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The Galaxy Fold8 Wide weight of 201g makes it the lightest Galaxy Z Fold ever. But it is thicker than the Ultra. Lighter but thicker, so what do you actually notice?
First, the Galaxy Fold8 Wide weight. The table makes it clear. The Fold8 Wide is 201g, the Ultra 215g, and the Galaxy S26 Ultra, a bar-type phone, 214g. A foldable that weighs less than the top bar-type phone is a first for the Galaxy Fold line.
But thickness goes the other way. Folded, the Wide is 9.7mm and the Ultra 8.9mm. The S26 Ultra is 7.9mm. Open, the Wide is 4.5mm and the Ultra 4.1mm. Folded or open, the Wide is thicker than the Ultra.
So can you notice a difference of 0.8mm? Personally, thickness matters to me, but I do not think 0.8mm is a difference you will notice much. The 14 grams you save are the advantage you notice more. For more on the Galaxy Fold8 Wide, watch the full videos.
Galaxy Fold8 Wide weight Key numbers
- Weight: Fold8 Wide 201g / Ultra 215g / S26 Ultra 214g
- Folded thickness: 9.7mm / 8.9mm / 7.9mm (single body)
- Unfolded thickness: Fold8 Wide 4.5mm / Ultra 4.1mm
💡 FAQ
Q1. Is the Fold8 Wide the lightest Fold ever?
Yes. Per Samsung’s official materials it weighs 201g, the lightest Galaxy Z Fold ever built. A foldable weighing less than the flagship bar-type phone, the Galaxy S26 Ultra at 214g, is a first for this lineage.
Q2. How much thicker is it than the Ultra?
Folded, the Fold8 Wide is 9.7mm and the Ultra 8.9mm, so it is 0.8mm thicker. Unfolded, it is 4.5mm against 4.1mm. Folded or unfolded, it’s thicker than the Ultra.
Q3. Is it comfortable to hold in one hand?
Opinions on how it feels in the hand are split, and some outlets said the folded width is simply too much. If you have smaller hands, hold one in a store before committing.
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