Motorola Moto G 06 Power vs Samsung Galaxy S25+
Our Verdict: Only the S25+ is a 5G phone; the Motorola Moto G 06 Power maxes out at 4G, and there's more battery in the Moto G 06 Power, 7000mAh to 4900mAh, which usually means longer between charges. The Moto G 06 Power has the bigger screen at 6.9" against 6.7", while the S25+ has the sharper one at 513 PPI, and the S25+ offers up to 512GB of storage versus 64GB on the Moto G 06 Power. Only pay up for the S25+ if you'll use what it offers; if not, the Moto G 06 Power makes more sense.
The Moto G 06 Power is the cheaper one to own: around £214 over a typical contract, £664 less than the S25+.
Motorola Moto G 06 Power
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Samsung Galaxy S25+
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| Screen | 6.88" | 6.7" |
| Display | IPS LCD | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 720 x 1640 | 1440 x 3120 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 260 | 513 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 8 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Mediatek Helio G81 Extreme (12 nm) | Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) |
| Battery | 7,000 mAh | 4,900 mAh |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 |
| 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/6e |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 with A2DP | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 171.4 x 77.5 x 8.8 mm | 158.44 x 75.79 x 7.35 mm |
| Weight | 220 grams | 190 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts |
£8.50/mo
£0.00 upfront |
£69.83/mo
£30.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £89.99 | £489.99 |
| Deals | Deals |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Motorola Moto G 06 Power or Samsung Galaxy S25+ cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Motorola Moto G 06 Power is cheaper on contract at £214.32 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 S25+?
The Motorola Moto G 06 Power has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S25+'s 6.7", the Samsung Galaxy S25+ has the sharper display at 513 pixels per inch versus 260, and the Motorola Moto G 06 Power uses a IPS LCD panel while the Samsung Galaxy S25+ has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Motorola Moto G 06 Power or Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Motorola Moto G 06 Power features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S25+ 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 S25+?
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 S25+?
The Motorola Moto G 06 Power is available in 64GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S25+ comes in 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Motorola Moto G 06 Power and Samsung Galaxy S25+ use?
The Motorola Moto G 06 Power is powered by the Mediatek Helio G81 Extreme (12 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S25+ uses the Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Moto G 06 Power or Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ is the more portable of the two: it's 30g lighter at 190 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 158.44 x 75.79 x 7.35 mm, and is slimmer at 7.35mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Moto G 06 Power or Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Motorola Moto G 06 Power is rated IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes), while the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.
What operating system do the Motorola Moto G 06 Power and Samsung Galaxy S25+ run?
Both phones run Android 15.