Motorola Moto G 06 vs Samsung Galaxy A26

Our Verdict: Against Moto G 06, Galaxy A26 offers more storage headroom, up to 256GB against 64GB, with another advantage: Galaxy A26 also has the sharper display at about 385 PPI to 260. Current deal totals put Moto G 06 from about £79, around £155.99 below Galaxy A26. Moto G 06 counters mainly on cost. Pay more for Galaxy A26 only if its hardware advantages matter to you; otherwise Moto G 06 is the more cost-conscious choice.

Over a full contract, the Moto G 06 works out around £201 all-in, about £123 less than the A26.

Expert Rating
3.4
5 reviews
3.6
10 reviews
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) 5nm Exynos 1280
Battery
5,200 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage
64GB 128GB, 256GB
OS
Android 15 Android
SIM Type
Nano SIM + Nano SIM Nano 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 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
171.4 x 77.5 x 8.3 mm 164 x 77.5 x 7.7 mm
Weight
194 grams 200 grams
Water Resistance
IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min)
Contracts
£8.00/mo (£0.00 upfront) £12.29/mo (£29.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£79.00 £194.99

Prices updated 25 July 2026

Motorola Moto G 06 Motorola Moto G 06 Samsung Galaxy A26 Samsung Galaxy A26
Expert Rating 3.4
5 reviews
3.6
10 reviews
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) 5nm Exynos 1280
Battery 5,200 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage 64GB 128GB, 256GB
OS Android 15 Android
SIM Type Nano SIM + Nano SIM Nano 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 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 171.4 x 77.5 x 8.3 mm 164 x 77.5 x 7.7 mm
Weight 194 grams 200 grams
Water Resistance IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min)
Contracts £8.00/mo
£0.00 upfront
£12.29/mo
£29.00 upfront
SIM-free £79.00 £194.99
Prices updated 25 July 2026
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

Motorola Moto G 06
Motorola Moto G 06

24 Months

64GB

Tapestry

0.5GB

Data

£8 per month, with FREE phone.

Samsung Galaxy A26
Samsung Galaxy A26

24 Months

128GB

Black

10GB

Data

£12.29 per month, £29 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Motorola Moto G 06 or Samsung Galaxy A26 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Motorola Moto G 06 is cheaper on contract at £200.70 over the life of the deal from £8.00 per month with £0.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Motorola Moto G 06 or Samsung Galaxy A26?

The Motorola Moto G 06 has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A26's 6.7", the Samsung Galaxy A26 has the sharper display at 385 pixels per inch versus 260, and the Motorola Moto G 06 uses a IPS LCD panel while the Samsung Galaxy A26 has a Super AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Motorola Moto G 06 or Samsung Galaxy A26?

The Motorola Moto G 06 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A26 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 or Samsung Galaxy A26?

The Motorola Moto G 06 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £79.00.

What storage options are available for the Motorola Moto G 06 and Samsung Galaxy A26?

The Motorola Moto G 06 is available in 64GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A26 comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the Motorola Moto G 06 and Samsung Galaxy A26 use?

The Motorola Moto G 06 is powered by the Mediatek Helio G81 Extreme (12 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A26 uses the 5nm Exynos 1280 .

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Moto G 06 or Samsung Galaxy A26?

It's a trade-off: the Motorola Moto G 06 is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy A26 is more compact. It's 6g lighter at 194 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy A26 is actually the more compact phone at 164 x 77.5 x 7.7 mm, the Samsung Galaxy A26 is slimmer at 7.7mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Moto G 06 or Samsung Galaxy A26?

The Motorola Moto G 06 is rated IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes), while the Samsung Galaxy A26 is rated IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min).

What operating system do the Motorola Moto G 06 and Samsung Galaxy A26 run?

The Motorola Moto G 06 runs Android 15 and the Samsung Galaxy A26 runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.