Motorola Moto G86 vs Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
The Motorola Moto G86 (2025) runs on the Dimensity 7300, while the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $224 and $2899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads — 69/100 vs 56/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold has the bigger battery (5600 mAh vs 5200); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is faster in AnTuTu (2,926,532 vs 879,714); the Motorola Moto G86 is noticeably lighter (185g vs 309g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G86
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
What makes Motorola Moto G86 better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 309g
- Cheaper at launch: $224 vs $2899
- Better display (83/100 vs 70/100)
- Better portability (70/100 vs 20/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2926532 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2813
- Bigger battery: 5600 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (52/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto G86 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold scores 13 points higher (69/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (90/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (52/100 vs 40/100). Value score: Motorola Moto G86 — 68/100, Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold — 46/100; 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 TriFold significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G86 (90/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto G86 is a bit better (83/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a bit better (52/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold and the Motorola Moto G86 are nearly equal (63/100 vs 59/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G86 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (70/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto G86 | Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 7300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 2926532 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" P-OLED | 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1220x2712 | 2160x1584 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 5600 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 161.2×74.7×7.8 mm | 159.2×75.0×12.9 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 309 g | |
| Launch price | $224 | $2899 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G86
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G86
- 6.7" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1220x2712
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2160x1584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G86
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 5600 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Moto G86 and Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads Motorola Moto G86 by 69.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $2675. Motorola Moto G86 was $2675 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G86 (90/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto G86 is a bit better (83/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a bit better (52/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold and the Motorola Moto G86 are nearly equal (63/100 vs 59/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G86 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (70/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G86 or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is noticeably better than the Motorola Moto G86 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G86 and the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Motorola Moto G86 has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold — 69/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G86 or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads on camera score (52/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G86 or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads on performance (90/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G86 over the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a better fit for gamers and power users.