Motorola Moto G 06 Power vs Samsung Galaxy A17 4G

Our Verdict: Motorola Moto G 06 Power brings the more distinctive advantage, namely a larger 7000mAh battery, while remembering capacity is not a full battery-life test. Samsung Galaxy A17 4G should not be dismissed, particularly for a lighter 192g body. Let Motorola Moto G 06 Power lead if battery capacity matters; let Samsung Galaxy A17 4G lead if portability matters.

The Moto G 06 Power is the cheaper one to own: around £213 over a typical contract, £78 less than the A17 4G.

Screen
6.88" 6.7"
Display
IPS LCD Super AMOLED
Resolution
720 x 1640 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
260 385
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
8 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek Helio G81 Extreme (12 nm) Exynos 1330 (5 nm)
Battery
7,000 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage
64GB 128GB
OS
Android 15 Android
SIM Type
Nano SIM + Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 4G Up to 4G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth
5.0 with A2DP 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
171.4 x 77.5 x 8.8 mm 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm
Weight
220 grams 192 grams
Water Resistance
IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP54, dust and splash resistant
Contracts
£8.50/mo (£0.00 upfront) £9.99/mo (£29.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£89.99 £137.00

Prices updated 26 July 2026

Motorola Moto G 06 Power Motorola Moto G 06 Power Samsung Galaxy A17  4G Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
Screen 6.88" 6.7"
Display IPS LCD Super AMOLED
Resolution 720 x 1640 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 260 385
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 8 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek Helio G81 Extreme (12 nm) Exynos 1330 (5 nm)
Battery 7,000 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage 64GB 128GB
OS Android 15 Android
SIM Type Nano SIM + Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 4G Up to 4G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 171.4 x 77.5 x 8.8 mm 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm
Weight 220 grams 192 grams
Water Resistance IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP54, dust and splash resistant
Contracts £8.50/mo
£0.00 upfront
£9.99/mo
£29.00 upfront
SIM-free £89.99 £137.00
Prices updated 26 July 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Motorola Moto G 06 Power or Samsung Galaxy A17 4G cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Motorola Moto G 06 Power is cheaper on contract at £213.27 over the life of the deal from £8.50 per month with £0.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Motorola Moto G 06 Power or Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?

The Motorola Moto G 06 Power has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G's 6.7", the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G has the sharper display at 385 pixels per inch versus 260, and the Motorola Moto G 06 Power uses a IPS LCD panel while the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G has a Super AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Motorola Moto G 06 Power or Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?

The Motorola Moto G 06 Power features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Motorola Moto G 06 Power or Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?

The Motorola Moto G 06 Power is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £89.99.

What storage options are available for the Motorola Moto G 06 Power and Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?

The Motorola Moto G 06 Power is available in 64GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Motorola Moto G 06 Power and Samsung Galaxy A17 4G use?

The Motorola Moto G 06 Power is powered by the Mediatek Helio G81 Extreme (12 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G uses the Exynos 1330 (5 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Moto G 06 Power or Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is the more portable of the two: it's 28g lighter at 192 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm, and is slimmer at 7.5mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Moto G 06 Power or Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?

The Motorola Moto G 06 Power is rated IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes), while the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is rated IP54, dust and splash resistant.

What operating system do the Motorola Moto G 06 Power and Samsung Galaxy A17 4G run?

The Motorola Moto G 06 Power runs Android 15 and the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.