Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 review: More expensive, barely different
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 launches with a $100 price increase, bringing its base price to $1,199. It offers notable performance upgrades thanks to the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor and a brighter display, along with added video stabilization. However, the design, camera hardware, and battery life remain largely unchanged, making the upgrade less compelling for many users.
- ▪The Z Flip 8’s price rises to $1,199 for the 256 GB model, a $100 increase over the previous generation.
- ▪Performance improves with the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset and a peak brightness of 2,150 nits.
- ▪A new horizon lock feature adds video stabilization for better vlogging.
- ▪Design, camera specifications, and battery capacity see only minor or no changes compared to the Z Flip 7.
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Tom's Guide Verdict With a $100 price increase, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 makes for a tough sell considering how it feels merely iterative. While it makes substantial gains with its processing performance and a brighter screen, it doesn't carry enough improvements and AI features to warrant an upgrade — or a higher price. $1,199.99 at T-Mobile $1,199.99 at Amazon(256GB) $1,199.99 at Samsung(256GB) $1,199.99 at AT&T Pros +Way more powerful processing performance +Easy to view display while outdoors +Horizon Lock makes videos steady +Pocketable form factor Cons -$100 price increase -Minor battery life improvement -Design is starting to look boring -Mostly unchanged camera performance Best picks for you Best Samsung phones in 2026 Best foldable phones of 2026 Best phones 2026 tested — our…
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