The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, launched on July 22, marks Samsung's first Ultra model in the foldable lineup. Despite its premium branding, the device omits several key features already present on the Galaxy S26 Ultra, raising questions among enthusiasts. Here is a detailed breakdown of the missing specs.
Privacy Display missing on the foldable Ultra
One of the most surprising omissions is the Privacy Display, introduced with the Galaxy S26 Ultra. This technology narrows the viewing angle, preventing bystanders from reading on-screen content. Many expected Samsung to bring this feature to its flagship foldable, but it did not. The absence is particularly noticeable for a device aimed at productivity and on-the-go privacy.
Rear camera stuck at triple sensors
Despite the Ultra name, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra retains a triple rear camera setup, like previous Fold models. The Galaxy S26 Ultra offers a quad-camera system with a 50MP 5x optical zoom sensor, which is missing here. While the 200MP main and 50MP ultrawide are shared, the lack of an additional telephoto lens limits zoom capabilities. For those seeking the best photography, the comparison with pre-order numbers of the standard Fold 8 shows that users preferred the base model despite the differences.
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Inferior selfie camera and slower charging
The selfie camera also disappoints: the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra uses a 10MP sensor on both outer and inner displays, while the Galaxy S26 Ultra moved to a 12MP unit for brighter, more detailed selfies. Charging is another weak point: the foldable supports 45W wired and 20W wireless, versus 60W and 25W on the S26 Ultra. For an Ultra device, many expected Samsung's fastest charging technology.
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No S Pen support: goodbye stylus
The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra does not support the S Pen, continuing the decision made with the Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition and standardized with the Galaxy Z Fold 7. Although the stylus was never stored inside the phone, users upgrading from a Fold 6 or earlier will have to give it up. Despite these omissions, it remains the best book-style foldable on the market, with an excellent balance of design, features, and durability, as confirmed by industry sources such as Samsung official.
Source: https://www.sammobile.com/news/ultra-specs-missing-on-galaxy-z-fold-8-ultra
