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Motorola Moto G (1st generation) vs Motorola moto g86 5G

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MotorolaMoto G (1st generation)Motorolamoto g86 5G
Overview
ReleasedNovember 2013June 2025
Display
Screen size4.5″6.67″
Resolution1280 × 7202712 × 1220
Sharpness326 pixels per inch446 pixels per inch
PanelLCDOLED
Refresh rate–120 Hz
Peak brightness–4,500 nits
Display typeLCD; resolution and panel class confirmed by Notebookcheck and Laptop MagpOLED, 10-bit colour, 20:9 aspect ratio and 90% screen-to-body ratio
Pixel density–446 ppi, as specified by Motorola
Brightness detail–4,500 nits HDR peak brightness
Screen protection–Corning Gorilla Glass 7i
Display features–HDR10+, 100% DCI-P3, adaptive refresh up to 120 Hz and Display Colour Boost
Performance
ChipQualcomm Snapdragon 400MediaTek Dimensity 7300
Memory1 GB8 GB
Storage8 GB, 16 GB256 GB
CPUQuad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7; Snapdragon 400 MSM8226 identified by Notebookcheck–
GPUAdreno 305, identified by Notebookcheck–
Storage type1 GB RAM, confirmed by Notebookcheck and Laptop Mag; no memory-card slot on this original 3G modelUK technical sheet lists 8 GB physical RAM and 256 GB uMCP storage, expandable by microSD up to 1 TB; generic product text also advertises regional maxima of 12 GB and 512 GB without establishing a UK configuration
Cameras
Main camera5 MP50 MP
Ultra wide cameraNone8 MP
Telephoto cameraNoneNone
Optical zoomNoneNone
Front camera1.3 MP32 MP
Main camera–50 MP Sony LYTIA 600, Quad Pixel technology and optical image stabilisation
Ultra wide camera–8 MP, f/2.2 and Macro Vision close-ups, reported by Tech Advisor and Trusted Reviews; current UK maker technical sheet omits rear sensor specifications
Front camera–32 MP, f/2.2, 0.7 µm pixels with Quad Pixel binning to 1.4 µm
Video recording720p at 30 fps, reported by NotebookcheckMain camera up to 4K at 30 fps or Full HD at 60/30 fps; slow motion Full HD at 120 fps or HD at 240 fps; ultrawide/macro up to 4K at 30 fps or Full HD at 30 fps
Front video–4K or Full HD at 30 fps
Camera features–Moto ai Photo Enhancement Engine, auto smile capture for up to five faces, Auto Night Vision, photo booth, pro, portrait, gesture capture, dual capture, time-lapse and video stabilisation
Battery and charging
Battery2,070 mAh5,200 mAh
Wired charging–Up to 30 W
Wireless chargingNoneNone
Battery life detail2,070 mAh non-removable battery, reported by Notebookcheck and Laptop Mag5,200 mAh typical and 5,100 mAh rated; maker mixed-use claim of 41 hours; UK support lists at least 1,000 battery endurance cycles
Wired charging–30 W TurboPower in UK technical and support specifications; the product page's charging footnote mentions 68 W, conflicting with those specifications; charger sold separately
Design
TypeStandardStandard
Weight143 g185 g
Thickness11.6 mm7.87 mm
Height × width129.9 × 65.9 mm161.21 × 74.74 mm
Water and dust resistance–IP69
MaterialsPolycarbonate body with removable rear cover, reported by NotebookcheckPU/vegan leather rear and plastic frame
Colours–PANTONE Spellbound, Cosmic Sky, Chrysanthemum and Golden Cypress
Water resistance detail–IP68 and IP69, tested for immersion in up to 1.5 m of fresh water for 30 minutes and powerful high-temperature jets for 30 seconds; resistance declines with wear
Biometrics–In-display fingerprint reader and face unlock
Sensors–Proximity, ambient light, accelerometer, gyroscope, SAR sensor and magnetometer
SpeakersRear mono loudspeaker and 3.5 mm headphone socket, confirmed by Notebookcheck; FM radio confirmed by QualcommDual stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos; no FM radio
Microphones–Two microphones
Software
Operating systemAndroidAndroid
Software at launchAndroid 4.3 Jelly BeanAndroid 15
Software updates–Maker support lists Android 16 as the next OS and security updates until June 2029; UK technical sheet specifies four years of security support
AI features–Moto ai photo processing and Smart Connect across compatible phones, tablets, TVs and Windows PCs
Safety features–ThinkShield, Moto Secure and Moto Unplugged; Motorola tested 16 categories and 14 procedures of MIL-STD-810H, which is not a guarantee against damage
In the box–UK list includes USB-A to USB-C cable, guides, SIM tool and protective case; no charger
Connectivity
Mobile networkOriginal 2013 3G/HSPA+ model; the later Moto G LTE is a distinct revision5G sub-6, LTE, WCDMA and GSM; UK support lists 5G n1/n3/n5/n7/n8/n20/n26/n28/n38/n40/n41/n71/n77/n78
SIMMicro-SIM, confirmed by NotebookcheckOne physical SIM plus eSIM
Wi-Fi802.11 b/g/n, confirmed by NotebookcheckWi-Fi 6, 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, 2.4/5 GHz and hotspot
BluetoothBluetooth 4.0, confirmed by Notebookcheck and Laptop MagBluetooth 5.4
NFC–Supported
USBMicro-USB 2.0, confirmed by NotebookcheckUSB-C, USB 2.0; audio through USB-C, no 3.5 mm socket
PositioningGPS and GLONASS, confirmed by NotebookcheckGPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou and QZSS

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