Motorola Moto G 06 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Our Verdict: The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera hardware with a 200MP main sensor to the Motorola Moto G 06's 50MP, plus a 12MP selfie camera against 8MP, and only the S25 Ultra is a 5G phone; the Moto G 06 maxes out at 4G. The S25 Ultra offers up to 1TB of storage versus 64GB on the Moto G 06, and the S25 Ultra has the sharper display at 505 PPI to 260. The S25 Ultra is the one to have if you want what it adds, but the Moto G 06 is the smarter buy if you'd rather keep the money.
Over a full contract, the Moto G 06 works out around £202 all-in, about £638 less than the S25 Ultra.
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Motorola Moto G 06
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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
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| Expert Rating | 3.4 5 reviews |
4.4 12 reviews |
| Screen | 6.88" | 6.8" |
| Display | IPS LCD | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 720 x 1640 | 1440 x 3120 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 260 | 505 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 200 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 8 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Mediatek Helio G81 Extreme (12 nm) | Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) |
| Battery | 5,200 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |
| 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/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 with A2DP | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 171.4 x 77.5 x 8.3 mm | 162.8 x 77.6 x 8.2 mm |
| Weight | 194 grams | 219 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts |
£8.00/mo
£0.00 upfront |
£33.79/mo
£29.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £79.00 | £569.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Motorola Moto G 06 or Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Motorola Moto G 06 is cheaper on contract at £201.68 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 S25 Ultra?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.9", the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has the sharper display at 505 pixels per inch versus 260, and the Motorola Moto G 06 uses a IPS LCD panel while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Motorola Moto G 06 or Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Motorola Moto G 06 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has a 200 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 S25 Ultra?
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 S25 Ultra?
The Motorola Moto G 06 is available in 64GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.
What processors do the Motorola Moto G 06 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra use?
The Motorola Moto G 06 is powered by the Mediatek Helio G81 Extreme (12 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra uses the Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Moto G 06 or Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
It's a trade-off: the Motorola Moto G 06 is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is more compact. It's 25g lighter at 194 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is actually the more compact phone at 162.8 x 77.6 x 8.2 mm.
Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Moto G 06 or Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Motorola Moto G 06 is rated IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes), while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.
What operating system do the Motorola Moto G 06 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra run?
Both phones run Android 15.