Motorola Defy 2 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Motorola Defy 2 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 930, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 65/100 vs 27/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Defy 2 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is noticeably lighter (215g vs 268g).
Motorola Defy 2
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 0/100)
- Faster charging: 45W vs 15W
- Lighter: 215g vs 268g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (45/100 vs 28/100)
- Longer battery life (40/100 vs 36/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (31/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Motorola Defy 2 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 38 points higher (65/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (45/100 vs 28/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Defy 2 leads (55/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (45/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Motorola Defy 2 are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (31/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Defy 2 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (55/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Motorola Defy 2 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 930 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2408 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 171.0×80.0×11.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 268 g | 215 g | |
| Price | — | $1999 |
Motorola Defy 2
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Motorola Defy 2
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Defy 2
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Motorola Defy 2
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (92/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (45/100 vs 28/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Motorola Defy 2 are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (31/100 vs 0/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Defy 2 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (55/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Motorola Defy 2 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 by 38 points (65/100 vs 27/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Defy 2 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Motorola Defy 2 has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Defy 2 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (45/100 vs 28/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Defy 2 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Defy 2 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Motorola Defy 2 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.