# Motorola moto g (2026)

The text version of the iDevice Guide at https://idevice.com/phones/motorola-moto-g-2026/roadmap. Same data as the page, last updated 2026-11-06.

> Motorola's base 5G phone for 2026: a 6.7-inch 120Hz screen, a 5,200mAh battery, a 50MP main camera and a microSD slot. Launched at $199.99.

- Status: On sale
- List price: $249.99 (The official starting price.)
- Released Dec 11, 2025 (source: [Motorola News](https://motorolanews.com/meet-the-new-moto-g-and-moto-g-play-designed-for-streaming-snapping-and-staying-powered-up/))
- Guide: https://idevice.com/phones/motorola-moto-g-2026/roadmap
- Last updated: 2026-11-06

## Can it do this?

- **What does it cost?** It costs $249.99. That is the current list price. It launched at $199.99. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/phones/motorola-moto-g-2026/roadmap#can-what-does-it-cost))
- **Can it get wet — shower, pool, swimming?** Light splashes only. Keep it out of the rain and the shower. Its rating is IP52. It is rated for dripping or light splashing water, not rain or immersion. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/phones/motorola-moto-g-2026/roadmap#can-can-it-get-wet-shower-pool-swimming))
- **How much storage does it have?** It comes with 128GB of storage. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/phones/motorola-moto-g-2026/roadmap#can-how-much-storage-does-it-have))
- **Does it have a 120Hz screen?** Yes, the screen runs at 120Hz. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/phones/motorola-moto-g-2026/roadmap#can-does-it-have-a-120hz-screen))
- **How big is the screen?** 6.7 inches, HD+ LCD, with a refresh rate of up to 120Hz. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/phones/motorola-moto-g-2026/roadmap#can-how-big-is-the-screen))
- **Does it do 5G?** Yes, it does 5G. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/phones/motorola-moto-g-2026/roadmap#can-does-it-do-5g))
- **How heavy is it?** It weighs 202g. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/phones/motorola-moto-g-2026/roadmap#can-how-heavy-is-it))
- **How good is the camera?** It has a 50MP camera. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/phones/motorola-moto-g-2026/roadmap#can-how-good-is-the-camera))
- **How big is the battery?** 5,200mAh, rated by Motorola at up to two days. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/phones/motorola-moto-g-2026/roadmap#can-how-big-is-the-battery))
- **How thick is it?** It is 8.44mm thick. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/phones/motorola-moto-g-2026/roadmap#can-how-thick-is-it))
- **What chip is inside?** It runs on MediaTek Dimensity 6300. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/phones/motorola-moto-g-2026/roadmap#can-what-chip-is-inside))

## Works with

Works with iPhone and Android, with some limits.

- **Does the moto g (2026) work with Account and subscription?** Works. Yes. The backup transfer uses the same Google account on both phones. Source: [help.motorola.com](https://help.motorola.com/hc/3700/16/na/en-us/CGT2008161044.html). Checked 2026-11-07. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/phones/motorola-moto-g-2026/roadmap#q-companion-app-account-subscription))
- **Does the moto g (2026) work with Android?** Some features missing. Yes, with limits. Quick Share sends files, and you can copy supported data from another Android phone. Source: [help.motorola.com](https://help.motorola.com/hc/3700/16/na/en-us/CGjcb1208140904.html). Checked 2026-11-07. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/phones/motorola-moto-g-2026/roadmap#q-android))
- **Does the moto g (2026) work with Companion app?** Some features missing. Yes, with limits. Motorola points to OpenMTP for Mac transfers, Google Drive for moving from iPhone, and Smart Connect for casting to a Miracast TV. Source: [help.motorola.com](https://help.motorola.com/hc/3700/16/na/en-us/CGjcb1208140904.html). Checked 2026-11-07. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/phones/motorola-moto-g-2026/roadmap#q-companion-app))
- **Does the moto g (2026) work with iPhone?** Some features missing. Yes, with limits. You can import photos, contacts and other supported data from an iPhone. Source: [help.motorola.com](https://help.motorola.com/hc/3700/16/na/en-us/CGT2008161044.html). Checked 2026-11-07. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/phones/motorola-moto-g-2026/roadmap#q-iphone))
- **Does the moto g (2026) work with Mac?** Some features missing. Yes, with limits. USB file transfer to a Mac needs a third-party app. Source: [help.motorola.com](https://help.motorola.com/hc/3700/16/na/en-us/CGjcb1208140904.html). Checked 2026-11-07. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/phones/motorola-moto-g-2026/roadmap#q-mac))
- **Does the moto g (2026) work with Windows PC?** Some features missing. Yes, with limits. It moves files to Windows by USB or Quick Share. Source: [help.motorola.com](https://help.motorola.com/hc/3700/16/na/en-us/CGjcb1208140904.html). Checked 2026-11-07. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/phones/motorola-moto-g-2026/roadmap#q-windows-pc))

## Questions

### How much does the moto g (2026) cost?

It launched in the US at $199.99. Motorola.com now sells the unlocked 128GB model for $249.99. Source: [Motorola News](https://motorolanews.com/meet-the-new-moto-g-and-moto-g-play-designed-for-streaming-snapping-and-staying-powered-up/). ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/phones/motorola-moto-g-2026/roadmap#faq-how-much-does-the-moto-g-2026-cost))

