Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $316 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 65/100 vs 38/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably lighter (170g vs 215g).
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 68W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 170g vs 215g
- Cheaper: $316 vs $1999
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 40/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 31/100)
- Better value for money (88/100 vs 0/100)
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (45/100 vs 44/100)
Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 27 points higher (65/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (88/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (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 and the Motorola Edge 40 Neo are nearly equal (45/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (48/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (87/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (88/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Motorola Edge 40 Neo | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7030 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.5" P-OLED | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 103 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 170 g | 215 g | |
| Price | $316 | $1999 |
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 6.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Price difference: $1683. Motorola Edge 40 Neo is cheaper by $1683.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (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 and the Motorola Edge 40 Neo are nearly equal (45/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (48/100 vs 40/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (87/100 vs 31/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (88/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo by 27 points (65/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 65/100.
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 Neo over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.