Category Breakdown
Camera
Moto G Play (2026)
Main sensor resolution (32 MP)
WinsBattery
Moto G Play (2026)
Battery capacity (5,200 mAh)
WinsCharging
Moto G Play (2026)
Wired charging speed (18W)
WinsPerformance
Moto G Play (2026)
AnTuTu benchmark (402,175 pts)
WinsDisplay
Moto G Play (2026)
Screen size (6.7")
WinsWeight
A18
Total weight (188g)
WinsValue
Moto G Play (2026)
Specs-per-dollar (server score) (10/10)
WinsFull Spec Comparison
| Spec | Moto G Play (2026) | A18 |
|---|---|---|
Display | ||
| 6.7" | 6.56" | |
| 720 × 1,604 | 720 × 1,612 | |
| IPS LCD | IPS LCD | |
| 120Hz | 90Hz | |
| 1,000 nits | 720 nits | |
Camera | ||
| 32 MP | 8 MP | |
| Single | Dual | |
| No | No | |
| Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, barometer, compass, gyro, proximity | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, compass, proximity | |
Performance | ||
| Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm) | Mediatek MT6769 Helio G85 (12 nm) | |
| 402,175 | — | |
| 2,074 | — | |
| 384 | — | |
| 4 GB | 4 GB | |
| 64 GB | 128 GB | |
Battery | ||
| 5,200 mAh | 5,000 mAh | |
| 18W | — | |
| No | No | |
Build | ||
| 202g | 188g | |
| 8.5mm | 8.2mm | |
| Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), silicone polymer (eco leather) back, plastic frame | plastic | |
| Water-repellent design | none | |
| Budget | Budget | |
Who Each Phone Is Really For
If your priorities differ from the verdict above, start here.
Best overall value
Motorola Moto G Play (2026)
Highest value score — most specs per dollar.
Budget pick
Motorola Moto G Play (2026)
Lowest price while still competitive.
Photography
Motorola Moto G Play (2026)
Highest resolution main camera.