See official renders of Motorola’s next two inevitably popular, low-cost phones

Fresh off its Razr-powered resurgence in popularity across the US, Motorola isn’t forgetting the bread-and-butter phones that usually keep its lights on. To that end, new official renders of the Moto G 2026 and Moto G Play 2026 just landed at Android Headlines. They show two phones that look nearly identical at a glance, but will apparently have just enough differences under the hood to justify their place in Motorola’s relatively extensive lineup.

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Some shots of the lower-cost Moto G 2026.

Enthusiasts who frequent Android Police might not expect that Motorola weighs in as the No. 2 smartphone brand in the US. But even though a lot of its models fly under the radar, they end up in millions of pockets due to their consistency and remarkable value.

Those who have been following Motorola’s design language the past couple of years will feel right at home with the new Moto Gs. Both phones feature flat 6.7-inch HD+ displays with 120Hz refresh rates, Gorilla Glass 3 protection, and centered punch-hole selfie cameras. The bezels are classic Moto budget fare — slim on the sides but chunkier along the bottom — and the frames taper just enough to avoid slab-like bulk. Around back, Motorola is doubling down on eco-leather finishes in Pantone-inspired colors, giving both models a grippy feel without forcing you into a case.

Camera bumps remain prominent, housing triple-lens arrays on the G and a simpler dual setup on the Play. The Moto G 2026 packs a 50MP main shooter with Quad Pixel tech, plus a macro lens and a 32MP selfie camera. Meanwhile, the G Play 2026 opts for a more modest 32MP rear sensor and an 8MP front-facing configuration. Both phones bring along Motorola’s usual bag of camera tricks, including Night Vision, Portrait Mode, Dual Capture, and more.

Believe it or not, this is a different phone — the Moto G Play 2026.

Inside, the similarities continue. Both devices run on MediaTek’s Dimensity 6300, a 6nm 5G-ready chip that should keep day-to-day performance snappy. Each comes with 4GB of RAM, but storage splits the two: 128GB on the G versus 64GB on the Play, both expandable with microSD.

Battery life looks promising, with 5,200mAh cells across the board. The difference is charging: the Moto G supports 30W TurboPower, while the Play tops out at 18W. Stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos, headphone jacks, and water-repellent coatings round out the package. Out of the box, both will ship with Android 16, plus Motorola’s usual software extras like Moto Secure, Family Space, and Moto Unplugged.

Motorola’s been on a hot streak lately, climbing to become the second most popular smartphone brand in the US thanks in part to its well-priced Razr foldables. But it’s phones like these that keep Motorola entrenched in carrier stores and big-box retailers, especially among buyers hunting for a bargain. If the leaked renders are anything to go by, the Moto G and G Play 2026 look set to continue that tradition: practical, affordable, and just polished enough to make you feel like you didn’t cheap out.

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  Moto G (2025)
  

  SoC

  MediaTek Dimensity 6300

  Display type

  120Hz LCD

  Display dimensions

  6.7-inch

  Display resolution

  1604 x 720

  RAM

  4GB

  Storage

  64GB/128GB, expandable

  The Moto G (2025) might not look like much on paper, but for $200, this might be all the phone you need. With quick 5G networking, a speedy 120Hz display, and plenty of shared specs with its more expensive sibling, Motorola’s cheapest phone might just be your next.

  
  

  Battery

  5,000mAh

  Charge speed

  30W wired

  Operating System

  Android 15

  Front camera

  16MP

  Rear camera

  50MP f/1.8 main, 2MP depth

  Dimensions

  167.05 x 76.30 x 8.16mm

  Weight

  193g

  IP Rating

  IP52

  
  

  $200 at Motorola
  $200 at Amazon
  $200 at Best Buy

  
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  Moto Edge (2025)
  

  SoC

  Mediatek Dimensity 7400

  Display type

  pOLED

  Display dimensions

  6.7-inch

  Display resolution

  1220 x 2712 pixels

  RAM

  8GB

  Storage

  256GB

  Moto Edge (2025) is the company’s latest Android mid-ranger, packing serious specs like the MediaTek 7400 chipset, a large 5200mAh battery with 68W fast charging, and solid durability with IP68 and IP69 ratings. The Edge 2025 also includes several built-in AI features and boasts a 6.7-inch Super HD pOLED display.

  
  

  Battery

  5200 mAh

  Charge speed

  68W

  Operating System

  Android 15

  Front camera

  50MP

  Rear camera

  50MP (main) + 10MP (telephoto) + 50MP (ultra-wide)

  Dimensions

  161.2 x 73.1 x 8 mm

  Weight

  181 grams

  IP Rating

  IP68 + IP69

  
  

  $550 at Motorola

  
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  Moto G Power (2025)
  

  SoC

  MediaTek Dimensity 6300

  Display type

  120Hz LCD

  Display dimensions

  6.8-inch

  Display resolution

  2388 x 1080

  RAM

  8GB

  Storage

  128GB, expandable

  Motorola’s new Moto G Power combines a sleek, attractive green colorway with solid specs for just $300. But whether it’s so-so software support and limited camera tools will send buyers looking elsewhere remains to be seen. Its powered by a Dimensity 6300 chipset and 8GB of RAM, giving it decent performance for a budget phone. Battery life is solid from its 5,000mAh battery. 

  
  

  Battery

  5,000mAh

  Charge speed

  30W, 15W wireless

  Operating System

  Android 15

  Front camera

  16MP

  Rear camera

  50MP f/1.8 main, 8MP f/2.2 ultra-wide

  Dimensions

  166.62 x 77.10 x 8.72mm

  Weight

  208g

  IP Rating

  IP68 + IP69

  
  

  $300 at Motorola
  $300 at Amazon

  
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