Motorola Moto G86 vs Samsung Galaxy A37
The Motorola Moto G86 (2025) runs on the Dimensity 7300, while the Samsung Galaxy A37 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1480; launch prices were $224 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Moto G86 leads — 56/100 vs 54/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Moto G86 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the Samsung Galaxy A37 is faster in AnTuTu (1,021,736 vs 879,714).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G86
Samsung Galaxy A37
What makes Motorola Moto G86 better?
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 185g vs 196g
- Cheaper at launch: $224 vs $250
- Better camera (40/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (59/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (70/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A37 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1021736 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 1137 vs 1001
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3437 vs 2918
- Faster charging: 45W vs 30W
- Higher performance (60/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto G86 vs the Samsung Galaxy A37, the Motorola Moto G86 scores 2 points higher (56/100 vs 54/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G86 leads (59/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Motorola Moto G86 — 68/100, Samsung Galaxy A37 — 58/100; 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 A37 is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto G86 and the Samsung Galaxy A37 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto G86 is a bit better (40/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G86 is a bit better (59/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G86 and the Samsung Galaxy A37 are nearly equal (70/100 vs 68/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto G86 | Samsung Galaxy A37 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 7300 | Samsung Exynos 1480 | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 1021736 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1001 | 1137 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2918 | 3437 | |
| Display | 6.7" P-OLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1220x2712 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16, One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 1900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.2×74.7×7.8 mm | 162.9×78.2×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $224 | $250 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G86
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A37
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G86
- 6.7" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1220x2712
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A37
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G86
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy A37
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Moto G86 and Samsung Galaxy A37, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy A37 leads Motorola Moto G86 by 13.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $26. Motorola Moto G86 was $26 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto G86 and the Samsung Galaxy A37 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto G86 is a bit better (40/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G86 is a bit better (59/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G86 and the Samsung Galaxy A37 are nearly equal (70/100 vs 68/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G86 or the Samsung Galaxy A37?
The Motorola Moto G86 edges out the Samsung Galaxy A37 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G86 and the Samsung Galaxy A37?
The Motorola Moto G86 has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Samsung Galaxy A37 — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G86 or the Samsung Galaxy A37?
The Motorola Moto G86 leads on camera score (40/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G86 or the Samsung Galaxy A37?
The Samsung Galaxy A37 leads on performance (60/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G86 over the Samsung Galaxy A37?
The Samsung Galaxy A37 is a better fit for active users.