Samsung Galaxy M04 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8

The Samsung Galaxy M04 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 71/100 vs 25/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy M04 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,382,020 vs 199,111); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy M04 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy M04 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 215g).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M04 by 46 points (71/100 vs 25/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M04
Performance 19
Display 39
Camera 10
Battery 43
Portability 55
Value for money
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Performance 96
Display 79
Camera 50
Battery 52
Portability 44
Value for money 46
What makes Samsung Galaxy M04 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
  • Lighter: 188g vs 215g

  • Better portability (55/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3382020 vs 199111
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 476
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 828
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 15W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP

  • Higher performance (96/100 vs 19/100)
  • Better camera (50/100 vs 10/100)
  • Longer battery life (52/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (79/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M04 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 46 points higher (71/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (96/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (50/100 vs 10/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M04 (96/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M04 (79/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M04 (50/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (52/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M04 is a bit better (55/100 vs 44/100).

Samsung Galaxy M04: The Samsung Galaxy M04 is a better fit for everyday use.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy M04 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Processor MediaTek Helio P35 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 199111 3382020
Geekbench Single 476 3640
Geekbench Multi 828 11033
Display 6.5" PLS LCD 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 720x1600 1968x2184
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4800 mAh
Charging 15W 45W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
Main camera 13 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 5 MP 10 MP
RAM 4GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 12 Android 16 / One UI 8.5
NFC no yes
Protection IP48
Dimensions 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm
Weight 188 g 215 g
Launch price $1999
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M04
  • Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
  • Front: 5MP
10
camera
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 10MP
50
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M04
  • 6.5" PLS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
39
display
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 1968x2184
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy M04
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
52
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy M04 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy M04 MediaTek Helio P35
25/100
199111 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
71/100 +94.1%
3382020 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Samsung Galaxy M04 by 94.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy M04
Price unknown
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
$1999
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M04 (96/100 vs 19/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M04 (79/100 vs 39/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M04 (50/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (52/100 vs 43/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M04 is a bit better (55/100 vs 44/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M04 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M04 by 46 points (71/100 vs 25/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M04 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy M04 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 71/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M04 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 10/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy M04 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (96/100 vs 19/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M04 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy M04 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.