Motorola Moto G86 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Motorola Moto G86 (2025) runs on the Dimensity 7300, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $224 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 73/100 vs 56/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Moto G86 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,382,020 vs 879,714); the Motorola Moto G86 is noticeably lighter (185g vs 201g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G86
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
What makes Motorola Moto G86 better?
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4800 mAh
- Lighter: 185g vs 201g
- Cheaper at launch: $224 vs $1999
- Longer battery life (59/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3382020 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1001
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2918
- Faster charging: 45W vs 30W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 40/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 70/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto G86 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 17 points higher (73/100 vs 56/100). 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 40/100). Value score: Motorola Moto G86 — 68/100, 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 G86 (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto G86 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G86 is a bit better (59/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Motorola Moto G86 are nearly equal (74/100 vs 70/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto G86 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 7300 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 3382020 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1001 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2918 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" P-OLED | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1220x2712 | 1828x2448 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 / One UI 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 161.2×74.7×7.8 mm | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $224 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G86
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G86
- 6.7" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1220x2712
- 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 G86
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Moto G86 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Motorola Moto G86 by 74.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1775. Motorola Moto G86 was $1775 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G86 (96/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto G86 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G86 is a bit better (59/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Motorola Moto G86 are nearly equal (74/100 vs 70/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G86 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is noticeably better than the Motorola Moto G86 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G86 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Motorola Moto G86 has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G86 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G86 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 G86 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.