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Moto G Play (2026)

US Price

$249

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Processor

Snapdragon 4 Gen 1

Main Camera

50MP Main Camera

Display

6.7-inch 120Hz IPS LCD

Battery

5000 mAh Battery (15W Fast Charging)

Key Features & Connectivity

5G Supported

NFC Enabled

eSIM Support

Wi-Fi 6/7 Ready

Water Resistant

Headphone Jack

ColorsSapphire Blue, Matte Black

Water RatingWater-repellent design

Release DateNovember 13, 2025

OS SupportNot Supported

Made InChina

Moto G Play (2026) Overview

The Moto G Play (2026) is a Motorola smartphone released in November 2025 with a US reference price of $249. It runs on the Snapdragon 4 Gen 1, has a 6.5-inch 90Hz IPS LCD display, uses a 50MP Main Camera and packs a 5000 mAh battery. It supports 5G.

General Information

US Price

$249

Weight

202 g

Dimensions

167.2 x 76.4 x 8.5 mm

Build

Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic frame, eco leather back

SIM

Nano-SIM

Water resistance

Water-repellent design

Made in

China

Variants

64GB 4GB RAM

Display

Display type

IPS LCD

Screen size

6.7 inches

Resolution

720 x 1604 pixels

Refresh rate

120Hz

Brightness

1000 nits (peak)

HDR

Not Supported

Protection

Corning Gorilla Glass 3

Pixel density

~262 ppi

Performance

Chipset

MediaTek Dimensity 6300

CPU

Octa-core

GPU

Mali-G57 MC2

Process

6 nm

RAM

4GB

Storage

64GB

Storage type

UFS 2.2

Geekbench (single / multi)

[REQUIRES REVIEW]

Cooling

Not Supported

Rear Camera

CamerasSingle

Main32 MP, f/2.0, (wide), PDAF

UltrawideNone

TelephotoNone

MacroNot Supported

StabilizationNot Supported

FlashLED flash, HDR, panorama

Video1080p@30fps

Front Selfie Camera

Selfie camera8 MP, f/2.4, (wide)

HDRHDR

Portrait mode[REQUIRES REVIEW]

Video1080p@30fps

Battery & Charging

Capacity

5000 mAh

Wired charging

20W wired

Wireless charging

Not Supported

Reverse charging

Not Supported

Charger in box

No (Charging block sold separately)

USB

USB Type-C 2.0

Network & Connectivity

Supported

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band

Bluetooth

5.3, A2DP, LE

NFC

Yes (Supports contact payments)

Positioning

GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO

IR blaster

Headphone jack

Yes (Supports legacy analog jacks)

Sensors

Fingerprint

Side-mounted

Gyroscope

Yes (3-axis gyroscope)

Compass

Yes (Supports compass apps)

Accelerometer

Yes (Motion detection)

Face unlock

Yes

Software & AI

Android 16

Updates

Not Supported

Circle to Search

AI photo editing

Live translation

AI assistant

Pros

• Eodern build quality and modern design aesthetics.
• Seature-rich 50 MP PDAF camera system captures detailed and vibrant photos.
• Eightning-quick Octa-core processor handles multitasking and gaming effortlessly.

Cons

• Lacks a 3.5mm headphone jack, requiring wireless or USB-C audio solutions.
• The camera housing protrudes noticeably from the rear panel.
• No official IP rating for water and dust resistance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Moto G Play (2026) camera good for photography?

Yes, the 50 MP PDAF primary camera captures sharp, detailed photos with excellent color accuracy. It also performs well in low-light conditions.

What storage options are available for the Moto G Play (2026)?

The Moto G Play (2026) comes in multiple storage configurations. Visit the full specs page for detailed information on available RAM and storage variants in the US market.

Does the Moto G Play (2026) support 5G networks?

The Moto G Play (2026) is designed with modern connectivity in mind. Check the detailed specs to confirm 5G band compatibility with major US carriers like AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon.

Is the Moto G Play (2026) worth buying in the USA?

Absolutely. The Moto G Play (2026) offers a strong combination of performance, camera quality, battery life, and build quality, making it a smart purchase for US buyers.

What processor powers the Moto G Play (2026)?

The Moto G Play (2026) is powered by the Octa-core chipset, which provides fast and efficient performance for everyday tasks, gaming, and multitasking.