Motorola Moto G100S vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Motorola Moto G100S (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $130 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 73/100 vs 51/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Moto G100S has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,382,020 vs 829,894); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is thinner (4.5mm vs 8.6mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G100S
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
What makes Motorola Moto G100S better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4800 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $1999
- Longer battery life (57/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3382020 vs 829894
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1009
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2892
- Faster charging: 45W vs 30W
- Lighter: 201g vs 210g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 33/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto G100S vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 22 points higher (73/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (50/100 vs 33/100). Value score: Motorola Moto G100S — 82/100, 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 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G100S (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G100S (50/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G100S is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G100S (74/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto G100S | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 829894 | 3382020 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1009 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2892 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1828x2448 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 / One UI 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1050 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 166.2×76.5×8.6 mm | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $130 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G100S
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G100S
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G100S
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Moto G100S and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Motorola Moto G100S by 75.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1869. Motorola Moto G100S was $1869 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G100S (96/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G100S (50/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G100S is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G100S (74/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G100S or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G100S by 22 points (73/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G100S and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Motorola Moto G100S has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G100S or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G100S or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (96/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G100S over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Motorola Moto G100S is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.