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Motorola Moto G (3rd generation) vs Motorola moto g86 5G

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MotorolaMoto G (3rd generation)Motorolamoto g86 5G
Overview
ReleasedJuly 2015June 2025
Display
Screen size5″6.67″
Resolution1280 × 7202712 × 1220
Sharpness294 pixels per inch446 pixels per inch
PanelLCDOLED
Refresh rate–120 Hz
Peak brightness–4,500 nits
Display typeIPS LCD, confirmed by NotebookcheckpOLED, 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 protectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3, reported by NotebookcheckCorning Gorilla Glass 7i
Display features–HDR10+, 100% DCI-P3, adaptive refresh up to 120 Hz and Display Colour Boost
Performance
ChipQualcomm Snapdragon 410MediaTek Dimensity 7300
Memory1 GB – 2 GB8 GB
Storage8 GB, 16 GB256 GB
CPUQuad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53; MSM8916 identified by Notebookcheck–
GPUAdreno 306, identified by Notebookcheck–
Storage typeeMMC; microSD expansion up to 32 GB, reported by NotebookcheckUK 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 camera13 MP50 MP
Ultra wide cameraNone8 MP
Telephoto cameraNoneNone
Optical zoomNoneNone
Front camera5 MP32 MP
Main camera13 MP f/2.0 camera with dual-tone LED flash, reported by Notebookcheck50 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 camera5 MP f/2.2 fixed-focus camera, reported by Notebookcheck32 MP, f/2.2, 0.7 µm pixels with Quad Pixel binning to 1.4 µm
Video recording1080p 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
Battery2,470 mAh5,200 mAh
Wired charging–Up to 30 W
Wireless chargingNoneNone
Battery life detail2,470 mAh non-removable battery5,200 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
Weight155 g185 g
Thickness11.6 mm7.87 mm
Height × width142.1 × 72.4 mm161.21 × 74.74 mm
Water and dust resistance–IP69
Materials–PU/vegan leather rear and plastic frame
Colours–PANTONE Spellbound, Cosmic Sky, Chrysanthemum and Golden Cypress
Water resistance detailIPX7; fresh water up to 1 metre for 30 minutes with the rear cover firmly closed; not dustproofIP68 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
SpeakersFront mono media speaker and 3.5 mm headphone socket, confirmed by Notebookcheck; stereo speakers from the 2014 model were removedDual stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos; no FM radio
Microphones–Two microphones
Software
Operating systemAndroidAndroid
Software at launchAndroid 5.1.1 Lollipop, confirmed by Notebookcheck and Tech AdvisorAndroid 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 network4G LTE, confirmed by Tech Advisor5G 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; European XT1541 reviewed by Notebookcheck is single-SIM; dual-SIM available in some markets according to QualcommOne physical SIM plus eSIM
Wi-Fi802.11 b/g/n on 2.4 GHz, reported by NotebookcheckWi-Fi 6, 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, 2.4/5 GHz and hotspot
BluetoothBluetooth 4.0, reported by NotebookcheckBluetooth 5.4
NFCNone, confirmed by Notebookcheck and Tech AdvisorSupported
USBMicro-USB 2.0, reported by NotebookcheckUSB-C, USB 2.0; audio through USB-C, no 3.5 mm socket
Positioning–GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou and QZSS

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