Motorola · From $199
Release date Dec 11, 2025
Worth a Look
Based on 7 Critic Reviews
5 with a published score, 2 scored from text · How it works
Latest review Feb 9, 2026
Early score: only 7 reviews so far
Reviewers call the Moto G (2026) a dependable $199 phone with standout battery life, a stylish build and decent main-camera photos. Most also say it changes little from the 2025 model, with a 720p display, a slow Dimensity 6300 chip and a short two-year update promise. Scores range from 46 to 74, so critics are split on whether the price excuses the compromises.
“For $199, Motorola delivers a phone that nails the basics without the frustrations that plague most budget devices.”
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“If you don't want to spend much on your next phone, the Moto G (2026) fits the bill, as it costs less than $200.”
“The Moto G (2026) does not redefine the budget category, but it reinforces why the Moto G name still matters.”
“Unfortunately, the Moto G (2026) and Moto G Play (2026) fall apart where it matters most.”
Joint review of Moto G (2026) and Moto G Play (2026); the outlet's score is published for the pair.
“The moto g - 2026 smartphone looks flashy and new, but is really a phone made up of old tech and it performs like it.”
“The 2026 Motorola Moto G is an affordable and attractive Android phone that handles the basics well enough.”
PCMag's page lists an MSRP of $299.99.
“As a result, the Moto G (2026) barely covers the basics for a dependable everyday phone, and it falls short of rivals that offer more balanced hardware at a similar price.”
“Unfortunately, the Moto G (2026) and Moto G Play (2026) fall apart where it matters most.”
Joint review of Moto G (2026) and Moto G Play (2026); the outlet's score is published for the pair.
“The Moto G (2026) does not redefine the budget category, but it reinforces why the Moto G name still matters.”
“As a result, the Moto G (2026) barely covers the basics for a dependable everyday phone, and it falls short of rivals that offer more balanced hardware at a similar price.”
“For $199, Motorola delivers a phone that nails the basics without the frustrations that plague most budget devices.”
Page shows a star graphic that could not be read exactly; score estimated from the verdict.
“If you don't want to spend much on your next phone, the Moto G (2026) fits the bill, as it costs less than $200.”
“The moto g - 2026 smartphone looks flashy and new, but is really a phone made up of old tech and it performs like it.”
“The 2026 Motorola Moto G is an affordable and attractive Android phone that handles the basics well enough.”
PCMag's page lists an MSRP of $299.99.