Samsung plans a second wide Galaxy Z Fold 9 for 2027
The Fold 8's wide shape took about 70% of Samsung's Korean foldable pre-orders, and a second wide model built for video is reportedly next.
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Galaxy Z Fold 9 & Fold 9 UltraRelease Date & Reports
202772% within 2027
Our read: 72% is the chance of a release at any point in 2027, the whole year. It comes from 37 past forecasts of a window this size. It assumes Samsung announces the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold9 at all. The window itself is Reported, not confirmed by Samsung.
Last updated
Samsung's book-style foldable, which opens from a phone into a small tablet. Reporting on the 2027 lineup points to the wide models growing from one into more than one.
What will the Galaxy Z Fold9 have?
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Multitasking. Show why
It opens into a tablet-sized screen and runs two apps at once.
Work. Show why
The large inner screen gives you room for documents and mail.
Movies. Show why
You watch video on a tablet-sized inner display.
Rumors
See everything we're expecting- Samsung plans five foldables for 2027, including a second wide Fold
The Z Fold 8 took about 70% of a record 1.44 million Korean pre-orders.
Reported
ReportedA credible source reported this.
It isn't confirmed yet and may change.
79% track record
79% track record
Similar reports have held up 79% of the time in our historical data.
Based on how reporting on phones has held up, across 818 settled reports.
This does not mean this claim has a 79% chance of happening.
How the reporting has spread
This started with independent reporting and was later carried by other outlets. Repeats don’t count as new independent sources.
Outlets
4
How strongly each outlet put it
Expected release date
An average of 358 days between updates.Galaxy Z Fold9 release date
ShippedExpected
Shows the latest 3 of 8 models. The first one shipped in 2019.
An average of 358 days between updates.
| Generation | On sale | Gap |
|---|---|---|
| Galaxy Z Fold6 | Jul 24, 2024 | 348 days since Galaxy Z Fold5 |
| Galaxy Z Fold7 | Jul 25, 2025 | 366 days |
| Galaxy Z Fold8 | Aug 7, 2026 | 378 days |
| Galaxy Z Fold9 (expected) | 2027 | expected |
Shows the latest 3 of 8 models. The first one shipped in 2019.
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| Generation | On sale | Gap |
|---|---|---|
| Galaxy Z Fold9 (expected) | 2027 | expected |
| Galaxy Z Fold8 | Aug 7, 2026 | 378 days |
| Galaxy Z Fold7 | Jul 25, 2025 | 366 days |
| Galaxy Z Fold6 | Jul 24, 2024 | 348 days |
| Galaxy Z Fold5 | Aug 11, 2023 | 350 days |
| Galaxy Z Fold4 | Aug 26, 2022 | 364 days |
| Galaxy Z Fold3 | Aug 27, 2021 | 343 days |
| Galaxy Z Fold2 | Sep 18, 2020 | 357 days |
| Galaxy Fold | Sep 27, 2019 | first |
Quick answers
All FAQsQuick answers
When could Fold9 launch?
2027 is the reported year. Samsung has not announced the Fold 9, and no month or launch date has been reported.
Should I buy the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 now or wait for the next one?
Good to buy. A good discount, and its replacement isn't expected soon. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold9 is reported for 2027 (Reported, 9to5Google). It is $1,649.99 at Best Buy, price checked Oct. 14, 2026. See the full answer
Is Galaxy Z Fold9 confirmed?
No. It appears in credible reporting about Samsung's 2027 flagship roadmap: 9to5Google has relayed both an ETNews lineup and a Galaxy Club report naming it. Samsung has announced nothing.
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Timing and release
Samsung plans five foldables for 2027, including a second wide Fold
The Z Fold 8 took about 70% of a record 1.44 million Korean pre-orders.
Reported
Reported
A credible source reported this.
It isn't confirmed yet and may change.
79% track record
79% track record
Similar reports have held up 79% of the time in our historical data.
Based on how reporting on phones has held up, across 818 settled reports.
This does not mean this claim has a 79% chance of happening.
How the reporting has spread
This started with independent reporting and was later carried by other outlets. Repeats don’t count as new independent sources.
