Motorola Signature vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
The Motorola Signature (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888; launch prices were $699 and $1799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature leads — 86/100 vs 48/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Signature has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Motorola Signature is faster in AnTuTu (3,057,215 vs 1,135,878); the Motorola Signature is noticeably lighter (186g vs 271g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Signature
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
What makes Motorola Signature better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3057215 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 10W
- Lighter: 186g vs 271g
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $1799
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (91/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 38/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 20/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 better?
- Overall rating 48/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Signature vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3, the Motorola Signature scores 38 points higher (86/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature leads (90/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature leads (91/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature leads (77/100 vs 38/100). Value score: Motorola Signature — 86/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 — 4/100; 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 Signature notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (90/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (84/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (91/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (77/100 vs 38/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (78/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Signature | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 3057215 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 2208x1768 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 4400 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 10W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 164 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 186 g | 271 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $1799 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Signature
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Motorola Signature
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2208x1768
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Signature
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 10W
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Signature and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Signature leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 by 169.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1100. Motorola Signature was $1100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (90/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (84/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (91/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (77/100 vs 38/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (78/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Signature or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3?
The Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 by 38 points (86/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Signature and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3?
The Motorola Signature has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 — 48/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Signature or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3?
The Motorola Signature leads on camera score (91/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Signature or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3?
The Motorola Signature leads on performance (90/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Signature over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3?
The Motorola Signature is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 is a better fit for active users.