Samsung Galaxy M13 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8

The Samsung Galaxy M13 (2022) runs on the Samsung Exynos 850, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $149 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 71/100 vs 31/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy M13 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 M13 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 215g).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M13 by 40 points (71/100 vs 31/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M13
Performance 16
Display 42
Camera 30
Battery 51
Portability 68
Value for money 38
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Performance 96
Display 79
Camera 50
Battery 52
Portability 44
Value for money 46
What makes Samsung Galaxy M13 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
  • Lighter: 192g vs 215g
  • Cheaper at launch: $149 vs $1999

  • Better portability (68/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3382020 vs 234339
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 300
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 836
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 15W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (96/100 vs 16/100)
  • Better camera (50/100 vs 30/100)
  • Longer battery life (52/100 vs 51/100)
  • Better display (79/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M13 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 40 points higher (71/100 vs 31/100). 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 30/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy M13 — 38/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 46/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M13 (96/100 vs 16/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M13 (79/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M13 (50/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Samsung Galaxy M13 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (68/100 vs 44/100).

Samsung Galaxy M13: The Samsung Galaxy M13 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 M13 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Processor Samsung Exynos 850 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 234339 3382020
Geekbench Single 300 3640
Geekbench Multi 836 11033
Display 6.6" IPS LCD 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 2408x1080 1968x2184
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4800 mAh
Charging 15W 45W
Wireless charging 15W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 8 MP 10 MP
RAM 4GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 12 Android 16 / One UI 8.5
NFC yes
Protection IP48
Weight 192 g 215 g
Launch price $149 $1999
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M13
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 10MP
50
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M13
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2408x1080
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
42
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 M13
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • Wireless charging: no data
51
battery
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
52
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy M13 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy M13 Samsung Exynos 850
31/100
234339 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
71/100 +93.1%
3382020 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Samsung Galaxy M13 by 93.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy M13
$149
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
$1999

Launch price difference: $1850. Samsung Galaxy M13 was $1850 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M13 (96/100 vs 16/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M13 (79/100 vs 42/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M13 (50/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Samsung Galaxy M13 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 51/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (68/100 vs 44/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M13 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M13 by 40 points (71/100 vs 31/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M13 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy M13 has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 71/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M13 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 30/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy M13 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 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy M13 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.