Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 Review: Slimmer Clamshell Arrives at $100 Higher Price
The Galaxy Z Flip8, Samsung's latest clamshell model, is now 0.55 mm thinner and 8 grams lighter than the previous version, making it the lightest flip phone available. It boasts a newly designed hinge that minimizes crease visibility and enhances durability, although opening it with one hand can be challenging. This device has an IP48 rating and is available in pink, graphite, cream, and mint colors. It retains a physical SIM slot and features a fingerprint sensor integrated into the power button. With a 4.1-inch AMOLED cover display and a 6.9-inch main AMOLED screen, it runs on Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, equipped with 12 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage. Battery performance is average, powered by a 4,300-mAh battery. The 50-megapixel main camera delivers impressive results, complemented by new AI enhancements. Competing primarily with Motorola's Razr line, which is priced between $800 and $1,500, Samsung promises seven years of software updates, potentially lasting until 2033.
Key facts
- The Galaxy Z Flip8 is 0.55 millimeters thinner and 8 grams lighter than the Z Flip7
- It costs $100 more than its predecessor
- It runs Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy with 12 GB RAM and 256 GB storage
- The 4,300-mAh battery charges at 25 watts wired and 15 watts wireless
- It carries an IP48 rating and is sold in pink, graphite, cream, and mint
- The 6.9-inch main AMOLED display has a 1–120 Hz variable refresh rate and 2,600 nits peak brightness
- Motorola's Razr Ultra costs $1,500, while the base Razr is $800
- Samsung offers seven years of platform and security updates, potentially through 2033
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