Galaxy Z Fold8 Special Edition
Korea-exclusive thin Fold8.
The Galaxy Z Fold8 Special Edition is a flagship Samsung smartphone released Q4 2026, with a launch price of $2200. It pairs the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 with a 8.2" inner / 6.7" outer LTPO display, a capable main camera and a 4,800 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 90/100 — Z Fold8 Korea exclusive. Standout strengths: 200 mp + 5x periscope. and 8.2" larger inner display. Main trade-off: $2,200 korea-exclusive.
Z Fold8 Korea exclusive.
Z Fold8 Special expands inner display to 8.2" and adds 5x periscope — Samsung's 2026 Korea-exclusive halo fold.
Read the full review- 200 MP + 5x periscope.
- 8.2" larger inner display.
- Titanium frame.
- 7 OS updates.
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Galaxy Z Fold8 Special Edition compares
| Galaxy Z Fold8 Special Edition | iPhone 16 Pro | Galaxy S24 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 90 | 90 | 90 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Apple A18 Pro | SD 8 Gen 3 |
| Display | 8.2" inner / 6.7" outer LTPO | 6.3" LTPO OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED |
| Main camera | — | 48 MP · f/1.78 | 200 MP · f/1.7 |
| Battery | 4,800 mAh | 3,582 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Launch price | $2200 | $999 | $1,299 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Galaxy Z Fold8 Special Edition released?
The Galaxy Z Fold8 Special Edition was released in Q4 2026.
How much does the Galaxy Z Fold8 Special Edition cost?
The Galaxy Z Fold8 Special Edition launched at $2200 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Galaxy Z Fold8 Special Edition screen size and type?
The Galaxy Z Fold8 Special Edition has a 8.2" inner / 6.7" outer LTPO display.
What chipset does the Galaxy Z Fold8 Special Edition use?
The Galaxy Z Fold8 Special Edition is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Galaxy Z Fold8 Special Edition have?
The Galaxy Z Fold8 Special Edition ships with 16 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Galaxy Z Fold8 Special Edition battery capacity?
The Galaxy Z Fold8 Special Edition has a 4,800 mAh battery.
Does the Galaxy Z Fold8 Special Edition have wireless charging?
The Galaxy Z Fold8 Special Edition supports 15 W wireless charging.
Does the Galaxy Z Fold8 Special Edition have a telephoto zoom camera?
Yes — the Galaxy Z Fold8 Special Edition includes a dedicated telephoto camera: 50 MP 5x.
Does the Galaxy Z Fold8 Special Edition have 5G?
The Galaxy Z Fold8 Special Edition supports 5G (mmWave + Sub-6).
What colours does the Galaxy Z Fold8 Special Edition come in?
The Galaxy Z Fold8 Special Edition is available in 2 colours: Titanium Black, Titanium Silver.
Is the Galaxy Z Fold8 Special Edition worth buying?
Z Fold8 Special expands inner display to 8.2" and adds 5x periscope — Samsung's 2026 Korea-exclusive halo fold. SpecEagle gives the Galaxy Z Fold8 Special Edition an editorial score of 90/100.
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