Motorola Moto G Play 2026 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The Motorola Moto G Play 2026 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $150 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 80/100 vs 40/100 (a 40-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 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,128,552 vs 528,398); the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 is noticeably lighter (202g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G Play 2026
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
What makes Motorola Moto G Play 2026 better?
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 202g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $1299
- Better portability (52/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3128552 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 1980
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 32MP
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 40 points higher (80/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 20/100). Value score: Motorola Moto G Play 2026 — 54/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 70/100; 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 S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 (92/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 (88/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 (81/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto G Play 2026 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 3128552 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 9760 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 151 | |
| Main camera | 32 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 167.2×76.4×8.5 mm | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 202 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G Play 2026
- Main: 32MP f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G Play 2026
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G Play 2026
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Moto G Play 2026 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Motorola Moto G Play 2026 by 83.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1149. Motorola Moto G Play 2026 was $1149 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 (92/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 (88/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 (81/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 by 40 points (80/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Motorola Moto G Play 2026 has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.