The best Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 preorder deals — the future of flip phones has arrived

Hands-on with the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8's camera
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It's official: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 has arrived, and it doesn't disappoint. One problem, however, is that the innovative foldable now boasts a starting price of $1,199.99 for the 256GB configuration, which is $100 more expensive than its predecessor.

Fortunately, I'm already hard at work tracking down the best Galaxy Z Flip 8 preorder deals so you don't have to go searching. We haven't seen too many offers just yet, but you can already make this premium flip phone considerably cheaper if you play your cards right. Keep reading for my recommendations, and don't forget to check back later to see what's new: I'll keep adding new offers to this list as I find them.

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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 deals

T-Mobile: Get the Z Flip 8 for just $100 with eligible unlimited plan

T-Mobile: Get the Z Flip 8 for just $100 with eligible unlimited plan

You read that right. Add a line with an eligible unlimited plan and T-Mobile will give you the new Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 for just 100 bucks, no trade-in required!

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AT&T: just 5.56/month with eligible trade-in, new line

AT&T: just 5.56/month with eligible trade-in, new line

Add a line with an eligible data plan and send in an old or broken device and AT&T will give you up to $1,000 off the new Galaxy Z Flip 8.

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Samsung: up to $600 off the Galaxy Z Flip 8 with trade-in | $150 off

Samsung: up to $600 off the Galaxy Z Flip 8 with trade-in | $150 off

Trade in an old or broken device and Samsung will give you up to $600 off your Z Flip 8 preorder. Alternatively, you could skip the trade-in process altogether and secure yourself a $150 discount.

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Amazon: FREE $200 gift card with preorder

Amazon: FREE $200 gift card with preorder

Order the Z Flip 8 unlocked from Amazon and you'll get a free $200 gift card, no trade-in required!

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Best Buy: FREE $200 gift card with preorder

Best Buy: FREE $200 gift card with preorder

Just like Amazon, Best Buy will give you a free $200 gift card when you preorder the unlocked Galaxy Z Flip 8 on its site.

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FAQ

Hands-on with the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8

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When does the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 come out?

Alongside the book-style Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 is scheduled for release on August 7th. This gives you just a few weeks to take advantage of the preorder offers detailed above.

How much does the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 cost?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 will start at $1,199.99 / €1,299.00 / £1,149.00 for the 256GB configuration of the phone. That's $100 more expensive than last year's Galaxy Z Flip 7, which was already more expensive than its predecessor. This price increase is even further proof that no one is exempt from the ongoing RAM crisis, which is why finding good deals is so important nowadays.

I already own the Galaxy Z Flip 7. Is it worth upgrading?

The Galaxy Z Flip 8 and last year's Galaxy Z Flip 7 share a lot of similarities on the design and hardware side, especially at first glance. Both flip phones come with 12GB of RAM and a 4,300mAh battery, and they feature virtually identical camera systems and displays, although the Z Flip 8 does clock in at 8 grams lighter than its predecessor. The Z Flip 8 also uses the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, which is a bit more powerful than the last generation's Exynos chip.

Do these minor upgrades justify the $100 price increase? It's a tough call, but if you're already happy with your Galaxy Z Flip 7, I see no reason to rush to the store to grab the new phone. On the other hand, if you're a flip phone fanatic, the Z Flip 8 offers one of the best experiences around.

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Patrick Farmer
eCommerce Editor

After almost a decade of working in the e-commerce space, Patrick Farmer (he/him) began his career at Android Central as a Deals and Commerce Writer before moving into a new role as AC's eCommerce Editor in 2023. When he's not hunting down the best deals and offering shopping advice for our readers, you'll often find him listening to music, camping out at a brewery, or treating his cat like a human child. 

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