Moto G 5G (2026) vs Moto G Play 5G (2026) — Motorola keeps the good vibe from 2025 with these new 2026 launches, presenting two fresh 5G motorcycles of its famous G line with Moto G 5G and Moto G Power 5G being the titles. The two handsets cater to the persona who seeks high performance, clean software, and longer battery life all in a budget framework.
1. Leather finish design just like in the premium segment
- Good hand-feel, comfortable holding, and stylish look
2. 6.7-inch HD+ display with 120Hz refresh rate
- Fluid scrolling and vibrant visuals
3. MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor
- Works great with daily tasks and gives you the flexibility to play light games
4. 5200mAh battery + 30W fast charging
- Battery life for the whole day and fast charging
5. 50MP main camera and 32MP selfie on Moto G 5G
- More detailed and sharp images
6. 32MP rear + 8MP selfie on the Moto G Power 5G
- Could come handy for basic photography and video calling
7. Dolby Atmos stereo speakers + 3.5mm jack
- Double the fun of music and videos
8. Side-mounted fingerprint scanner
- Unlocking that is both quick and responsive
9. 4GB RAM + 128/256GB storage, microSD support up to 1TB
- No Worries About Storing Content
10. Affordable Prices
- Moto G 5G (2026): $199 (approximately ₹17,700)
- Moto G Power 5G (2026): $169 (approximately ₹15,000)
Which Phone for Who?
- 📷 Want a Better Camera? → Moto G 5G (2026)
- 🔋 Want Longer Battery Life and a Budget-Friendly Option? → Moto G Power 5G (2026)
Quick Verdict
What you want to do with a 15,000-18,000 budget and to get a phone that has
- ✔ Stock-like Android
- ✔ Strong battery
- ✔ Looking like a premium product
- ✔ 5G support
Then Motorola’s latest G-series might be the right choice for you.
