Motorola Moto G 06 Power vs Samsung Galaxy A27

Our Verdict: Start with Samsung Galaxy A27 if you want the sharper 385ppi display, storage up to 256GB and the lighter 200g body. Motorola Moto G 06 Power asks for less as a SIM-free buy, coming in at £89.99 rather than £317. That leaves Samsung Galaxy A27 ahead for specs, while Motorola Moto G 06 Power has the clearer price argument.

Over a full contract, the Moto G 06 Power works out around £213 all-in, about £140 less than the A27.

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 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek Helio G81 Extreme (12 nm) Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm)
Battery
7,000 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage
64GB 128GB, 256GB
OS
Android 15 Android
SIM Type
Nano SIM + Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 4G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth
5.0 with A2DP 5.1, A2DP, LE, ASHA
Dimensions
171.4 x 77.5 x 8.8 mm 162.8 x 78.2 x 7.8 mm
Weight
220 grams 200 grams
Water Resistance
IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes)
Contracts
£8.50/mo (£0.00 upfront) £12.99/mo (£19.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£89.99 £229.00

Prices updated 27 July 2026

Motorola Moto G 06 Power Motorola Moto G 06 Power Samsung Galaxy A27 Samsung Galaxy A27
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 12 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek Helio G81 Extreme (12 nm) Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm)
Battery 7,000 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage 64GB 128GB, 256GB
OS Android 15 Android
SIM Type Nano SIM + Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 4G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP 5.1, A2DP, LE, ASHA
Dimensions 171.4 x 77.5 x 8.8 mm 162.8 x 78.2 x 7.8 mm
Weight 220 grams 200 grams
Water Resistance IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes)
Contracts £8.50/mo
£0.00 upfront
£12.99/mo
£19.00 upfront
SIM-free £89.99 £229.00
Prices updated 27 July 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Motorola Moto G 06 Power or Samsung Galaxy A27 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 A27?

The Motorola Moto G 06 Power has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A27's 6.7", the Samsung Galaxy A27 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 A27 has a Super AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Motorola Moto G 06 Power or Samsung Galaxy A27?

The Motorola Moto G 06 Power features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A27 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 A27?

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 A27?

The Motorola Moto G 06 Power is available in 64GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A27 comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the Motorola Moto G 06 Power and Samsung Galaxy A27 use?

The Motorola Moto G 06 Power is powered by the Mediatek Helio G81 Extreme (12 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A27 uses the Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Moto G 06 Power or Samsung Galaxy A27?

The Samsung Galaxy A27 is the more portable of the two: it's 20g lighter at 200 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 162.8 x 78.2 x 7.8 mm, and is slimmer at 7.8mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Moto G 06 Power or Samsung Galaxy A27?

Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes).

What operating system do the Motorola Moto G 06 Power and Samsung Galaxy A27 run?

The Motorola Moto G 06 Power runs Android 15 and the Samsung Galaxy A27 runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.