Motorola Moto G86 vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
The Motorola Moto G86 (2025) runs on the Dimensity 7300, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $224 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 56/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Moto G86 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 879,714).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G86
Samsung Galaxy S26+
What makes Motorola Moto G86 better?
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4900 mAh
- Lighter: 185g vs 190g
- Cheaper at launch: $224 vs $999
- Longer battery life (59/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 2813
- Faster charging: 45W vs 30W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 55/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 83/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 70/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto G86 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 14 points higher (70/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 55/100). Value score: Motorola Moto G86 — 68/100, Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 50/100; 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 S26+ significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G86 (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 40/100. In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G86 is a bit better (59/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Motorola Moto G86 are nearly equal (72/100 vs 70/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto G86 | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 7300 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 2900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 9200 | |
| Display | 6.7" P-OLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1220x2712 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.2×74.7×7.8 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $224 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G86
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G86
- 6.7" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1220x2712
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G86
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Moto G86 and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Motorola Moto G86 by 72.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $775. Motorola Moto G86 was $775 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G86 (91/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 40/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G86 is a bit better (59/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Motorola Moto G86 are nearly equal (72/100 vs 70/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G86 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably better than the Motorola Moto G86 — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G86 and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Motorola Moto G86 has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G86 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G86 over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.