Motorola Moto G35 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
Over a full contract, the Moto G 35 works out around £696 all-in, about £1786 less than the Galaxy Z Fold5 5G.
8 reviews 4.0
12 reviews
Prices updated 13 August 2026
Motorola Moto G35
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
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| Expert Rating | 3.5 8 reviews |
4.0 12 reviews |
| Screen | 6.72" | 7.6" |
| Display | IPS LCD | Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 | 1812 x 2176 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 392 | 373 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 16 Megapixels | 4 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Unisoc T760 (6 nm) | Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 4,400 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | Android | Android |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM | Nano SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, LE | 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Dimensions | 166.3 x 76 x 7.8 mm | 158.5 x 67.5 x 14.5 mm |
| Weight | 188 grams | 275 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP - Water-repellent coating | IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins) |
| Contracts |
£14.47/mo
£65.00 upfront |
£38.94/mo
£970.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | - | £399.99 |
| Prices updated 13 August 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Motorola Moto G35 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Motorola Moto G35 is cheaper on contract at £696.32 over the life of the deal from £14.47 per month with £65.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Motorola Moto G35 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 has the bigger screen at 7.6" compared to the Motorola Moto G35's 6.7", the Motorola Moto G35 has the sharper display at 392 pixels per inch versus 373, and the Motorola Moto G35 uses a IPS LCD panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 has a Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Motorola Moto G35 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Motorola Moto G35 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.
What storage options are available for the Motorola Moto G35 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Motorola Moto G35 is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 comes in 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Motorola Moto G35 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 use?
The Motorola Moto G35 is powered by the Unisoc T760 (6 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 uses the Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Moto G35 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
It's a trade-off: the Motorola Moto G35 is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is more compact. It's 87g lighter at 188 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is actually the more compact phone at 158.5 x 67.5 x 14.5 mm, the Motorola Moto G35 is slimmer at 7.8mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Moto G35 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Motorola Moto G35 is rated IP - Water-repellent coating, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is rated IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins).
What operating system do the Motorola Moto G35 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 run?
Both phones run Android.