Outlets
4
How strongly each outlet put it
May 24, 2026 · First sign of it
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is reported as the direct Fold7 successor
Jun 2, 2026 · First sign of it
The wider Galaxy Z Fold8 is reported at just 201g
Aug 17, 2026 · First sign of it
ETNews reports two wide Fold projects inside a five-model 2027 lineup
ETNews reported from industry sources that Samsung had started two wide-foldable development projects for the next Galaxy Z9 generation and shared the work with suppliers. The report said Samsung’s 2027 foldable lineup was being prepared as five models, including an additional wide Fold configuration; Galaxy Z Fold9 remains unannounced.
May 29, 2026 · Filed with regulators
Safety Korea listings put Fold8 Ultra into a regulatory database
Jun 30, 2026 · Design and hardware
A detailed leak adds 4,800mAh, 12GB RAM and 4.5mm thickness
Jul 15, 2026 · Price
WinFuture leak fills in displays, cameras and €1,999 starting price
Jul 15, 2026 · Design and hardware
A broad Fold8 Ultra spec leak details the display, cameras, battery and price
WinFuture published a detailed Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra hardware report covering the 8.0-inch inner and 6.5-inch cover displays, 200MP/50MP/10MP camera array, memory tiers, titanium display support structure and a €2,199 European starting price. It also reported a 5,000mAh battery with 45W wired charging, bringing most of the later headline hardware into one pre-launch report.
Jul 20, 2026 · Supply chain
ETNews says Samsung is prioritizing the wide Fold8 in production
Jul 22, 2026 · Announced
Samsung officially unveils the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Jul 22, 2026 · Announced
Samsung unveils the redesigned Galaxy Z Fold8
Jul 31, 2026 · Design and hardware
Early testing finds the Fold8 Ultra crease dramatically reduced
Jul 22, 2026 · Design and hardware
Launch coverage confirms 201g and the $1,899 U.S. starting price
Aug 7, 2026 · Went on sale
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra goes on sale
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, available now.
At a glance
CURRENT MODELSamsung Galaxy Z Fold8
COMPARE WITHSamsung Galaxy Z Fold8 UltraPrice
The starting list price, not a temporary sale price. It is usually the first thing that rules a product in or out.
$1699.99 (regularly $1899.99)
$1899.99 (regularly $2099.99)
Camera
Camera hardware changes what you can capture and which visual features are possible.
50MP wide with OIS + 50MP ultra-wideup to 10x digital zoom
200MP wide with OIS + 50MP ultra-wide + 10MP 3x telephoto3x optical zoom, up to 30x Space Zoom
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Design
Fold mechanics
Book-style foldable with 7.6-inch main display and 5.5-inch cover display
Book-style foldable with 8.0-inch main display and 6.5-inch cover display
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Processor
The processor affects speed, efficiency and which features the device can support.
Charging
Expected price: about $1,899.99
Our figure, from the last modelPrice by generation
How the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold9 line has been priced across generations.
Galaxy Z Fold8 launched at $1,900. The reported Galaxy Z Fold9 range starts at the same price.
Reveal to on sale
How long after the reveal can you actually buy one?
Fold219 days
Z Fold217 days
Z Fold316 days
Z Fold416 days
Z Fold516 days
Z Fold614 days
Z Fold9? on-sale date not reported
Five of the six went on sale 14 to 17 days after being revealed. Galaxy Fold is the exception, at 219 days.
What you can buy today
Frequently asked questions
Questions about Samsung Galaxy Z Fold9
Top questions
When could Fold9 launch?
2027 is the reported year. Samsung has not announced the Fold 9, and no month or launch date has been reported.
Should I buy the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 now or wait for the next one?
Good to buy. A good discount, and its replacement isn't expected soon. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold9 is reported for 2027 (Reported, 9to5Google). It is $1,649.99 at Best Buy, price checked Oct. 14, 2026. See the full answer
Is Galaxy Z Fold9 confirmed?
No. It appears in credible reporting about Samsung's 2027 flagship roadmap: 9to5Google has relayed both an ETNews lineup and a Galaxy Club report naming it. Samsung has announced nothing.
Will there be a Fold9 Ultra?
