Motorola Moto G 86 vs Motorola Moto G 86 Power
Our verdict: Contract-wise, the Motorola Moto G 86 undercuts the Motorola Moto G 86 Power by £72.00 over the full term. Day-to-day comfort favours the Motorola Moto G 86 at 185g. Heavy downloaders might appreciate the Motorola Moto G 86 — it comes in 2 storage sizes.
Motorola Moto G 86
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Motorola Moto G 86 Power
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| Screen | 6.67" | 6.67" |
| Display | P-OLED | P-OLED |
| Resolution | 1220 x 2712 | 1220 x 2712 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 446 | 446 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 32 Megapixels | 32 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 7300 (4 nm) | Mediatek Dimensity 7300 (4 nm) |
| Storage | 256GB, 512GB | 512GB |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 |
| SIM Type | nano-SIM and e-SIM | nano-SIM and e-SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.4, A2DP, LE | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 161.2 x 74.7 x 7.8 mm | 161.2 x 74.8 x 8.7 mm |
| Weight | 185 grams | 195 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) | IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) |
| Contracts |
£8.99/mo
£99.00 upfront |
£14.99/mo
£19.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £217.00 | — |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Motorola Moto G 86 or Motorola Moto G 86 Power cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Motorola Moto G 86 is cheaper on contract at £327.62 over the life of the deal from £8.99 per month with £99.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Motorola Moto G 86 or Motorola Moto G 86 Power?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", both screens are similarly sharp at around 446 pixels per inch, and both use P-OLED panels.
Which has the better camera, the Motorola Moto G 86 or Motorola Moto G 86 Power?
The Motorola Moto G 86 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Motorola Moto G 86 Power has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.
What storage options are available for the Motorola Moto G 86 and Motorola Moto G 86 Power?
The Motorola Moto G 86 is available in 256GB, 512GB, while the Motorola Moto G 86 Power comes in 512GB.
What processors do the Motorola Moto G 86 and Motorola Moto G 86 Power use?
The Motorola Moto G 86 is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 7300 (4 nm), while the Motorola Moto G 86 Power uses the Mediatek Dimensity 7300 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Moto G 86 or Motorola Moto G 86 Power?
The Motorola Moto G 86 is the more portable of the two — it's 10g lighter at 185 grams, both are similar in overall footprint, and is slimmer at 7.8mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Moto G 86 or Motorola Moto G 86 Power?
Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min).
What operating system do the Motorola Moto G 86 and Motorola Moto G 86 Power run?
Both phones run Android 15.