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Motorola Moto G86 5G vs Samsung Galaxy A17 5G: Which One Should You Buy?

Motorola Moto G86 5G edges ahead with a BeastScore of 86.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

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Motorola · 2025

Motorola Moto G86 5G

Motorola Moto G86 5G
86/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Samsung · 2025

Samsung Galaxy A17 5G

Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
86/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

Samsung Galaxy A17 5G wins 2 of 6 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Motorola Moto G86 5G
Motorola Moto G86 5G
1 win
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
2 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplayConnectivity
Motorola Moto G86 5GSamsung Galaxy A17 5G
Category winners

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

  • Speedfrom specsMotorola Moto G86 5G
    69
    63
  • Camerafrom specsTie
    32
    32
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieTie
    60
    60
  • BatterySamsung Galaxy A17 5G
    41
    54
  • Displayfrom specsTie
    85
    85
  • ConnectivitySamsung Galaxy A17 5G
    55
    65
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueNot enough data
Key differences
  • Motorola Moto G86 5G has the bigger battery5,200 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Samsung Galaxy A17 5G has the bigger screen6.7" vs 6.67"
  • Motorola Moto G86 5G is lighter185 g vs 192 g
  • Samsung Galaxy A17 5G has newer Bluetooth5.3 vs 5
  • Motorola Moto G86 5G has more RAM12 GB vs 8 GB
  • Motorola Moto G86 5G has the faster chipDimensity 7300 vs Exynos 1330
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Motorola Moto G86 5G
  • ✓7 g lighter (185 g), easier to hold
  • ✓Bigger 5,200 mAh battery (+200 mAh)
  • ✓50 MP main camera
Reasons to buy Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.7" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationMotorola Moto G86 5GSamsung Galaxy A17 5G
1. Display & Screen
Screen typeP-OLEDColor Super AMOLED Screen (16M Colors)
Screen Size6.67"6.7"
Resolution & Density1220 x 2712 (446 ppi)~ 385 PPI
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/AN/A
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Motorola Moto G86 5G Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorDimensity 7300 Exynos 1330
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsNot listedNot listed
Operating SystemAndroid 15 15Android 15 15
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage512 GB256 GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera50 MP, 50MP Main + Depth Sensor50 MP, 50MP Main + Depth Sensor
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 MP16 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Motorola Moto G86 5G Lightest Chassis
DimensionsN/AN/A
Weight185 g192 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceIP68/IP69Not listed
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Samsung Galaxy A17 5G Wins Battery
Battery Capacity5,200 mAh5,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging30W wired fast chargingN/A
Wireless ChargingNot listedNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardNot listedYes, with wifi-hotspot
Bluetoothv5.0Yes, v5.3
USB Port & SpeedUSB Type-C 2.0Yes, USB-C v2.0
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 G86 5G wins — BeastScore 86.0/100

After comparing all the specs, Motorola Moto G86 5G is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Larger battery capacity: 5,200 mAh (+200 mAh more) and Significantly faster wired charging: 30W vs max 0W.

Buy Motorola Moto G86 5G if you want

Larger battery capacity: 5,200 mAh (+200 mAh more) · Significantly faster wired charging: 30W vs max 0W

Buy Samsung Galaxy A17 5G if you want

Balanced specifications with Samsung hardware design · Runs Android 15 with optimized security support

Common questions

Which is better: Motorola Moto G86 5G or Samsung Galaxy A17 5G?

Motorola Moto G86 5G leads with an overall BeastScore of 86.0/100 compared to Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (86.0/100), driven by advantages in Larger battery capacity: 5,200 mAh (+200 mAh more) and Significantly faster wired charging: 30W vs max 0W.

What are the main battery and display differences between Motorola Moto G86 5G and Samsung Galaxy A17 5G?

Motorola Moto G86 5G has a 6.67-inch display and 5200 mAh battery. Samsung Galaxy A17 5G has a 6.7-inch display and 5000 mAh battery.

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