Motorola Razr Fold vs Redmi Note 8
The Motorola Razr Fold (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Redmi Note 8 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 665; launch prices were $1799 and $180. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Razr Fold leads — 83/100 vs 30/100 (a 53-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Razr Fold has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Motorola Razr Fold is faster in AnTuTu (3,057,215 vs 329,457); the Motorola Razr Fold has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 8 doesn't; the Redmi Note 8 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 285g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Razr Fold
Redmi Note 8
What makes Motorola Razr Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3057215 vs 329457
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 321
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 1128
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 68W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 24/100)
- Better camera (91/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Redmi Note 8 better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 285g
- Cheaper at launch: $180 vs $1799
- Better portability (60/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Razr Fold vs the Redmi Note 8, the Motorola Razr Fold scores 53 points higher (83/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Razr Fold leads (90/100 vs 24/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Razr Fold leads (91/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Razr Fold leads (68/100 vs 22/100). Value score: Motorola Razr Fold — 74/100, Redmi Note 8 — 26/100; 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 Note 8 (90/100 vs 24/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Razr Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Razr Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (91/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Razr Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (68/100 vs 22/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 8 is a bit better (60/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Razr Fold | Redmi Note 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 | |
| AnTuTu | 3057215 | 329457 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 321 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 1128 | |
| Display | 8.1" LTPO AMOLED | 6.3" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2480x2200 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 164 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IPX9 | — | |
| Dimensions | 160.1×144.5×4.7 mm | 158.3×75.3×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 285 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $1799 | $180 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Razr Fold
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 8
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Motorola Razr Fold
- 8.1" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x2200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 8
- 6.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Razr Fold
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi Note 8
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Razr Fold and Redmi Note 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Razr Fold leads Redmi Note 8 by 828.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1619. Redmi Note 8 was $1619 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Razr Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (90/100 vs 24/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Razr Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (81/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Razr Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (91/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Razr Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (68/100 vs 22/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 8 is a bit better (60/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Razr Fold or the Redmi Note 8?
The Motorola Razr Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 by 53 points (83/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Razr Fold and the Redmi Note 8?
The Motorola Razr Fold has a MobileRank rating of 83/100, the Redmi Note 8 — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Razr Fold or the Redmi Note 8?
The Motorola Razr Fold leads on camera score (91/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Razr Fold or the Redmi Note 8?
The Motorola Razr Fold leads on performance (90/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Razr Fold over the Redmi Note 8?
The Motorola Razr Fold is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.