Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Exact average 85.3 · 10 printed, 1 estimated · printed scores only: 86
Image: Samsung11 professional reviewers tested the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8, and 10 recommend it. Most praised: battery life and design. Most common complaint: price.
Reviewed by Android Central, Tech Advisor, TechRadar and 8 more
The catch: There is no telephoto camera, and the price is very high.
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What 11 critics said
Highest score first · all converted to 0–100- 90Android Central
A reviewer who usually prefers flip phones calls this a delightful middle ground between book-style and flip foldables.
Read Android Central review - 90Tech Advisor
An exciting, fun foldable with a great 4:3 inner screen and strong software and support.
Read Tech Advisor review - 90TechRadar
The reviewer finds the wide, compact foldable a strong and convincing step for the category, winning over people who were never interested in foldables.
Read TechRadar review - 90Trusted Reviews
A lighter, easier-to-handle book-style foldable that is the most fun and practical Samsung fold in years.
Read Trusted Reviews review - 89Engadget
The wider, squatter design is a big win, delivering great screens, performance and battery for gaming and video.
Read Engadget review - 86CNET
A compact, versatile foldable that suits scrolling and watching video, earning an Editors' Choice award.
Read CNET review - 80Digital Trends
A charming, pocketable foldable with bright screens, rich software and long support.
Read Digital Trends review - 80ZDNET
A pocketable, practical and fun foldable that the reviewer calls the best folding phone for reading and video, despite the high price and no telephoto camera.
Read ZDNET review - 80Expert Reviews
The new form factor is a delight, but the lack of a telephoto camera, wireless charging and better water resistance makes it hard to recommend at this price.
Read Expert Reviews review - 80The Verge
After a week the squat, wide design feels natural and the reviewer says it is the Samsung foldable he would buy.
Read The Verge review - 83est.CNN Underscored
Named the best foldable tested, thanks to a compact passport-like shape, fast performance and strong battery.
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Common questions
Is the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 worth it?
Most critics think so: 10 of 11 recommend it. There is no telephoto camera, and the price is very high.
Do critics agree about the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8?
Critics agree: scores range from 80 (Digital Trends) to 90 (Android Central), a spread of 10 points across 11 reviews. Reviewers broadly agree.
What do critics dislike about the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8?
Price (5 of 11 reviews), Battery life (2 of 11 reviews).
What is the best alternative to the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8?
The Oppo Find X9 Ultra (critic score 94), best overall.