Motorola Moto G Power 2026 vs Samsung Galaxy M16

The Motorola Moto G Power 2026 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Samsung Galaxy M16 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300. Both devices score the same overall rating of 45/100. Key differences: the Motorola Moto G Power 2026 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the Samsung Galaxy M16 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 208g).

Both devices scored the same rating of 45/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G Power 2026
Performance 43
Display 65
Camera 35
Battery 50
Portability 47
Value for money 32
Samsung Galaxy M16
Performance 43
Display 67
Camera 33
Battery 44
Portability 65
Value for money
What makes Motorola Moto G Power 2026 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 30W vs 25W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Better camera (35/100 vs 33/100)
  • Longer battery life (50/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy M16 better?
  • Lighter: 191g vs 208g

  • Better display (67/100 vs 65/100)
  • Better portability (65/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict

The Motorola Moto G Power 2026 and the Samsung Galaxy M16 received the same MobileRank rating — 45/100. In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M16 and the Motorola Moto G Power 2026 are nearly equal (67/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto G Power 2026 and the Samsung Galaxy M16 are nearly equal (35/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G Power 2026 is a bit better (50/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M16 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G Power 2026 (65/100 vs 47/100).

Motorola Moto G Power 2026: The Motorola Moto G Power 2026 is a better fit for everyday use.
Samsung Galaxy M16: The Samsung Galaxy M16 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Moto G Power 2026 Samsung Galaxy M16
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 6300 MediaTek Dimensity 6300
AnTuTu 524785 524785
Geekbench Single 771 771
Geekbench Multi 1980 1980
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.7" Super AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2388 1080x2340
Refresh rate 120 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 5200 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 30W 25W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 5 MP
Front camera 16 MP 13 MP
RAM 8GB 4GB / 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7
Brightness (peak) 1000 nits 800 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP54
Dimensions 166.6×77.1×8.7 mm 164.4×77.9×7.9 mm
Weight 208 g 191 g
Launch price $300
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G Power 2026
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
35
camera
Samsung Galaxy M16
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 5MP
  • Front: 13MP
33
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G Power 2026
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2388
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
65
display
Samsung Galaxy M16
  • 6.7" Super AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
67
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G Power 2026
  • 5200 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • No wireless charging
50
battery
Samsung Galaxy M16
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • No wireless charging
44
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Motorola Moto G Power 2026 and Samsung Galaxy M16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Motorola Moto G Power 2026 MediaTek Dimensity 6300
45/100
524785 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy M16 MediaTek Dimensity 6300
45/100
524785 AnTuTu

Equal performance based on benchmark results.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Motorola Moto G Power 2026
$300
Samsung Galaxy M16
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M16 and the Motorola Moto G Power 2026 are nearly equal (67/100 vs 65/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto G Power 2026 and the Samsung Galaxy M16 are nearly equal (35/100 vs 33/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G Power 2026 is a bit better (50/100 vs 44/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M16 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G Power 2026 (65/100 vs 47/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G Power 2026 or the Samsung Galaxy M16?

Both devices scored 45/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Samsung Galaxy M16.

What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G Power 2026 and the Samsung Galaxy M16?

The Motorola Moto G Power 2026 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Samsung Galaxy M16 — 45/100.

Should you choose the Motorola Moto G Power 2026 over the Samsung Galaxy M16?

The Motorola Moto G Power 2026 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy M16 is a better fit for everyday use.