Motorola has launched its new smartphone Moto G86 5G in India. The company has already given some good phones in the G series, and now with the G86 5G, this series has brought another affordable 5G option. The specialty of this phone is its balanced specification and clean software experience. If you are looking for a 5G phone in the budget of Rs 15,000 to Rs 18,000, then this phone can be an option for you.
Moto G86 5G Overview
| Feature | Detail |
| Display | 6.5″ FHD+ pOLED, 120Hz Refresh |
| Processor | Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 |
| Ram and Storage | 8GB RAM + 128GB Storage |
| Rear Camera | 50MP (OIS) + 8MP Ultrawide |
| Front Camera | 16MP |
| Battery | 5000mAh, 33W Charging |
| OS | Android 14 (Near Stock UI) |
| Price (Expected) | Rs 14,999 – Rs 15,999 (India) |
Performance and Processor
The Moto G86 5G is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chipset. This is a 6nm processor that gives decent performance along with battery efficiency. This processor is enough for daily use like WhatsApp, YouTube, Instagram, and some light games.
The phone has 8GB of RAM and along with it UFS 2.2 storage which gives decent speed in this price range. Sometimes slight lag can be felt while doing heavy gaming or multitasking, but for normal users this phone gives a smooth experience.
Design and Build quality
Motorola’s signature style is seen in the Moto G86 5G plain, sleek and simple. The phone has a premium looking matte finish that feels good when held in hand. The back panel is made of plastic but does not feel cheap.
The phone is lightweight and the grip is also good. A side mounted fingerprint sensor is provided which is fast and responsive. A water repellent rating of IP52 is also available, which means the phone can be protected from light showers.
Display Specifications
The Moto G86 5G sports a 6.5-inch Full HD+ pOLED display that comes with a 120Hz refresh rate. The screen is bright, colours look good and visibility is good indoors as well as outdoors.
Scrolling feels smooth due to the 120Hz refresh rate. Getting a pOLED display in this price segment is a positive point, especially when most brands are offering IPS LCD only.
Camera Setup
The phone has a dual camera setup 50MP main camera and 8MP ultrawide lens. The main camera has OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) support which is rarely seen at this price.
Photos are sharp and colorful in daylight. The quality of the ultrawide camera is average but it works for group photos or landscapes. There is a 16MP camera on the front which is fine for selfies and video calls.
Details get reduced a bit in low light, but the overall camera performance can be said to be satisfactory according to this price range.
Battery and Charging
Moto G86 5G has a 5000mAh battery which gives a day’s backup easily. If your usage is normal then it can also last for one and a half days.
The phone has 33W fast charging support and a charger is also available in the box, which some brands are not providing nowadays. 1 to 100% charge is done in about 75-80 minutes.
Price and Availability
The Moto G86 5G is priced between Rs 14,999 and Rs 15,999 in India (depending on the RAM and storage variant). The phone will be available on online platforms like Flipkart and Motorola’s official website soon.
Motorola has a track record of offering a clean and ad-free Android experience, and this phone also gets a near-stock UI with Android 14 – without any bloatware or extra apps.
Final Thought
The Moto G86 5G is a balanced phone, especially for users who want clean software, a good display, and decent performance. It has some good points like a pOLED screen, 120Hz refresh rate, OIS camera, and a big battery.
There are some drawbacks too like the camera struggles in low light and the processor is not made for high-end gaming. But if your focus is a 5G phone with a simple, reliable, and clean experience, then the Moto G86 5G can definitely be an option.