Motorola Signature vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Motorola Signature (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $699 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature leads — 86/100 vs 73/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Signature has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,382,020 vs 3,057,215); the Motorola Signature is noticeably lighter (186g vs 201g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Signature
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
What makes Motorola Signature better?
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Lighter: 186g vs 201g
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $1999
- Better camera (91/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 74/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3382020 vs 3057215
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 9119
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 90/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Signature vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Motorola Signature scores 13 points higher (86/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature leads (91/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature leads (77/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Motorola Signature — 86/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 54/100; 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 Fold8 is a bit better (96/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (91/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (77/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (78/100 vs 74/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Signature | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3057215 | 3382020 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 1828x2448 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 164 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 / One UI 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6200 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Signature
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Motorola Signature
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Signature
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Signature and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Motorola Signature by 9.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1300. Motorola Signature was $1300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (96/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (91/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (77/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (78/100 vs 74/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Signature or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Motorola Signature is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Motorola Signature and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Motorola Signature has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Signature or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Motorola Signature leads on camera score (91/100 vs 50/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Signature or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (96/100 vs 90/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Signature over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
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 Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.