Galaxy Z Fold 9 & Fold 9 UltraRelease Date & Leaks
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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.
Status
Rumored
When you can buy it
2027
How sure we are
72% within 2027
We checked 37 past forecasts of a window this size. This assumes it gets announced at all.
If the leak holds, Motorola's answer to the wide foldable is the smallest of the group. It is a leak of a device with a working name, not an announcement.
It opens into a tablet-sized screen and runs two apps at once.Our own judgement — no single source states this.
Work.
The large inner screen gives you room for documents and mail.Our own judgement — no single source states this.
Movies.
You watch video on a tablet-sized inner display.Our own judgement — no single source states this.
What will the Galaxy Z Fold9 have?
How big is the screen?Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the current model: the screen measures 7.6 inches. It is 5.5 inches folded shut.
Can it get wet (shower, pool, swimming)?Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the current model: yes, it survives a shower and a soaking. Its rating is IP48. The maker states immersion beyond a metre. Swimming laps and diving need a different rating, and it does not carry one.
How long does the battery last?Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the current model: it runs 26 hours playing video.
How much storage does it have?Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the current model: it comes with 256GB to 1TB of storage. There are 3 sizes: 256GB, 512GB and 1TB.
Does it have a 120Hz screen?Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the current model: yes, the screen runs at 120Hz.
How fast does it charge?Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the current model: it charges in 30 minutes, to 63%. That is wired, with a fast charger.
How heavy is it?Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the current model: it weighs 201g.
How good is the camera?Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the current model: it shoots on a 50MP main camera, one of 2 rear cameras. The front camera is 10MP.
What video can it shoot?Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the current model: it shoots 8K at 30fps. That is its highest setting.
How big is the battery?Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the current model: the battery is 4800 mAh.
What colours does it come in?Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the current model: it comes in 4 finishes. Cream, Graphite, Lavender, Pistachio.
How sharp and bright is the screen?Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the current model: it packs 403 pixels into every inch.
How thick is it?Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the current model: it is 4.5mm thick. It is 4.5mm folded shut.
What chip is inside?Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the current model: it runs on SNAPDRAGON 8 ELITE GEN 5 FOR GALAXY.
How much memory does it have?Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the current model: it has 12GB to 16GB of RAM. It varies by model.
What software does it run?Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the current model: it runs ANDROID 17 WITH ONE UI 9. It has ANDROID 17 WITH ONE UI 9 over the top.
What is it made of?Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the current model: it is made of ARMOR ALUMINUM FRAME; GORILLA GLASS CERAMIC 3 COVER; GORILLA GLASS VICTUS 2 REAR.
Does it fold?Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the current model: yes, it opens like a book. Opens out into a tablet-sized screen.
2027 is the reported year, and later reporting points to the second half. No month or precise launch date is established.
Should I wait for Fold9?
Not yet. The current Fold generation is too new and Fold9 is still too far out.
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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What you can buy today
Available nowSamsung Galaxy Z Flip8$1199.99Guide→News →
Available nowSamsung Galaxy Z Fold8$1899.99Guide→News →
Available nowSamsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra$2099.99Guide→News →
Available nowSamsung Galaxy S26$899.99Guide→News →
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.
80% track record
80% track record
Similar reports have held up 80% of the time in our historical data.
Based on how reporting on phones has held up, across 835 settled reports.
This does not mean this claim has a 80% chance of happening.
4 outlets
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.
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is reported as the direct Fold7 successor
SamMobile reported that Samsung planned both Galaxy Z Fold8 and Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra branding, with the Ultra positioned as the direct successor to the Galaxy Z Fold7.SamMobile · May 24, 2026
Jun 2, 2026 · First sign of it
The wider Galaxy Z Fold8 is reported at just 201g
Ice Universe leaks relayed by 9to5Google described the new wide Fold8 as a 201g device, unusually light for a book-style foldable. The same wave of reporting also pointed to a 4,800mAh battery and 45W charging.9to5Google · Jun 2, 2026
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.ETNews · Aug 17, 2026
May 29, 2026 · Filed with regulators
Safety Korea listings put Fold8 Ultra into a regulatory database
SammyGuru reported that Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and the companion Fold8 variant had appeared in South Korea’s Safety Korea certification database. The listings strengthened the case that the Ultra-branded device was a real shipping program rather than only a naming rumor.SammyGuru · May 29, 2026
Jun 30, 2026 · Design and hardware
A detailed leak adds 4,800mAh, 12GB RAM and 4.5mm thickness
Android Authority reported a more complete specification sheet for the wide Fold8, including Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy, a 4,800mAh battery, 12GB of RAM and a 4.5mm unfolded thickness. The report further distinguished this model from the Fold8 Ultra.Android Authority · Jun 30, 2026
Jul 15, 2026 · Price
WinFuture leak fills in displays, cameras and €1,999 starting price
9to5Google relayed WinFuture's full specification breakdown: a 5.5-inch outer display, 7.6-inch inner display, dual 50MP rear cameras, 4,800mAh battery, 45W charging and €1,999 starting price. The report closely matched the final hardware.9to5Google · Jul 15, 2026
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.WinFuture · Jul 15, 2026
Jul 20, 2026 · Supply chain
ETNews says Samsung is prioritizing the wide Fold8 in production
