Motorola Moto G05 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Compare Motorola Moto G05 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 side by side: MediaTek Helio G81 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform for Galaxy, 50MP vs…
Motorola
Moto G05
$119
3categories won
Samsung
Galaxy Z Fold 8
$1,900
16categories won
1 categories tied · 20 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 takes the overall win
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 proves superior overall against the Motorola Moto G05, outperforming on gaming and photography. In camera testing, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 leads with superior optics, while battery endurance leans towards the Galaxy Z Fold 8. Choose the Galaxy Z Fold 8 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Moto G05 if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
Galaxy Z Fold 8 takes battery honors offering 4,800 mAh alongside 45W charging.
Galaxy Z Fold 8 provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform for Galaxy and 16GB RAM.
Galaxy Z Fold 8 takes photography with 50MP optics.
Moto G05 provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $119 vs $1900.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
Moto G05 vs Galaxy Z Fold 8: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Moto G05 | Galaxy Z Fold 8 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.56" | 7.6" |
| Resolution | 720 x 1612 | 1848 x 2448Winner |
| Pixel density | 269 ppi | 404 ppiWinner |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 HzWinner |
| Peak brightness | 1000 nits | 2400 nitsWinner |
Performance
| Specification | Moto G05 | Galaxy Z Fold 8 |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio G81 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform for Galaxy |
| Process node | 12 nm | 3 nmWinner |
| AnTuTu score | 280,000 | 2,400,000Winner |
| Geekbench multi | 1390 | 8900Winner |
| Maximum RAM | 4 GB | 16 GBWinner |
| Maximum storage | 128GB | 1TBWinner |
Camera
| Specification | Moto G05 | Galaxy Z Fold 8 |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | 1 | 2Winner |
| Ultrawide | — | 50 MP |
| Selfie camera | 8 MP | 10 MPWinner |
| Max video | 1080p@30fps | 8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Moto G05 | Galaxy Z Fold 8 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,000 mAhWinner | 4,800 mAh |
| Wired charging | 18 W | 45 WWinner |
| Wireless charging | No | 20 WWinner |
Design
| Specification | Moto G05 | Galaxy Z Fold 8 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 188 gWinner | 201 g |
| Thickness | 8.2 mm | 4.5 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP52 | IP48 |
| Build | Vegan leather back, polymer frame, Corning Gorilla Glass 3 front | Armor Aluminum frame, glass back |
Software and support
| Specification | Moto G05 | Galaxy Z Fold 8 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 14 | Android 17 |
| OS updates | 2 years | 6 yearsWinner |
| Security updates | 3 years | 6 yearsWinner |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Moto G05 | Galaxy Z Fold 8 |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) |
| Storage expansion | microSD | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $119Winner | $1,900 |
Motorola Moto G05
The Moto G05 brings flagship design to the sub-$120 tier, offering a 1,000 nits high-brightness 90Hz display, tactile vegan leather finishes, 50MP AI camera, stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos, and 5000mAh battery.
- Display
- 6.56"
- Chipset
- MediaTek Helio G81
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,000mAh
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 is a premium $1900 book-style foldable aimed at power users and multitasking enthusiasts. Featuring a remarkably thin 4.5mm profile, dual 120Hz AMOLED displays, and the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, it delivers high-end performance, though its high price demands serious investment.
- Display
- 7.6"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform for Galaxy
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 4,800mAh