Samsung Galaxy M36 vs Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
The Samsung Galaxy M36 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1380, while the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads — 69/100 vs 51/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold has the bigger battery (5600 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is faster in AnTuTu (2,926,532 vs 767,711); the Samsung Galaxy M36 is noticeably lighter (197g vs 309g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M36
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
What makes Samsung Galaxy M36 better?
- Lighter: 197g vs 309g
- Better display (79/100 vs 70/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 20/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2926532 vs 767711
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1008
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2710
- Bigger battery: 5600 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 53/100)
- Better camera (52/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M36 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold scores 18 points higher (69/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (90/100 vs 53/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (52/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (63/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M36 (90/100 vs 53/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M36 is a bit better (79/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M36 (52/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M36 (63/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M36 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (64/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M36 | Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1380 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 767711 | 2926532 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1008 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2710 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 2160x1584 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5600 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.7 mm | 159.2×75.0×12.9 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 309 g | |
| Launch price | — | $2899 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M36
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M36
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2160x1584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy M36
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 5600 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy M36 and Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads Samsung Galaxy M36 by 73.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Samsung Galaxy M36
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M36 (90/100 vs 53/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M36 is a bit better (79/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M36 (52/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M36 (63/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M36 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (64/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M36 or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy M36 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M36 and the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy M36 has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold — 69/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M36 or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads on camera score (52/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy M36 or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads on performance (90/100 vs 53/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M36 over the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a better fit for gamers and power users.