Motorola Moto G Play (2026) vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Motorola Moto G Play (2026) (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $166 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 65/100 vs 29/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 32 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 524,785).
Motorola Moto G Play (2026)
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4800 mAh
- Lighter: 202g vs 215g
- Cheaper: $166 vs $1999
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 40/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (47/100 vs 31/100)
- Better value for money (98/100 vs 0/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 524785
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 1980
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 32MP
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (45/100 vs 12/100)
Comparing the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 36 points higher (65/100 vs 29/100). 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 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) leads (98/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) (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 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) (45/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (42/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (47/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (98/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Motorola Moto G Play (2026) | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 524785 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 167.2×76.4×8.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 202 g | 215 g | |
| Price | $166 | $1999 |
Motorola Moto G Play (2026)
- Main: 32MP f/f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Motorola Moto G Play (2026)
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Moto G Play (2026)
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Motorola Moto G Play (2026) and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Motorola Moto G Play (2026) by 86.7% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1833. Motorola Moto G Play (2026) is cheaper by $1833.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) (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 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) (45/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (42/100 vs 40/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (47/100 vs 31/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (98/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) by 36 points (65/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Motorola Moto G Play (2026) has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (45/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Motorola Moto G Play (2026) is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.