Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Extreme, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $590 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads — 80/100 vs 73/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,382,020 vs 2,366,913).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
What makes Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ better?
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $590 vs $1999
- Better camera (81/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (76/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (93/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3382020 vs 2366913
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 6405
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 78/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ scores 7 points higher (80/100 vs 73/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (96/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads (81/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads (76/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ — 76/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 54/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ (96/100 vs 78/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is a bit better (93/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (81/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (76/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Extreme | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2366913 | 3382020 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 1828x2448 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 / One UI 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | — | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | |
| Weight | — | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $590 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ by 30.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1409. Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ was $1409 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ (96/100 vs 78/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is a bit better (93/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (81/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (76/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads on camera score (81/100 vs 50/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (96/100 vs 78/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.