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SamsungTechnical Specification MatrixAI Enhanced AnalysisAnalysis Date: 8 November 2026Evaluated at £1,699

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a high-end foldable device powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, accompanied by 12 GB of RAM and 256 GB of internal storage. It features a 7.6-inch primary Dynamic AMOLED 2X folding display alongside a 5.5-inch cover screen, both running at 120 Hz. Imaging hardware comprises dual 50-megapixel rear sensors with OIS.

8.0/ 10
Andote Tech Score
Evaluated at £1,699
Price-Tier Avg: 8.2/10
Rated on 8 November 2026
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Relative Benchmark Scoring (1–10)

vs Price Tier Competitors
RAM Capacity12GB
Hardware Spec Score
8.5/10(Excellent)
Price-to-Value Efficiency
8.1/10(Excellent)
Internal Storage256GB
Hardware Spec Score
7.5/10(Very Good)
Price-to-Value Efficiency
7.1/10(Very Good)
Battery Capacity4800 mAh
Hardware Spec Score
6.8/10(Above Average)
Price-to-Value Efficiency
6.5/10(Above Average)
Refresh Rate120Hz
Hardware Spec Score
8.3/10(Excellent)
Price-to-Value Efficiency
7.9/10(Very Good)
Main Camera Resolution50MP
Hardware Spec Score
8.0/10(Excellent)
Price-to-Value Efficiency
7.6/10(Very Good)
Weight201g
Hardware Spec Score
7.3/10(Very Good)
Price-to-Value Efficiency
6.9/10(Above Average)
Processor Boost Frequency4740Hz
Hardware Spec Score
9.9/10(Exceptional)
Price-to-Value Efficiency
9.4/10(Exceptional)
Optical Zoom2
Hardware Spec Score
7.0/10(Very Good)
Price-to-Value Efficiency
6.6/10(Above Average)
How We Calculate This Score

Our objective rating combines Hardware Spec Quality (measuring real-world component power benchmarked across the entire category on a 1–10 scale) with a Price-to-Value Index (evaluating technical capability relative to selling price). User reviews and merchant sponsorships do not influence this score.

Score Deciding Factors10 Key drivers
✓Tier-1 Brand (Samsung)
Premium manufacturer reliability & build qualityTier-1 Standing
•High-End Price Bracket£1699
High-end product priced in the upper bracketPremium Tier
✓High-End RAM Capacity12GB
Top-tier capability in this category8.5/10
•Standard Internal Storage256GB
Solid standard benchmark for category7.5/10
•Standard Battery Capacity4800 mAh
Solid standard benchmark for category6.8/10
✓High-End Refresh Rate120Hz
Top-tier capability in this category8.3/10
✓High-End Main Camera Resolution50MP
Top-tier capability in this category8.0/10
•Standard Weight201g
Solid standard benchmark for category7.3/10
✓High-End Processor Boost Frequency4.7 GHz
Top-tier capability in this category9.9/10
•Standard Optical Zoom2.0
Solid standard benchmark for category7.0/10
Key Technical Strengths
  • ✓Advanced Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor with 4.74 GHz boost frequency
  • ✓Dual 120 Hz Dynamic AMOLED 2X displays with 3000 cd/m² peak outdoor brightness
  • ✓Long-term security update support schedule extending to July 2033
  • ✓Robust wireless connectivity featuring Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6.0
Technical Limitations & Trade-offs
  • ✕Storage capacity is capped at 256 GB with no micro-SD card expansion slot
  • ✕IP48 ingress protection rating offers limited defense against fine particulate ingress
  • ✕AC power adapter is omitted from the retail package

Complete Technical Specifications

Manufacturer-verified hardware specifications with contextual AI metric explanations.

What this metric means:

Dual 50-megapixel primary sensors feature built-in OIS and diverse fields of view (85° and 120°) to accommodate high-detail imaging and wide-angle framing.

