Moto G17 vs Moto G96 5G
Key Specifications
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Extreme Edition | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.72", LCD, 60Hz | 6.67", p-OLED, 144Hz | ||
| Camera | 50MP+5MP/32MP (Front) | 50MP+8MP/32MP (Front) | ||
| Battery | 5200mAh, 18W | 5500mAh, 33W | ||
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | ||
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Not available in India | Overall Best Pick |
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General
| Colors | PANTONE Evening Blue, PANTONE Alaskan Blue, PANTONE Bordeaux | PANTONE Greener Pastures, PANTONE Cattleya Orchid, PANTONE Ashleigh Blue, PANTONE Dresden Blue | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | January 29, 2026 | July 09, 2025 | ||
| Availability | January 29, 2026 | July 16, 2025 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹18,699 | ₹17,999 |
Display
| Type | LCD | p-OLED | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | ||
| Features | SDR | SDR | ||
| Size | 6.72 inches | 6.67 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 1080 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2400 pixels | 2400 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 20:9 | 20.9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 391 ppi | 395 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | FHD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 1600 nits |
Body
| Weight | 190 grams | 178 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | Gorilla Glass 3 | Gorilla Glass 5 | ||
| 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) | IP68 (Dust and Water Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Stereo Speakers | Stereo Speakers |
Processor
| Chipset Brand | MediaTek | Qualcomm | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | Helio G81 Extreme Edition | Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Mali-G52 MC2 | Adreno 710 |
Main Camera
| Camera Resolution | 50 MP | 50 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 5 MP | 8 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Ultra-wide | Ultra-wide | ||
| Features | Dual LED Flash, HDR, Night Mode, Panorama, Portrait Mode | HDR, LED Flash, Night Mode, Panorama, Pro Mode | ||
| Stabilization | No Stabilization | Hybrid Stabilization | ||
| Video | Slow Motion | EIS, OIS |
Operating System
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Software Skin | Motorola MyUx | Motorola Hello UI | ||
| AI Features | Google Gemini | AI Image Enhancements, AI Magic Editor, AI Zoom, Auto Smile Capture | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 1 year(s) |
Selfie Camera
| Front Camera Resolution | 32 MP | 32 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Camera Type | Wide | Wide | ||
| Features | HDR Photos, Night mode, Portrait Mode | EIS, Fixed Focus | ||
| Video | 1080@30fps |
Battery
| Capacity | 5200 mAh | 5500 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wireless Charging | ||||
| Charging Speed | 18 W | 33 W | ||
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion |
Memory
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | UFS 2.2 | UFS 2.2 | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
Network
| Sim Slot | Hybrid Dual SIM (2 Nano SIMs + 1 microSD) | Dual nano-SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | 5G, GSM, LTE, UMTS |
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 | 5.2 | ||
| Positioning | A-GPS, Galileo, GLONASS, GPS, QZSS | A-GPS, Galileo, GLONASS, GPS, LTEPP, QZSS | ||
| NFC | Supported | - | ||
| Radio | - | FM Radio |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | Side Mounted | Optical (under display) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, E-Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, SAR Sensor |