ETNews production figures relayed by 9to5Google put the wide Fold8 at 2.8 million units, ahead of the Fold8 Ultra and Flip8. The allocation suggested Samsung expected the new form factor to be the volume leader among its 2026 foldables.9to5Google · Jul 20, 2026
Jul 22, 2026 · Announced
Samsung officially unveils the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Samsung formally unveiled its 2026 Galaxy Z foldable lineup, including the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra. The announcement confirmed the product name and moved the Ultra from pre-launch reporting into an official Samsung product.Samsung Newsroom · Jul 22, 2026
Jul 22, 2026 · Announced
Samsung unveils the redesigned Galaxy Z Fold8
Samsung officially unveiled the Galaxy Z Fold8 as a new form factor within the eighth-generation Galaxy Z lineup. The company confirmed the 5.5-inch cover screen and 7.6-inch main display proportions in its launch materials.Samsung · Jul 22, 2026
Jul 31, 2026 · Design and hardware
Early testing finds the Fold8 Ultra crease dramatically reduced
A 9to5Google review found that the Flex Titanium-supported inner display substantially reduced the visible crease compared with earlier Samsung foldables. The finding supplied hands-on evidence for the crease-reduction story before retail availability.9to5Google · Jul 31, 2026
Jul 22, 2026 · Design and hardware
Launch coverage confirms 201g and the $1,899 U.S. starting price
Android Authority's launch-day report confirmed the wide, passport-style displays, 201g weight and U.S. starting price. The final launch specification aligned closely with the June and July leaks.Android Authority · Jul 22, 2026
Aug 7, 2026 · Went on sale
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra goes on sale
Samsung said the new Galaxy Z series was beginning its worldwide rollout and specified that Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra sales would begin August 7 in select markets. That establishes August 7 as the retail release date for the Fold8 Ultra.Samsung Newsroom · Aug 7, 2026
Aug 7, 2026 · Went on sale
Galaxy Z Fold8 reaches general availability
Samsung's U.S. newsroom said the Galaxy Z Fold8 would move from preorder to general availability on August 7. This matches the release date held in the brief.Samsung · Aug 7, 2026
Available nowSamsung Galaxy Z Flip8$1199.99Guide→News →
Available nowSamsung Galaxy Z Fold8$1899.99Guide→News →
Available nowSamsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra$2099.99Guide→News →
Available nowSamsung Galaxy S26$899.99Guide→News →
Frequently asked questions
Questions about Samsung Galaxy Z Fold9
Top questions
When could Fold9 launch?
2027 is the reported year, and later reporting points to the second half. No month or precise launch date is established.
Should I wait for Fold9?
Not yet. The current Fold generation is too new and Fold9 is still too far out.
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?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the current model: the screen measures 7.6 inches. It is 5.5 inches folded shut. Source: Samsung
How much storage does it have?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the current model: it comes with 256GB to 1TB of storage. There are 3 sizes: 256GB, 512GB and 1TB. Source: Samsung
Does it have a 120Hz screen?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the current model: yes, the screen runs at 120Hz. Source: Samsung
How heavy is it?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the current model: it weighs 201g. Source: Samsung
How good is the camera?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the current model: it shoots on a 50MP main camera, one of 2 rear cameras. The front camera is 10MP. Source: Samsung
What video can it shoot?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the current model: it shoots 8K at 30fps. That is its highest setting. Source: Samsung
What colours does it come in?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the current model: it comes in 4 finishes. Cream, Graphite, Lavender, Pistachio. Source: Samsung
How sharp and bright is the screen?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the current model: it packs 403 pixels into every inch. Source: Samsung
How thick is it?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the current model: it is 4.5mm thick. It is 4.5mm folded shut. Source: Samsung
What chip is inside?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the current model: it runs on SNAPDRAGON 8 ELITE GEN 5 FOR GALAXY. Source: Samsung
How much memory does it have?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the current model: it has 12GB to 16GB of RAM. It varies by model. Source: Samsung
What software does it run?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the current model: it runs ANDROID 17 WITH ONE UI 9. It has ANDROID 17 WITH ONE UI 9 over the top. Source: Samsung
What is it made of?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the current model: it is made of ARMOR ALUMINUM FRAME; GORILLA GLASS CERAMIC 3 COVER; GORILLA GLASS VICTUS 2 REAR. Source: Samsung
Does it fold?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the current model: yes, it opens like a book. Opens out into a tablet-sized screen. Source: Samsung
Sizing and fit
What sizes does it come in?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the current model: storage: 256GB, 512GB or 1TB. Source: Samsung
Battery and charging
How long does the battery last?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the current model: it runs 26 hours playing video. Source: Samsung
How fast does it charge?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the current model: it charges in 30 minutes, to 63%. That is wired, with a fast charger. Source: Samsung
How big is the battery?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the current model: the battery is 4800 mAh. Source: Samsung
Water
Can it get wet (shower, pool, swimming)?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the current model: yes, it survives a shower and a soaking. Its rating is IP48. The maker states immersion beyond a metre. Swimming laps and diving need a different rating, and it does not carry one. Source: Samsung
Price and models
When will the Galaxy Z Fold9 come out?
Expected 2027. It has not been announced. Basis: reported. Source: iDevice
What colors does it come in?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the current model: cream, Graphite, Lavender, Pistachio. Source: Samsung
If the leak holds, Motorola's answer to the wide foldable is the smallest of the group. It is a leak of a device with a working name, not an announcement.
