Motorola Moto G73 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8

The Motorola Moto G73 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 930, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 65/100 vs 31/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Moto G73 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the Motorola Moto G73 is noticeably lighter (181g vs 215g).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G73 by 34 points (65/100 vs 31/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G73
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 31
Battery 39
Design 73
Value for money 55
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Performance 92
Display 100
Camera 45
Battery 40
Design 31
Value for money 0
What makes Motorola Moto G73 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
  • Lighter: 181g vs 215g

  • Better design/ergonomics (73/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 0/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 30W

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (45/100 vs 31/100)
  • Longer battery life (40/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Moto G73 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 34 points higher (65/100 vs 31/100). 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 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G73 leads (55/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G73 (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 is a bit better (45/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Motorola Moto G73 are nearly equal (40/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Moto G73 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (73/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G73 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (55/100 vs 0/100).

Motorola Moto G73: The Motorola Moto G73 is a better fit for everyday use.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Moto G73 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 930 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 3942923
Geekbench Single 3640
Geekbench Multi 11033
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1080x2400 1968x2184
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4800 mAh
Charging 30W 45W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 50 MP
Front camera 16 MP 10 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 13 Android 16 / One UI 8.5
NFC yes yes
Protection IP48
Dimensions 161.4×73.8×8.3 mm
Weight 181 g 215 g
Price $1999
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G73
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
31
camera
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 10MP
45
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G73
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 1968x2184
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G73
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
40
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Moto G73
Price unknown
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
$1999
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G73 (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 is a bit better (45/100 vs 31/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Motorola Moto G73 are nearly equal (40/100 vs 39/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Moto G73 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (73/100 vs 31/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G73 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (55/100 vs 0/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G73 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G73 by 34 points (65/100 vs 31/100).

What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G73 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Motorola Moto G73 has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 65/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G73 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (45/100 vs 31/100).

Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G73 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 G73 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Motorola Moto G73 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.