Motorola Razr Fold vs Redmi 8
The Motorola Razr Fold (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Redmi 8 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 439; launch prices were $1799 and $140. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Razr Fold leads — 83/100 vs 23/100 (a 60-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Motorola Razr Fold is faster in AnTuTu (3,057,215 vs 193,115); the Motorola Razr Fold has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 8 doesn't; the Redmi 8 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 285g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Razr Fold
Redmi 8
What makes Motorola Razr Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3057215 vs 193115
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 199
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 795
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 12/100)
- Better camera (91/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Redmi 8 better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 285g
- Cheaper at launch: $140 vs $1799
- Overall rating 23/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Razr Fold vs the Redmi 8, the Motorola Razr Fold scores 60 points higher (83/100 vs 23/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Razr Fold leads (90/100 vs 12/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Razr Fold leads (91/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Razr Fold leads (68/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Motorola Razr Fold — 74/100, Redmi 8 — 22/100; 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 Motorola Razr Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi 8 (90/100 vs 12/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Razr Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi 8 (81/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Razr Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi 8 (91/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Razr Fold notably outperforms the Redmi 8 (68/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 52/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Razr Fold | Redmi 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 | |
| AnTuTu | 3057215 | 193115 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 199 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 795 | |
| Display | 8.1" LTPO AMOLED | 6.2" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2480x2200 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 164 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IPX9 | — | |
| Dimensions | 160.1×144.5×4.7 mm | 156.5×75.4×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 285 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $1799 | $140 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Razr Fold
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi 8
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Motorola Razr Fold
- 8.1" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x2200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 8
- 6.2" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Razr Fold
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi 8
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Razr Fold and Redmi 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Razr Fold leads Redmi 8 by 1483.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1659. Redmi 8 was $1659 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Razr Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi 8 (90/100 vs 12/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Razr Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi 8 (81/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Razr Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi 8 (91/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Razr Fold notably outperforms the Redmi 8 (68/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 52/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Razr Fold or the Redmi 8?
The Motorola Razr Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi 8 by 60 points (83/100 vs 23/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Razr Fold and the Redmi 8?
The Motorola Razr Fold has a MobileRank rating of 83/100, the Redmi 8 — 23/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Razr Fold or the Redmi 8?
The Motorola Razr Fold leads on camera score (91/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Razr Fold or the Redmi 8?
The Motorola Razr Fold leads on performance (90/100 vs 12/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Razr Fold over the Redmi 8?
The Motorola Razr Fold is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.