Motorola Moto G 86 vs Samsung Galaxy A34 5G

Our verdict: Text and images look sharper on the Motorola Moto G 86 with its 446 PPI display. Camera resolution goes to the Motorola Moto G 86 with its 50MP rear shooter. Selfie fans take note: the Motorola Moto G 86 has a 32MP front camera. Portability goes to the Motorola Moto G 86 at 185g.

Expert Rating
3.9
4 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Screen
6.67" 6.6"
Display
P-OLED Super AMOLED
Resolution
1220 x 2712 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
446 390
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera
32 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek Dimensity 7300 (4 nm) MediaTek MT6877
Storage
256GB, 512GB 128GB, 256GB
OS
Android 15 Android
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e-SIM Nano 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
Bluetooth
5.4, A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
161.2 x 74.7 x 7.8 mm 161.3 x 78.1 x 8.2 mm
Weight
185 grams 199 grams
Water Resistance
IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP67 - Dust and water resistant
Contracts
£14.00/mo (£79.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£109.99
Motorola Moto G 86 Motorola Moto G 86 Samsung Galaxy A34 5G Samsung Galaxy A34 5G
Expert Rating 3.9
4 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Screen 6.67" 6.6"
Display P-OLED Super AMOLED
Resolution 1220 x 2712 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 446 390
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera 32 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek Dimensity 7300 (4 nm) MediaTek MT6877
Storage 256GB, 512GB 128GB, 256GB
OS Android 15 Android
SIM Type nano-SIM and e-SIM Nano 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
Bluetooth 5.4, A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 161.2 x 74.7 x 7.8 mm 161.3 x 78.1 x 8.2 mm
Weight 185 grams 199 grams
Water Resistance IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP67 - Dust and water resistant
Contracts £14.00/mo
£79.00 upfront
SIM-free £109.99
Deals Deals

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Motorola Moto G 86 or Samsung Galaxy A34 5G?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", the Motorola Moto G 86 has the sharper display at 446 pixels per inch versus 390, and the Motorola Moto G 86 uses a P-OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy A34 5G has a Super AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Motorola Moto G 86 or Samsung Galaxy A34 5G?

The Motorola Moto G 86 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A34 5G has a 48 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 Samsung Galaxy A34 5G?

The Motorola Moto G 86 is available in 256GB, 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A34 5G comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the Motorola Moto G 86 and Samsung Galaxy A34 5G use?

The Motorola Moto G 86 is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 7300 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A34 5G uses the MediaTek MT6877.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Moto G 86 or Samsung Galaxy A34 5G?

The Motorola Moto G 86 is the more portable of the two — it's 14g lighter at 185 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 161.2 x 74.7 x 7.8 mm, and is slimmer at 7.8mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Moto G 86 or Samsung Galaxy A34 5G?

The Motorola Moto G 86 is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy A34 5G is rated IP67 - Dust and water resistant.

What operating system do the Motorola Moto G 86 and Samsung Galaxy A34 5G run?

The Motorola Moto G 86 runs Android 15 and the Samsung Galaxy A34 5G runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.