Launch report · Samsung

Galaxy Z Fold8 Special Edition: Korea-exclusive thin Fold8.

SpecEagle Editorial·Q4 2026·$2200·Score 90/100

Z Fold8 Special expands inner display to 8.2" and adds 5x periscope — Samsung's 2026 Korea-exclusive halo fold.

Key specs at launch

Display

8.2" inner / 6.7" outer LTPO

Chipset

Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5

RAM

16 GB

Battery

4,800 mAh

What stands out

200 MP + 5x periscope.
8.2" larger inner display.
Titanium frame.
7 OS updates.

What to watch

$2,200 Korea-exclusive.
230 g.
No S Pen.
Limited global access.

The phone it has to beat

iPhone 19 Pro Max

$1199 · score 95/100