Samsung's Z Fold 8 Ultra just dropped $300, and the Z Fold 8 is on sale too

Published Sep 8, 2026, 12:18 PM EDT Timi is the news and deals reporter for Android Police, who has been reporting on technology since 2008. He has worked in tech retail and also the IT space, providing hardware and software support, which gives him a unique perspective on the tech that he covers. This allows him to effectively break down complex subjects into easy-to-read pieces that even casual readers can enjoy. Before joining Android Police, he was a news writer for XDA, where he eventually transitioned to covering deals. He also worked as an editor and reporter for Neowin, where he covered news and attended major tech events like CES. He also reviewed phones, tablets, PC products, and other devices. In addition, he also created video content for the Neowin YouTube channel. Sign in to your Android Police account The Z Fold 8 and Z Fold 8 Ultra hype has largely subsided by now, so you've probably had time to process the phones without all the extra noise. That's a good thing if you've been thinking about buying one, because the Z Fold 8 Ultra is $300 less, and the Z Fold 8 is now $250 off at Amazon. The good news is there are no contracts involved; these are prices for unlocked models. Good things come to those who wait Amazon offered some of the best promotions on these phones during their preorder phase, throwing in a free gift card with purchase. Now, you can just get that discount on the phone itself, which could be more appealing to some. The Z Fold 8 Ultra is being discounted by $300, no matter which model you pick, while the Z Fold 8 is now $250 less for any model. Naturally, these prices are still quite high when compared to standard phones, so you'll want to think about it before clicking the 'buy' button. You can always trade in an older phone for up to $600 back in credit and there's also financing available if you have an Amazon credit card. It's hard to see Samsung doing anymore than what it's already achieved with the Z Fold 8 and Z Fold 8 Ultra. These phones have been refined to near perfection. Sure, the phones could have better cameras, but we don't think you'll be disappointed by the results of the images and videos the Z Fold 8 and Z Fold 8 Ultra can produce. Plus, the devices will get seven years of software updates, so it will only continue to get better and better. So, what are you waiting for? Pick up these foldable phones with a substantial discount while you can. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 SoC Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy RAM 12GB / 16GB Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB Battery 4,800mAh Operating System Android 17 / One UI 9 Front camera 10MP main / 10MP cover The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 has a 4:3 aspect ratio open screen, making it great for video and reading books, and when closed the device is compact, with apps on the cover screen appearing normally. It joins Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, which has a more traditional tall-and-thin design. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra SoC Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy RAM 12GB / 16GB Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB Battery 5,000mAh Operating System Android 17 / One UI 9 Front camera 10MP main / 10MP cover The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra is a productivity-focused big-screen folding phone, with an emphasis on power and performance over the more media-focused Galaxy Z Fold 8. However, the specification is similar, with the camera and battery being the standout upgrades over the Z Fold 8.