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 $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 56/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Moto G86 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 879,714); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 185g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G86
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Motorola Moto G86 better?
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $224 vs $799
- Longer battery life (59/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 2813
- Lighter: 162g vs 185g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 40/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 70/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto G86 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 18 points higher (74/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G86 leads (59/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Motorola Moto G86 — 68/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100; 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 (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto G86 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G86 (77/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G86 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (59/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G86 (89/100 vs 70/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto G86 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 7300 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.7" P-OLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1220x2712 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| 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 | 128GB / 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 | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $224 | $799 |
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
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G86
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- 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 68.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $575. Motorola Moto G86 was $575 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G86 (89/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto G86 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G86 (77/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G86 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (59/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G86 (89/100 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 18 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 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G86 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G86 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 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.