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iPhone 17 Pro vs Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026): Which One Should You Buy?

Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026) edges ahead with a BeastScore of 82.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Apple · 2025

iPhone 17 Pro

iPhone 17 Pro
81/ 100
Launch price$1,099
Motorola

Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026)

Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026)
82/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

iPhone 17 Pro wins 3 of 5 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

iPhone 17 Pro
iPhone 17 Pro
3 wins
Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026)
Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026)
1 win
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplay
iPhone 17 ProMotorola Moto G Play 5G (2026)
Category winners

Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score

  • Speedfrom specsiPhone 17 Pro
    96
    51
  • Camerafrom specsiPhone 17 Pro
    91
    32
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieiPhone 17 Pro
    76
    60
  • Batteryfrom specsMotorola Moto G Play 5G (2026)
    42
    73
  • Displayfrom specsTie
    88
    88
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueNot enough data
Key differences
  • Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026) has the bigger battery5,200 mAh vs 4,252 mAh
  • Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026) has a sharper main camera50 MP vs 48 MP
  • Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026) has the bigger screen6.7" vs 6.3"
  • iPhone 17 Pro has a sharper selfie camera18 MP vs 16 MP
  • iPhone 17 Pro has more RAM12 GB vs 4 GB
  • iPhone 17 Pro has the faster chipApple A19 Pro vs Dimensity 6300
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy iPhone 17 Pro
  • ✓793 g lighter (206 g), easier to hold
  • ✓$8900 cheaper at launch ($1099 vs $9999)
  • ✓48 MP main camera
Reasons to buy Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026)
  • ✓Bigger 5,200 mAh battery (+948 mAh)
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.7" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationiPhone 17 ProMotorola Moto G Play 5G (2026)
1. Display & Screen
Screen typeLTPO Super Retina XDR OLEDNot listed
Screen Size6.3"6.7"
Resolution & Density2622x1206 (460 ppi)N/A
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness3,000 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 iPhone 17 Pro Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorApple A19 Pro (3nm)Dimensity 6300
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsApple GPU (6-core)Not listed
Operating SystemiOS 26Android 15
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR4 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB / 1024GB64 GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 iPhone 17 Pro Wins Camera
Primary Camera48 MP, f/1.78, OIS, Fusion 48MP50 MP, 50MP Main + Depth Sensor
Telephoto Zoom48 MP (8x optical zoom), f/2.8, OISNone (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera48 MP, f/2.2N/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens18 MP, f/1.916 MP
7. Body & Dimensions
Dimensions150 x 71.9 x 8.75 mmN/A
Weight206 gN/A
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceIP68Not listed
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026) Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,252 mAh5,200 mAh
Wired Fast Charging40W wired fast chargingN/A
Wireless Charging25W wireless chargingNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7Not listed
Bluetooth6.0Not listed
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.0Not listed
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch Price$1099Price on request
Our verdict

Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026) wins — BeastScore 82.0/100

After comparing all the specs, Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026) is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Higher overall BeastScore: 82.0 vs top rival 81.2 and Larger battery capacity: 5,200 mAh (+948 mAh more).

Buy iPhone 17 Pro if you want

Significantly faster wired charging: 40W vs max 0W · Dedicated optical telephoto zoom (1 lens system)

Buy Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026) if you want

Higher overall BeastScore: 82.0 vs top rival 81.2 · Larger battery capacity: 5,200 mAh (+948 mAh more)

Common questions

Which is better: iPhone 17 Pro or Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026)?

Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026) leads with an overall BeastScore of 82.0/100 compared to iPhone 17 Pro (81.2/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 82.0 vs top rival 81.2 and Larger battery capacity: 5,200 mAh (+948 mAh more).

What are the main battery and display differences between iPhone 17 Pro and Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026)?

iPhone 17 Pro has a 6.3-inch display and 4252 mAh battery. Motorola Moto G Play 5G (2026) has a 6.7-inch display and 5200 mAh battery.

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