch coverage.

Is the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 worth it vs cheaper smartphones?

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 against its closest cheaper and pricier smartphones on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 27 ranked

ProductPriceDisplay (in)Display typeRefresh (Hz)ChipsetRAM (GB)
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 this$11996.9Foldable LTPO AMOLED, 4.1" Super AMOLED cover screen120Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (Exynos 2600 in some regions)12
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7$1099.996.9—120Exynos 250012
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra$1299.996.9Dynamic AMOLED 2X—Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy12

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 cost?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has a US price of $1199 (256GB base MSRP; 512GB model is $1,399), as of 2026-08-26.

How does the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 compare on price?

At $1199, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is #22 cheapest of the 27 smartphones we track, where the median is $999.

When was the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 released?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 was released 2026-08.

What are the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8's key specs?

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (Samsung): display in 6.9, display type Foldable LTPO AMOLED, 4.1" Super AMOLED cover screen, refresh hz 120, chipset Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (Exynos 2600 in some regions), ram gb 12. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-08-26.

Price of record: $1199 at gsmarena.com, 2026-08-31. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:

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