### When did the moto g (2026) go on sale in the US?

On December 11, unlocked at motorola.com. Best Buy and Amazon followed on January 15. Source: [Motorola News](https://motorolanews.com/meet-the-new-moto-g-and-moto-g-play-designed-for-streaming-snapping-and-staying-powered-up/). ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/phones/motorola-moto-g-2026/roadmap#faq-when-did-the-moto-g-2026-go-on-sale-in-the-us))

### Which carriers does it work with?

Motorola lists it as compatible with Verizon, T-Mobile, AT&T and most of their prepaid brands. It lists Xfinity Wireless, Ting and Republic Wireless as not compatible. Source: [Motorola](https://www.motorola.com/us/en/p/phones/moto-g/moto-g-2026/pmipmhz42mm). ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/phones/motorola-moto-g-2026/roadmap#faq-which-carriers-does-it-work-with))

### Is this the same phone as the moto g play (2026)?

No. The moto g play is the cheaper sibling with a 32MP main camera, an 8MP selfie camera and 18W charging. The moto g has a 50MP main camera, a 32MP selfie camera and 30W charging. Source: [Motorola News](https://motorolanews.com/meet-the-new-moto-g-and-moto-g-play-designed-for-streaming-snapping-and-staying-powered-up/). ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/phones/motorola-moto-g-2026/roadmap#faqs-is-this-the-same-phone-as-the-moto-g-play-2026))

### How long does the battery last?

Motorola rates the 5,200mAh battery at up to two days. Source: [Motorola](https://www.motorola.com/us/en/p/phones/moto-g/moto-g-2026/pmipmhz42mm). ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/phones/motorola-moto-g-2026/roadmap#faqs-how-long-does-the-battery-last))

### How fast does it charge, and is a charger included?

Up to 30W with a Motorola TurboPower 30W charger or higher. Motorola says the charger may be sold separately; the US box lists a USB-C cable, guides and a SIM tool. Source: [Motorola](https://www.motorola.com/us/en/p/phones/moto-g/moto-g-2026/pmipmhz42mm). ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/phones/motorola-moto-g-2026/roadmap#faqs-how-fast-does-it-charge-and-is-a-charger-included))

### How big and sharp is the screen?

6.7 inches, an LCD with a refresh rate of up to 120Hz. The resolution is HD+, 1604 x 720, at 263ppi. It reaches up to 1,000 nits in sunlight. Source: [Motorola](https://www.motorola.com/us/en/p/phones/moto-g/moto-g-2026/pmipmhz42mm). ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/phones/motorola-moto-g-2026/roadmap#faqs-how-big-and-sharp-is-the-screen))

### What cameras does it have?

A 50MP main camera and a 2MP macro camera on the back, and a 32MP selfie camera. Video records in Full HD at 30fps. Source: [Motorola](https://www.motorola.com/us/en/p/phones/moto-g/moto-g-2026/pmipmhz42mm). ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/phones/motorola-moto-g-2026/roadmap#faqs-what-cameras-does-it-have))

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## Questions and answers

### Using it

**What does it cost?** It costs $249.99. That is the current list price. It launched at $199.99. Source: Motorola

**How big is the screen?** The screen measures 6.7 inches. Source: Motorola

**How much storage does it have?** It comes with 128GB of storage. Source: Motorola

**Does it have a 120Hz screen?** Yes, the screen runs at 120Hz. Source: Motorola

**Does it do 5G?** Yes, it does 5G. Source: Motorola

**How heavy is it?** It weighs 202g. Source: Motorola

**How good is the camera?** It has a 50MP camera. Source: Motorola

**How thick is it?** It is 8.44mm thick. Source: Motorola

**What chip is inside?** It runs on MediaTek Dimensity 6300. Source: Motorola

### Sizing and fit

**What sizes does it come in?** Storage: Internal Storage 128GB built-in. Vegan leather back, Gorilla Glass 3 front Source: Motorola

### Battery and charging

**How big is the battery?** The battery is 5200 mAh. Source: Motorola

### Water

**Can it get wet — shower, pool, swimming?** Light splashes only. Keep it out of the rain and the shower. Its rating is IP52. It is rated for dripping or light splashing water, not rain or immersion. Source: Motorola

### Price and models

**When did the Motorola moto g come out?** It went on sale December 11, 2025. Announced November 4, 2025. Source: iDevice

**Is there a newer one?** No. The Motorola moto g is the current model. Source: iDevice

**How much does the Motorola moto g cost?** List price: $249.99 at motorola.com (4GB RAM, 128GB); launched at $199.99. Today's best price is in the Prices panel. Source: [motorola.com](https://www.motorola.com/us/en/p/phones/moto-g/moto-g-2026/pmipmhz42mm)

**What colors does it come in?** PANTONE Slipstream and PANTONE Cattleya Orchid. Source: Motorola

### In the box

**What's in the box?** moto g (2026) phone, USB-C to USB-C cable, Guides, SIM tool. Source: [Motorola](https://www.motorola.com/us/en/p/phones/moto-g/moto-g-2026/pmipmhz42mm)

### Works with

**Does the moto g (2026) work with Windows PC?** Yes, with limits. It moves files to Windows by USB or Quick Share. Some features missing Source: [help.motorola.com](https://help.motorola.com/hc/3700/16/na/en-us/CGjcb1208140904.html)