Motorola Moto G Play 2026 vs Samsung Galaxy M17
The Motorola Moto G Play 2026 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Samsung Galaxy M17 (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330; launch prices were $150 and $130. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads — 48/100 vs 40/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 32 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy M17 is faster in AnTuTu (607,489 vs 528,398); the Samsung Galaxy M17 is thinner (7.5mm vs 8.5mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G Play 2026
Samsung Galaxy M17
What makes Motorola Moto G Play 2026 better?
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1980 vs 1826
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Overall rating 40/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy M17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 607489 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 960 vs 771
- Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 32MP
- Lighter: 192g vs 202g
- Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $150
- Higher performance (46/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (33/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (67/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (69/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 vs the Samsung Galaxy M17, the Samsung Galaxy M17 scores 8 points higher (48/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads (33/100 vs 20/100). Value score: Motorola Moto G Play 2026 — 54/100, Samsung Galaxy M17 — 76/100; 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, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (67/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (33/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 (69/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto G Play 2026 | Samsung Galaxy M17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Samsung Exynos 1330 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 607489 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 960 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 1826 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 167.2×76.4×8.5 mm | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 202 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | $130 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G Play 2026
- Main: 32MP f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G Play 2026
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G Play 2026
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Moto G Play 2026 and Samsung Galaxy M17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy M17 leads Motorola Moto G Play 2026 by 13.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $20. Samsung Galaxy M17 was $20 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (67/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (33/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 (69/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 edges out the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 and the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Motorola Moto G Play 2026 has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Samsung Galaxy M17 — 48/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 leads on camera score (33/100 vs 20/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 over the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.