Motorola Moto G Play 2026 vs Motorola Moto G Power 2026
The Motorola Moto G Play 2026 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Motorola Moto G Power 2026 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $150 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Moto G Power 2026 leads — 45/100 vs 40/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 32 MP vs 50 MP.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G Play 2026
Motorola Moto G Power 2026
What makes Motorola Moto G Play 2026 better?
- Lighter: 202g vs 208g
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $300
- Better portability (52/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Motorola Moto G Power 2026 better?
- Faster charging: 30W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 32MP
- Better camera (35/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (50/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (65/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 vs the Motorola Moto G Power 2026, the Motorola Moto G Power 2026 scores 5 points higher (45/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto G Power 2026 leads (35/100 vs 20/100). Value score: Motorola Moto G Play 2026 — 54/100, Motorola Moto G Power 2026 — 28/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100. In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto G Power 2026 is a bit better (65/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto G Power 2026 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 (35/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G Power 2026 and the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 are nearly equal (50/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 is a bit better (52/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto G Play 2026 | Motorola Moto G Power 2026 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 528398 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 1080x2388 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 30W | |
| Main camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 167.2×76.4×8.5 mm | 166.6×77.1×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 202 g | 208 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | $300 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G Play 2026
- Main: 32MP f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Motorola Moto G Power 2026
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G Play 2026
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Moto G Power 2026
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2388
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G Play 2026
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Motorola Moto G Power 2026
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Moto G Play 2026 and Motorola Moto G Power 2026, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $150. Motorola Moto G Play 2026 was $150 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto G Power 2026 is a bit better (65/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto G Power 2026 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 (35/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G Power 2026 and the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 are nearly equal (50/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 is a bit better (52/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 or the Motorola Moto G Power 2026?
The Motorola Moto G Power 2026 edges out the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 and the Motorola Moto G Power 2026?
The Motorola Moto G Play 2026 has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Motorola Moto G Power 2026 — 45/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 or the Motorola Moto G Power 2026?
The Motorola Moto G Power 2026 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 20/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 over the Motorola Moto G Power 2026?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is camera — better on the Motorola Moto G Power 2026 (35/100 vs 20/100).