Galaxy Z Fold9+ or Fold9 FE? Samsung’s Next Wide Foldable

Samsung’s wide foldable, the Galaxy Z Fold8 has been a pleasant surprise since it launched in July. According to a Korean tipster who cites sources at Samsung’s display suppliers, sales have beaten the company’s own expectations. That early success has Samsung thinking about widening its wide foldable lineup next year, with two new models reportedly under evaluation and a final call expected soon.

Key Highlights

• The Galaxy Z Fold8 has sold better than Samsung initially expected since its July launch
• Samsung is weighing two new wide foldable options for next year, but only one will make it to market
• The candidates are the Galaxy Z Fold9+, with a larger display, and the Galaxy Z Fold9 FE
• The Fold8 has a 7.6-inch inner screen, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, and up to 16GB of RAM

Galaxy Z Fold8 Sales and Expansion Plans

• The Fold8 has outperformed Samsung’s expectations, and although no official sales numbers have been shared, industry sources point to strong demand.
• Samsung is reportedly testing two options for its next wide foldable: the Galaxy Z Fold9+ with a larger display, or the Galaxy Z Fold9 FE with the same screen size but lower specs. Only one will launch, and a decision is expected soon.
• Growing the wide foldable lineup fits the momentum the Fold8 and Fold8 Ultra have been enjoying.

Galaxy Z Fold8 Specifications

Future Outlook for Samsung Foldables

Samsung hasn’t broken out sales for the Fold8 and Fold8 Ultra individually, though it did share combined figures for both models last year. With the Fold8 Ultra now on shelves, the push for another wide foldable looks like a response to growing interest in this category.

The final specs and features of the next wide foldable are still up in the air. Samsung is expected to announce which model it’s going with before long, as it keeps building out its presence in the foldable market.