Current roadmap reporting says yes. Both the ETNews lineup and the Galaxy Club report name a Galaxy Z Fold 9 Ultra alongside the standard model.
Using it
How big is the screen?
Not confirmed for the Galaxy Z Fold9. For comparison, the current Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: the screen measures 7.6 inches. It is 5.5 inches folded shut.
How much storage does it have?
Not confirmed for the Galaxy Z Fold9. For comparison, the current Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: it comes with 256GB to 1TB of storage. There are 3 sizes: 256GB, 512GB and 1TB.
Does it have a 120Hz screen?
Reported for the Galaxy Z Fold9, not confirmed: The inner screen runs 8.0 inches and the cover screen 6.5 inches, both at up to 120Hz. For comparison, the current Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: yes, the screen runs at 120Hz.
How heavy is it?
Not confirmed for the Galaxy Z Fold9. For comparison, the current Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: it weighs 201g.
How good is the camera?
Reported for the Galaxy Z Fold9, not confirmed: Both rear cameras are 50MP, the main one and the ultrawide. For comparison, the current Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: it shoots on a 50MP main camera, one of 2 rear cameras. The front camera is 10MP.
What video can it shoot?
Not confirmed for the Galaxy Z Fold9. For comparison, the current Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: it shoots 8K at 30fps. That is its highest setting.
What colours does it come in?
Not confirmed for the Galaxy Z Fold9. For comparison, the current Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: it comes in 4 finishes. Cream, Graphite, Lavender, Pistachio.
How sharp and bright is the screen?
Not confirmed for the Galaxy Z Fold9. For comparison, the current Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: it packs 403 pixels into every inch.
How thick is it?
Reported for the Galaxy Z Fold9, not confirmed: The body weighs about 201g and measures 4.5mm thick when open. For comparison, the current Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: it is 4.5mm thick. It is 9.7mm folded shut.
What chip is inside?
Reported for the Galaxy Z Fold9, not confirmed: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 is expected inside. For comparison, the current Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: it runs on Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy.
How much memory does it have?
Not confirmed for the Galaxy Z Fold9. For comparison, the current Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: it has 12GB to 16GB of RAM. It varies by model.
What software does it run?
Not confirmed for the Galaxy Z Fold9. For comparison, the current Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: it runs Android 17 with One UI 9.
What is it made of?
Reported for the Galaxy Z Fold9, not confirmed: Titanium replaces the display substrate to flatten the crease. For comparison, the current Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: it is made of Armor Aluminum frame; Gorilla Glass Ceramic 3 cover; Gorilla Glass Victus 2 rear.
Does it fold?
Reported for the Galaxy Z Fold9, not confirmed: Titanium replaces the display substrate to flatten the crease. For comparison, the current Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: yes, it opens like a book. Opens out into a tablet-sized screen.
Sizing and fit
What sizes does it come in?
Not confirmed for the Galaxy Z Fold9. For comparison, the current Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: storage: 256GB, 512GB or 1TB.
Battery and charging
How long does the battery last?
Not confirmed for the Galaxy Z Fold9. For comparison, the current Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: it runs 26 hours playing video.
How fast does it charge?
Not confirmed for the Galaxy Z Fold9. For comparison, the current Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: it charges in 30 minutes, to 63%. That is wired, with a fast charger.
How big is the battery?
Reported for the Galaxy Z Fold9, not confirmed: Battery holds 4,800mAh and charges at 45W. For comparison, the current Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: the battery is 4800 mAh.
Water
Can it get wet (shower, pool, swimming)?
Not confirmed for the Galaxy Z Fold9. For comparison, the current Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: yes, it survives a shower and a soaking. Its rating is IP48. Immersion beyond a metre is officially stated. Swimming laps and diving need a different rating, and it does not carry one.
Price and models
When will the Galaxy Z Fold9 come out?
Expected 2027. It has not been announced. Basis: reported.
What colors does it come in?
Not confirmed for the Galaxy Z Fold9. For comparison, the current Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: cream, Graphite, Lavender, Pistachio.
Samsung plans 1.14 million Galaxy Z8 foldables through November
Samsung plans to build about 1.14 million Galaxy Z8 foldables in October and November, down from 2.14 million in August and September. The Flip 8 is the one model getting a bigger run.
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