Best Foldable Phones in the UAE (2026)
Foldable phones have split into two clear shapes: compact flip phones that fold small for your pocket, and book-style folds that open into a tablet-sized screen. In the UAE in 2026 the choice spans Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip and Z Fold families, Motorola's Razr, Honor's Magic V5 and even Huawei's tri-folding Mate XT. This guide matches each foldable to the right buyer and budget. Every phone below is listed at Amanoon with local UAE warranty and current pricing.
Our picks
Motorola Razr 60 Ultra — best value flip
The Razr 60 Ultra opens to a 7-inch pOLED screen and pairs 16GB RAM with 512GB storage for AED 2799, the lowest price here. A large cover display lets you do plenty without flipping it open.
Best for A stylish flip phone on a budget
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 — best compact all-rounder
The Galaxy Z Flip 7 folds a 6.9-inch display into a pocketable square, with 12GB RAM, 256GB storage and Galaxy AI, for AED 3139. Its big cover screen handles replies, maps and selfies without opening.
Best for Pocketable size with flagship features
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 — best book-style fold
The Galaxy Z Fold 7 unfolds to an 8-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X screen with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage, at AED 5299. A 200MP camera and slimmer hinge make it the most polished large fold here.
Best for A phone that becomes a tablet
Honor Magic V5 — slimmest big fold
The Honor Magic V5 opens to a 7.95-inch OLED screen and packs 16GB RAM with 512GB storage for AED 5450. Its ultra-thin fold and large storage make it a strong rival to Samsung's Fold.
Best for Maximum storage in a thin fold
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 — the latest flagship fold
The Galaxy Z Fold 8 refines the book fold with a 7.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display, 12GB RAM and 256GB storage, for AED 7199. It is the pick for buyers who want Samsung's newest folding hardware.
Best for Latest-generation folding flagship
Huawei Mate XT — the tri-fold showpiece
The Huawei Mate XT folds in three to reveal a 10.2-inch OLED display, with 16GB RAM and 512GB storage, at AED 8298. It is the most ambitious foldable here and a true tablet replacement.
Best for The largest folding screen available
Compare the specs
| Product | Price (AED) | CPU | RAM | Storage | Screen | OS | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Motorola Razr 60 Ultra 5G Foldable Smartphone, 7.0-inch pOLED 165Hz Display, 50MP Dual Camera, moto AI, 4-inch Cover Display, 16GB RAM, 512GB Storage, Dual SIM, Middle East Version, PANTONE Scarab | Razr 60 Ultra | 2799.00 | Qualcomm Snapdragon | 16GB | — | 7 in | Android | coming soon |
| Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 5G Foldable Smartphone, 6.9-inch FlexWindow AMOLED 120Hz Display, 50MP FlexCam Dual Camera, Galaxy AI, 4.1-inch Cover Display, 12GB RAM, 256GB Storage, Dual SIM, Middle East Version, Jet Black | Galaxy Z Flip 7 | 3139.00 | — | 12GB | — | 6.9 in | Android | coming soon |
| Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 5G Flip Smartphone, Dual SIM, Middle East Version | 4699.00 | Octa-Core, 3.8GHz + 3.26GHz + 2.76GHz | 12GB | 256GB | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz | Android (One UI) | coming soon |
| Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 5G Foldable Smartphone, 8.0-inch Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X 120Hz Display, 200MP Triple Camera, Galaxy AI, Armor FlexHinge, 12GB RAM, 256GB Storage, Dual SIM, Middle East Version, Blue Shadow | Galaxy Z Fold 7 | 5299.00 | — | 12GB | — | 8 in | Android | coming soon |
| Honor Magic V5 5G Foldable Smartphone, 7.95-inch Foldable OLED 120Hz Display, 50MP AI Falcon Triple Camera, Ultra-thin Fold, Honor AI, 16GB RAM, 512GB Storage, Dual SIM, Middle East Version, Dawn Gold | Magic V5 | 5450.00 | Qualcomm Snapdragon | 16GB | — | 7.95 in | Android | coming soon |
| Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 5G Foldable Smartphone, Dual SIM, Middle East Version | 7199.00 | Octa-Core, 4.74GHz + 3.6GHz | 12GB | 256GB | 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz | Android (One UI) | coming soon |
| Huawei Mate XT Ultimate Design 5G Foldable Smartphone, 10.2-inch Tri-Fold OLED Display, 50MP XMAGE Triple Camera, Triple-Fold Ultimate Design, 16GB RAM, 512GB Storage, Dual SIM, Middle East Version, Black | Mate XT Ultimate Design | 8298.00 | — | 16GB | — | 10.2 in | HarmonyOS | coming soon |
Buying advice
- Decide on shape first: flip phones like the Razr and Z Flip fold small for pockets, while book folds open into a tablet-sized screen for multitasking.
- Book folds carry more RAM and storage; the Honor Magic V5 and Huawei Mate XT both offer 16GB RAM and 512GB for heavy multitasking.
- Check the cover display size on flips; the Galaxy Z Flip 7's large outer screen handles messages and navigation without opening the phone.
- Foldable screens have a visible crease and need more care than slab phones, so budget for a case and handle the hinge gently.
- Huawei's Mate XT runs HarmonyOS rather than Android, so confirm your must-have apps are available before choosing it.
Verdict
If you want a foldable without overspending, the Motorola Razr 60 Ultra at AED 2799 is the value flip, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 is the better-rounded compact choice. For a phone that turns into a tablet, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 is the most polished pick, with the newer Z Fold 8 for those wanting the latest hardware. The Honor Magic V5 counters with more storage, and the tri-folding Huawei Mate XT is the statement device for buyers who want the biggest screen.