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Galaxy Z Fold 8 Hands-On Review

After roughly six days of use, reviewer Guerz of EvoSmart shares his real-world impressions of the Galaxy Z Fold 8, focusing on daily use rather than a full specification-by-specification review.

The phone’s unusual wider-and-shorter shape makes it comfortable to use as a regular phone. Guerz says he used it closed most of the time and found its weight of about 201 g manageable while travelling and running.

What the Reviewer Liked

• Form factor and portability: The cover screen works well for everyday tasks, while unfolding provides a larger workspace. Guerz says the design feels distinct from competing foldables, even when their overall formats look similar.
• Displays: Both screens have a 120 Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 3,000 nits. The outer display measures 5.5 inches, and the inner display measures 7.6 inches. Guerz praises the panels and says the cover display was a major reason he decided to keep the phone.
• Hinge: Opening and closing the phone feels smooth, and Guerz considers the hinge competitive with those on models from Vivo, Oppo, and Honor. He notes that the phone can feel a little thick and that some dust may get in around the hinge.
• Productivity: The larger screen is useful for watching video, writing, and editing Word and Excel files. Guerz also praises Samsung’s One UI features.
• Cameras for general use: The phone takes good photos for most people. Guerz highlights a successful 4×-zoom shot but emphasizes that the Fold 8 is not a camera-focused phone.

Drawbacks and Limitations

• Camera versatility: The camera setup lacks the longer optical zoom options and flexibility of flagship camera phones. Guerz considers the Fold 8 less suitable as a single device for photography-heavy trips.
• SIM support: The phone has one physical nano-SIM slot; a second line requires eSIM. It does not support two physical nano-SIMs.
• Outer-screen borders and scratching: Guerz dislikes the black borders around the cover display and says the glass can scratch easily. He uses a screen protector, though a tempered-glass protector may leave a noticeable edge. He mentions Samsung and hydrogel films as alternatives.
• No built-in magnetic accessory system: Guerz would have liked MagSafe-style magnets built into the phone. Compatible cases are available but add bulk. He praises Samsung’s carbon-and-Kevlar case while calling it expensive, at about €104.
• Flex mode: The standard Fold 8 lacks Flex mode, which splits the screen between content and controls when the phone is partly folded. Guerz says this feature is available on the Fold 8 Ultra and attributes its omission to the standard model not holding securely at as many folding angles. DeX is present.
• App optimization: Guerz’s main software complaint concerns third-party app support on foldables. He reports freezes with Telegram when opening the phone and awkward formatting in Instagram Stories, while noting that app updates may address these issues. He distinguishes these problems from One UI itself.

Comparisons, Price, and Verdict

Guerz argues that foldables with similar designs can still differ in handling and overall experience. He describes the Fold 8 as a fully usable option in Italy compared with some China-focused alternatives, and briefly compares its portability and camera trade-offs with conventional flagship phones.

The €2,099 list price is very high, he says, but discounts and trade-in offers can bring the cost down substantially. As an example, he cites a buyer paying roughly €1,049 after discounts and a trade-in.

After a week, Guerz says he is strongly inclined to keep using the Fold 8 rather than return to a conventional large phone.

Review and Related Content

• Hands-on review: The main video covers real-world use, portability, displays, the hinge, software, cameras, and drawbacks.
• Camera examples: Guerz shows photos taken during a trip to London, including night and indoor shots.
• Other users’ impressions: Colleagues generally like the phone’s comfort and distinctive format. One mentions needing a stand or case because the phone does not stay in their preferred Flex-mode position.
• Planned comparison: Guerz says he may make a separate, interface-focused comparison of several foldables. The video does not include a step-by-step tutorial.

Main speakers and sources: The primary reviewer is Guerz of EvoSmart. Colleagues identified in the subtitles as Ciso and Dario also share impressions, with brief comments from Emma.