Moto G17 vs Moto G Play 2026
Key Specifications
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Extreme Edition | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.72", LCD, 60Hz | 6.7", LCD, 120Hz | ||
| Camera | 50MP+5MP/32MP (Front) | 32MP/8MP (Front) | ||
| Battery | 5200mAh, 18W | 5200mAh, 18W | ||
| RAM | 8GB | 4GB | ||
| Storage | 128GB | 64GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Not available in India | Not available in India |
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General
| Colors | PANTONE Evening Blue, PANTONE Alaskan Blue, PANTONE Bordeaux | PANTONE Tapestry | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | January 29, 2026 | November 05, 2025 | ||
| Availability | January 29, 2026 | November 13, 2025 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹18,699 | ₹16,299 |
Display
| Type | LCD | LCD | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | SDR | SDR | ||
| Size | 6.72 inches | 6.7 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 720 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2400 pixels | 1604 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 391 ppi | 263 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | HD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 1000 nits |
Body
| Weight | 190 grams | 202 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | Gorilla Glass 3 | Gorilla Glass 3 | ||
| Back | Eco Leather | Vegan Leather | ||
| Side | Plastic Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Port | USB Type-C 2.0 | USB Type-C 2.0 | ||
| IP rating | IP64 (Dust and Water Resistant) | Water Repellent Design | ||
| Speaker | Stereo Speakers | Stereo Speakers | ||
| Build Quality | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 |
Processor
| Chipset Brand | MediaTek | MediaTek | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | Helio G81 Extreme Edition | Dimensity 6300 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Mali-G52 MC2 | Arm Mali-G57 MC2 |
Main Camera
| Camera Resolution | 50 MP | 32 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 5 MP | |||
| Camera 2 Type | Ultra-wide | |||
| Features | Dual LED Flash, HDR, Night Mode, Panorama, Portrait Mode | Audio Zoom, Capture smiles, HDR, HIGH-RES, Night Vision, Slow Motion, Timelapse | ||
| Stabilization | No Stabilization | No Stabilization | ||
| Video | Slow Motion |
Operating System
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Software Skin | Motorola MyUx | Motorola MyUx | ||
| AI Features | Google Gemini | AI Camera | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 2 year(s) |
Selfie Camera
| Front Camera Resolution | 32 MP | 8 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Camera Type | Wide | Wide | ||
| Features | HDR Photos, Night mode, Portrait Mode | Auto Smile Capture, Face unlock, Gesture Selfie, Night, Portrait Mode, Pro Mode, Time Lapse | ||
| Video | 1080@30fps | 1080@30fps |
Battery
| Capacity | 5200 mAh | 5200 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wireless Charging | ||||
| Charging Speed | 18 W | 18 W | ||
| Battery Type | Lithium Polymer |
Memory
| Storage | 128 GB | 64 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | UFS 2.2 | UFS 2.2 | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 4 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
Network
| Sim Slot | Hybrid Dual SIM (2 Nano SIMs + 1 microSD) | Dual SIM (nano-SIM & eSIM) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | 5G, GSM, LTE, UMTS | 5G, GSM, LTE, WCDMA |
Connectivity
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | 5.1 | ||
| Positioning | A-GPS, Galileo, GLONASS, GPS, QZSS | A-GPS, Galileo, GPS, LTEPP, SUPL | ||
| NFC | Supported | Supported | ||
| Radio | - | FM Radio |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | Side Mounted | Side Mounted | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Barometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, SAR Sensor |
