Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026) vs vivo Y17s: Which One Should You Buy?

Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026) edges ahead with a BeastScore of 82.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

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Motorola

Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026)

Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026)
82/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Vivo · 2023

vivo Y17s

vivo Y17s
79/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
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Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026) wins 2 of 3 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026)
Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026)
2 wins
vivo Y17s
vivo Y17s
0 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedBatteryDisplay
Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026)vivo Y17s
Category winners

Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score

  • Speedfrom specsMotorola Moto G Play 5G (2026)
    51
    42
  • CameraNot enough data
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieNot enough data
  • Batteryfrom specsMotorola Moto G Play 5G (2026)
    73
    67
  • Displayfrom specsTie
    88
    88
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueNot enough data
Key differences
  • Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026) has the bigger battery5,200 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026) has the bigger screen6.7" vs 6.56"
  • vivo Y17s has more RAM6 GB vs 4 GB
  • Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026) has the faster chipDimensity 6300 vs MT6769 Helio G85
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026)
  • ✓Bigger 5,200 mAh battery (+200 mAh)
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.7" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy vivo Y17s
  • ✓813 g lighter (186 g), easier to hold
  • ✓6.56" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationMotorola Moto G Play 5G (2026)vivo Y17s
1. Display & Screen
Screen typeNot listedIPS LCD
Screen Size6.7"6.56"
Resolution & DensityN/A FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED (269 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/AN/A
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026) Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorDimensity 6300 MT6769 Helio G85
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsNot listedNot listed
Operating SystemAndroid 15 Android 13
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory4 GB LPDDR6 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage64 GB128 GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera50 MP, 50MP Main + Depth Sensorundefined MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)None (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/AN/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens16 MPundefined MP
7. Body & Dimensions
DimensionsN/AN/A
WeightN/A186 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceNot listedIP54
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026) Wins Battery
Battery Capacity5,200 mAh5,000 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingN/AFast charging
Wireless ChargingNot listedNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardNot listedNot listed
BluetoothNot listedv5.0
USB Port & SpeedNot listedUSB Type-C 2.0
NFCYesYes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch PricePrice on requestPrice on request
Our verdict

Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026) wins — BeastScore 82.0/100

After comparing all the specs, Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026) is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Higher overall BeastScore: 82.0 vs top rival 79.3 and Larger battery capacity: 5,200 mAh (+200 mAh more).

Buy Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026) if you want

Higher overall BeastScore: 82.0 vs top rival 79.3 · Larger battery capacity: 5,200 mAh (+200 mAh more)

Buy vivo Y17s if you want

Significantly faster wired charging: 15W vs max 0W · More system memory: 6GB RAM vs max 4GB

Common questions

Which is better: Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026) or vivo Y17s?

Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026) leads with an overall BeastScore of 82.0/100 compared to vivo Y17s (79.3/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 82.0 vs top rival 79.3 and Larger battery capacity: 5,200 mAh (+200 mAh more).

What are the main battery and display differences between Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026) and vivo Y17s?

Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026) has a 6.7-inch display and 5200 mAh battery. vivo Y17s has a 6.56-inch display and 5000 mAh battery.

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