Motorola Moto G86 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
The Motorola Moto G86 (2025) runs on the Dimensity 7300, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600; launch prices were $224 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads — 66/100 vs 56/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Moto G86 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4300); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,113,347 vs 879,714).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G86
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
What makes Motorola Moto G86 better?
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $224 vs $1099
- Better camera (40/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (59/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3113347 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3235 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10904 vs 2813
- Lighter: 180g vs 185g
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 70/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto G86 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 scores 10 points higher (66/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (93/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G86 leads (59/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Motorola Moto G86 — 68/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 42/100; 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 Flip8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G86 (93/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto G86 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto G86 is a bit better (40/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G86 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (59/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (80/100 vs 70/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto G86 | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 7300 | Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 3113347 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 3235 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 10904 | |
| Display | 6.7" P-OLED | 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1220x2712 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 161.2×74.7×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 185 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $224 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G86
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G86
- 6.7" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1220x2712
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G86
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Moto G86 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Motorola Moto G86 by 71.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $875. Motorola Moto G86 was $875 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G86 (93/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto G86 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto G86 is a bit better (40/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G86 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (59/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (80/100 vs 70/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G86 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably better than the Motorola Moto G86 — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G86 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Motorola Moto G86 has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G86 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Motorola Moto G86 leads on camera score (40/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G86 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (93/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G86 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.