Motorola Moto G17 vs Motorola Moto G73
The Motorola Moto G17 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Extreme, while the Motorola Moto G73 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 930. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Moto G73 leads — 31/100 vs 23/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Moto G17 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000).
Motorola Moto G17
Motorola Moto G73
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Better camera (36/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 39/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Faster charging: 30W vs 18W
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (73/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Motorola Moto G17 vs the Motorola Moto G73, the Motorola Moto G73 scores 8 points higher (31/100 vs 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G17 leads (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto G73 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G17 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto G17 is a bit better (36/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G17 and the Motorola Moto G73 are nearly equal (42/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Moto G73 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G17 (73/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G17 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G73 (96/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Motorola Moto G17 | Motorola Moto G73 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Extreme | MediaTek Dimensity 930 | |
| AnTuTu | 358383 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 30W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1050 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 165.7×76.0×8.2 mm | 161.4×73.8×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | — | 181 g | |
| Price | $198 | — |
Motorola Moto G17
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 32MP
Motorola Moto G73
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Motorola Moto G17
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Motorola Moto G73
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Moto G17
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Motorola Moto G73
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Motorola Moto G73
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto G73 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G17 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto G17 is a bit better (36/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G17 and the Motorola Moto G73 are nearly equal (42/100 vs 39/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Motorola Moto G73 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G17 (73/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G17 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G73 (96/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G17 or the Motorola Moto G73?
The Motorola Moto G73 edges out the Motorola Moto G17 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G17 and the Motorola Moto G73?
The Motorola Moto G17 has a MobileRank rating of 23/100, the Motorola Moto G73 — 31/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G17 or the Motorola Moto G73?
The Motorola Moto G17 leads on camera score (36/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G17 over the Motorola Moto G73?
The Motorola Moto G17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Motorola Moto G73 is a better fit for everyday use.