The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 introduces a significant design shift, adopting a passport-like aspect ratio that improves portability and usability. Measuring 5.5 inches when closed and 4.5mm thick when open, the device is the lightest foldable phone currently on the market. The display reaches a peak brightness of 3,000 nits and incorporates a new titanium alloy film and micro-laser cuts to reduce the screen crease. Internally, the Z Fold8 features a 4,800mAh battery, which is larger than its predecessor's 4,400mAh capacity. Samsung has implemented a new battery cage design that allows the silicon to expand safely, mitigating the degradation issues typically associated with silicon-carbon batteries. The device supports 45W super-fast charging, achieving a 63% charge in 30 minutes. While the Z Fold8 offers significant hardware improvements, it lacks an integrated S-Pen and telephoto camera, and app compatibility remains inconsistent, with some applications failing to adapt to the new screen dimensions.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 features a new passport-like form factor that is more portable than previous generations. The device is the lightest foldable phone on the market, weighing 201 grams and measuring 4.5mm thick when open.
A new titanium alloy film and micro-laser cuts in the display structure help to reduce the screen crease. The Z Fold8 includes a 4,800mAh battery that utilizes a new cage design to safely manage silicon expansion.
The device supports 45W super-fast charging, which can charge the battery to 63% in 30 minutes. App compatibility is inconsistent, as some applications fail to adapt to the device's unique 4:3 display aspect ratio.
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- The reviewer notes that the Z Fold8 is a new product and that long-term durability of the new battery and display technology is not yet fully established.
- The review mentions that the Z Fold8 is not officially sold in the US, and the reviewer is testing it as an imported device.