Motorola Moto G Play (2026) vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8

The Motorola Moto G Play (2026) (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600; estimated prices are $166 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads — 57/100 vs 29/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 32 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 524,785); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 202g).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) by 28 points (57/100 vs 29/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G Play (2026)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 12
Battery 42
Design 47
Value for money 98
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
Performance 77
Display 100
Camera 30
Battery 23
Design 75
Value for money 34
What makes Motorola Moto G Play (2026) better?
  • Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4300 mAh
  • Cheaper: $166 vs $1099

  • Longer battery life (42/100 vs 23/100)
  • Better value for money (98/100 vs 34/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 524785
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3271 vs 771
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11051 vs 1980
  • Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 32MP
  • Lighter: 180g vs 202g

  • Higher performance (77/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (30/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 scores 28 points higher (57/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (77/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (30/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) leads (42/100 vs 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) leads (98/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) (77/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) (30/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (42/100 vs 23/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) (75/100 vs 47/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (98/100 vs 34/100).

Motorola Moto G Play (2026): The Motorola Moto G Play (2026) is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8: The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Moto G Play (2026) Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 6300 Exynos 2600
AnTuTu 524785 3161830
Geekbench Single 771 3271
Geekbench Multi 1980 11051
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 720x1604 1080x2520
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5200 mAh 4300 mAh
Charging 18W 25W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
Main camera 32 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 12 MP
Front camera 8 MP 10 MP
RAM 4GB 12GB
Storage 64GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16 Android 16 / One UI 8.5
Brightness (peak) 1000 nits 2600 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP48
Dimensions 167.2×76.4×8.5 mm
Weight 202 g 180 g
Price $166 $1099
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G Play (2026)
  • Main: 32MP f/f/2.2
  • Front: 8MP
12
camera
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
30
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G Play (2026)
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1604
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
  • 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 1080x2520
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G Play (2026)
  • 5200 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
  • 4300 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
23
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Motorola Moto G Play (2026) and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Motorola Moto G Play (2026) MediaTek Dimensity 6300
29/100
524785 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 Exynos 2600
57/100 +83.4%
3161830 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Motorola Moto G Play (2026) by 83.4% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Moto G Play (2026)
$166
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
$1099

Price difference: $933. Motorola Moto G Play (2026) is cheaper by $933.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) (77/100 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 Flip8 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) (30/100 vs 12/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (42/100 vs 23/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) (75/100 vs 47/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (98/100 vs 34/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) by 28 points (57/100 vs 29/100).

What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Motorola Moto G Play (2026) has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 57/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on camera score (30/100 vs 12/100).

Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (77/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) over the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Motorola Moto G Play (2026) is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for active users.