Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global) vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global) (2022) runs on the Exynos 850, 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 — 73/100 vs 32/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,382,020 vs 234,339); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is thinner (4.5mm vs 8.4mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global)
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
What makes Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global) better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
- Lighter: 192g vs 201g
- Overall rating 32/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3382020 vs 234339
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 300
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 836
- Faster charging: 45W vs 15W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 16/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 54/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global) vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 41 points higher (73/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (96/100 vs 16/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (50/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global) (96/100 vs 16/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global) (80/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global) (50/100 vs 32/100). 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 Z Fold8 is a bit better (74/100 vs 60/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global) | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 850 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 234339 | 3382020 | |
| Geekbench Single | 300 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 836 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.6" PLS LCD | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2408 | 1828x2448 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, One UI Core 4.1 | Android 17 / One UI 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 165.4×76.9×8.4 mm | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global)
- 6.6" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global) and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global) by 93.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global)
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global) (96/100 vs 16/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global) (80/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global) (50/100 vs 32/100).
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 Z Fold8 is a bit better (74/100 vs 60/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global) or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global) by 41 points (73/100 vs 32/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global) and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global) has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global) or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global) or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (96/100 vs 16/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M13 (Global) over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.