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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 review
Samsung's 2026 flip phone with a 6.9-inch main screen, a 4.1-inch FlexWindow cover screen, an Exynos 2600 chip and a 180 g build.
By the HearSmart research desk · Updated November 12, 2026
- Performance (40%)
- 8.3
- Ease of use (25%)
- 9.0
- Value (35%)
- 8.6
The Galaxy Z Flip8 is the most pocketable phone on this list. Samsung lists it at 180 g and 13.1 mm thick when folded, and it opens to a 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X screen at 1 to 120 Hz. The 4.1-inch FlexWindow on the outside runs apps, shows Now Brief summaries and gives access to Gemini through the side key or by voice, so many quick tasks never require opening the phone. Inside is Samsung's Exynos 2600 with 12 GB of RAM and either 256 GB or 512 GB of storage. The rear pairs a 50 MP wide camera with a 12 MP ultra-wide. Battery and charging are the weak spots: the 4,300 mAh typical battery and 25W wired charging both trail Motorola's flips. At $1,199.99 it costs $100 more than the razr+ 2026, but it brings Samsung's update program and Galaxy Watch integration, which matter if you already own Samsung gear.
Who it is for
Samsung and Galaxy Watch owners who want a compact flip
Price
From $1,199.99 before trade-in at Samsung's US store when checked.
From $1,199.99 or $50.00/mo before trade-in
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 12, 2026.
Key features
- 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X main screen and 4.1-inch Super AMOLED FlexWindow
- 180 g, 13.1 mm folded and 6.1 mm unfolded
- Exynos 2600 with 12 GB of RAM
- 50 MP wide and 12 MP ultra-wide rear cameras
- 4,300 mAh typical battery, 25W wired and 15W wireless charging
Strengths and weaknesses
- Strength: Lightest phone on this list at 180 g
- Strength: 12 GB of RAM on both storage sizes
- Strength: Gemini on the FlexWindow through the side key or voice
- Weakness: 25W wired charging is the slowest here
- Weakness: 4,300 mAh battery is smaller than every Motorola flip on this list
- Weakness: IP48 means limited dust protection
Key facts
- Price: From $1,199.99
- Screens: 6.9-inch main, 4.1-inch cover
- Processor: Exynos 2600
- Weight: 180 g
- Battery: 4,300 mAh typical
- Water and dust: IP48
Where it ranks
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is No. 5 in our Best Foldable Phones verdict.
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