Motorola Moto G86 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
The Motorola Moto G86 (2025) runs on the Dimensity 7300, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $224 and $2199. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads — 78/100 vs 56/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Moto G86 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,453,998 vs 879,714); the Motorola Moto G86 is noticeably lighter (185g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G86
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
What makes Motorola Moto G86 better?
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 185g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $224 vs $2199
- Better display (83/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (70/100 vs 66/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3453998 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2813
- Faster charging: 60W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto G86 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra scores 22 points higher (78/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (67/100 vs 40/100). Value score: Motorola Moto G86 — 68/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 64/100; 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G86 (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto G86 is a bit better (83/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G86 (67/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and the Motorola Moto G86 are nearly equal (61/100 vs 59/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G86 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra are nearly equal (70/100 vs 66/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto G86 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 7300 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 3453998 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" P-OLED | 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1220x2712 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 161.2×74.7×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 185 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $224 | $2199 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G86
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G86
- 6.7" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1220x2712
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G86
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Moto G86 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads Motorola Moto G86 by 74.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1975. Motorola Moto G86 was $1975 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G86 (96/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto G86 is a bit better (83/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G86 (67/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and the Motorola Moto G86 are nearly equal (61/100 vs 59/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G86 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra are nearly equal (70/100 vs 66/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G86 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G86 by 22 points (78/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G86 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Motorola Moto G86 has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 78/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G86 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on camera score (67/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G86 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G86 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users.