Motorola Signature vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
The Motorola Signature (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $699 and $1799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature leads — 86/100 vs 65/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Signature has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4400); the Motorola Signature is faster in AnTuTu (3,057,215 vs 1,818,396); per DXOMark lab testing, the Motorola Signature has the stronger camera (164 vs 128); the Motorola Signature is noticeably lighter (186g vs 253g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Signature
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
What makes Motorola Signature better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3057215 vs 1818396
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Lighter: 186g vs 253g
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $1799
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (91/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 better?
- Overall rating 65/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Signature vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5, the Motorola Signature scores 21 points higher (86/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature leads (90/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature leads (91/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature leads (77/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Motorola Signature — 86/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 — 38/100; 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 is a bit better (90/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (84/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (91/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (77/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (78/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Signature | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3057215 | 1818396 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 2176x1812 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 4400 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 164 | 128 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IPX8 | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm | 154.9×129.9×6.1 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 253 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $1799 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Signature
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Motorola Signature
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2176x1812
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Signature
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Signature and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Signature leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 by 68.1% 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 is a bit better (90/100 vs 76/100).
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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (91/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (77/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (78/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Signature or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 by 21 points (86/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Signature and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Motorola Signature has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Signature or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Motorola Signature leads on camera score (91/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Signature or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Motorola Signature leads on performance (90/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Signature over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
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 Fold5 is a better fit for active users.