PanoramaYes
Auto FocusYes
Flash TypeLED
Night ModeYes
Digital Zoom10x
Optical Zoom2x
Image StabilizerYes
Rear Camera TypeDual camera
Slow Motion ModeYes
Slow Motion Rate240fps @FHD, 120fps @FHD, 120fps @UHD
Front Camera TypeSingle camera
Rear Camera FlashYes
Maximum Frame Rate30 fps
Image Stabilizer TypeOptical Image Stabilization (OIS)
Rear Camera Pixel Size1 µm
Front Camera Pixel Size1.12 µm
Rear Camera Sensor Size1/1.56"
Front Camera Sensor Size1/3.33"
Rear Camera Aperture Number1.8
Cover Camera Aperture Number2.2
Front Camera Aperture Number2.2
Video Capture Resolution Max7680 x 4320 pixels
Second Rear Camera Pixel Size0.7 µm
Rear Camera50 MP
Second Rear Camera Sensor Size1/2.52"
Cover Camera Resolution Numeric10 MP
Front Camera Resolution Numeric10 MP
Second Rear Camera Aperture Number1.9
Rear Camera Field Of View Fov Angle85°
Front Camera Field Of View Fov Angle100°
Third Rear Camera Resolution Numeric50 MP
Fourth Rear Camera Resolution Numeric50 MP
Second Rear Camera Resolution Numeric50 MP
Second Rear Camera Field Of View Fov Angle120°
What this metric means:

The 8-core Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 architecture paired with 12 GB of RAM ensures rapid execution speeds, while the 256 GB storage allocation provides standard internal capacity without expansion options.

User Memory218.6 GB
RAM12 GB
Compatible Memory CardsNot supported
Internal storage capacity256GB
What this metric means:

Dual 120 Hz Dynamic AMOLED 2X panels deliver fluid motion handling and high color fidelity across both primary and cover displays, supported by high peak outdoor luminance.

Screen ShapeFlat
Pixel Density403 ppi
Second DisplayYes
Display Size19.3 cm (7.6")
Display Brightness1500 cd/m²
Display Glass TypeGorilla Glass
Display Resolution1848 x 2448 pixels
Second Display TypeDynamic AMOLED 2X
Maximum Refresh Rate120 Hz
Gorilla Glass VersionGorilla Glass Victus 2
Second Display Diagonal14 cm (5.5")
Display Number Of Colours16 million colours
Second Display Glass TypeGorilla Glass
Second Display Resolution1972 x 1248 pixels
Second Display Refresh Rate120 Hz
Second Display Pixel Density428 ppi
Display Technology Marketing NameDynamic AMOLED 2X
Maximum Display Brightness Outdoor3000 cd/m²
Second Display Gorilla Glass VersionGorilla Glass Ceramic 3
What this metric means:

The 8-core Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 architecture paired with 12 GB of RAM ensures rapid execution speeds, while the 256 GB storage allocation provides standard internal capacity without expansion options.

Processor Cores8
Processor8 Elite Gen 5
Processor FamilySnapdragon
Processor Frequency3.6 GHz
Processor Boost Frequency4.74 GHz
What this metric means:

The 4800 mAh battery utilizes USB Power Delivery protocols to support fast charging up to 45 W, balancing daily operational cycles with efficient power input.

Battery Capacity4800 mAh
Removable BatteryNo
Battery Endurance In Cycles1200
Wireless Video Playback Time26 h
What this metric means:

Dual 120 Hz Dynamic AMOLED 2X panels deliver fluid motion handling and high color fidelity across both primary and cover displays, supported by high peak outdoor luminance.

Wireless ChargingYes
Fingerprint ReaderYes
Hearing Aid CompatibilityYes
What this metric means:

The 4800 mAh battery utilizes USB Power Delivery protocols to support fast charging up to 45 W, balancing daily operational cycles with efficient power input.

Usb Type C Charging PortYes
Usb Power Delivery Usb PdYes
Usb Type C Required Charging Power Max45 W
Usb Type C Required Charging Power Min10 W