The Fold8 Ultra is the direct successor of the Fold7 in format. Both have an 8-inch inner display and a 200 MP camera. The price gap is big.
Short answer
Fold8 Ultra - a new chip, a 5000 mAh battery, 45 W, a 50 MP telephoto, a higher-resolution display. Fold7 - the same weight and format for noticeably less.
Key differences
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Fold7 | Samsung Galaxy Fold8 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 |
| Display | 8", Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 1968×2184, 120 Hz | 8", Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 2256×2504, 120 Hz |
| RAM / storage | 12/256 GB, 12/512 GB | 12/256 GB, 12/512 GB |
| Rear cameras | 200 MP + 12 MP + 10 MP | 200 MP + 50 MP + 10 MP |
| Front | 10 MP | 10 MP |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 25 W / 15 W wireless | 45 W / 20 W wireless |
| Protection | IP48 | — |
| Thickness / weight | 4.2 mm / 215 g | 4.1 mm / 215 g |
| Price | current prices | current prices |
Specs come from the device pages on Smartphone.ua.
Battery and charging
5000 vs 4400 mAh and 45 vs 25 W.
Cameras
Both have a 200 MP main camera. On the Ultra the second module is 50 MP instead of 12 MP.
Chips
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite and Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5.
Verdict: who should buy which
- The best foldable - Fold8 Ultra.
- Savings - Fold7.
FAQ
Is the weight the same?
Yes, 215 g.
What battery does the Fold8 Ultra have?
5000 mAh.
How much does the Fold7 cost?
See current prices on the device page.