Motorola Moto G45 5G vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
Compare Motorola Moto G45 5G vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy (4 nm), 50MP vs…

Motorola
Moto G45 5G
$159
4categories won

Samsung
Galaxy Z Flip 5
$999
12categories won
4 categories tied · 20 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 takes the overall win
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 proves superior overall against the Motorola Moto G45 5G, outperforming on gaming and photography. For battery longevity and charging speed, the Moto G45 5G takes the lead, while the Galaxy Z Flip 5 is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the Galaxy Z Flip 5 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Moto G45 5G if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
Moto G45 5G wins on endurance with 5,000 mAh and 18W fast charging.
Galaxy Z Flip 5 provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy (4 nm) and 8GB RAM.
Galaxy Z Flip 5 takes photography with 12MP optics.
Moto G45 5G provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $159 vs $999.
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 G45 5G vs Galaxy Z Flip 5: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Moto G45 5G | Galaxy Z Flip 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.5" | 6.7" |
| Resolution | 720 x 1600 | 1080 x 2640Winner |
| Pixel density | 270 ppi | 426 ppiWinner |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 500 nits | 1750 nitsWinner |
Performance
| Specification | Moto G45 5G | Galaxy Z Flip 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy (4 nm) |
| Process node | 6 nm | 4 nmWinner |
| AnTuTu score | 440,000 | 3,200,000Winner |
| Geekbench multi | 2100 | 10800Winner |
| Maximum RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Maximum storage | 128GB | 512GBWinner |
Camera
| Specification | Moto G45 5G | Galaxy Z Flip 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MPWinner | 12 MP |
| Rear cameras | 2 | 2 |
| Ultrawide | — | 12 MP |
| Selfie camera | 16 MPWinner | 10 MP |
| Max video | 1080p@30fps | 4K at 60fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Moto G45 5G | Galaxy Z Flip 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,000 mAhWinner | 3,700 mAh |
| Wired charging | 18 W | 25 WWinner |
| Wireless charging | No | 15 WWinner |
Design
| Specification | Moto G45 5G | Galaxy Z Flip 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 183 g | 187 g |
| Thickness | 8 mm | 6.9 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP52 | IPX8 |
| Build | Pantone curated vegan leather back, matte polymer frame, Gorilla Glass 3 front | Armor Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 back and cover screen, Ultra Thin Glass inner folding screen |
Software and support
| Specification | Moto G45 5G | Galaxy Z Flip 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 14 | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15 (One UI 7) |
| OS updates | 2 years | 4 yearsWinner |
| Security updates | 3 years | 4 yearsWinner |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Moto G45 5G | Galaxy Z Flip 5 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | $159Winner | $999 |
Motorola Moto G45 5G
The Moto G45 5G brings Pantone-curated vegan leather luxury to the ultra-budget 5G category. Featuring Qualcomm's Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 5G chipset, a fluid 120Hz display, stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos, and 50MP camera under $160.
- Display
- 6.5"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 3
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,000mAh
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 transformed clamshell foldables with an expansive 3.4-inch outer Flex Window, zero-gap Flex Hinge, Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy chip, and hands-free FlexCam photography.
- Display
- 6.7"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy (4 nm)
- Main camera
- 12MP
- Battery
- 3,700mAh