Galaxy A26 vs Motorola Moto G85
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Galaxy A26
Starting at
£179.49£299.00 new
Motorola Moto G85
Starting at
£251.99What's the difference between the Galaxy A26 and Motorola Moto G85?
Galaxy A26 vs Motorola Moto G85 comes down to the chipset, RAM and screen size. Refurbished, the Galaxy A26 starts at £179.49, £72.50 less than the Motorola Moto G85.
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- Chipset: Exynos 1380 (5 nm) on the Galaxy A26, Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 (6 nm) on the Motorola Moto G85.
- The Motorola Moto G85 has more RAM: 12 GB vs 8 GB.
- Screen size: 6.7 inch on the Galaxy A26, 6,67 inch on the Motorola Moto G85.
Galaxy A26 vs Motorola Moto G85 specs
The Galaxy A26 and Motorola Moto G85 both run Android and share a 5000 mAh battery with 5G connectivity, but they differ in memory, chipset, screen type, and camera resolution. The Galaxy A26 has 8 GB of RAM and an Exynos 1380 chipset, suiting everyday multitasking smoothly. The Moto G85 offers 12 GB of RAM and a Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 chipset, which can handle more demanding multitasking. The Galaxy A26 uses a Super AMOLED screen, ideal for vibrant colours, while the Moto G85 has an OLED screen with a slightly higher resolution. For selfies, the Moto G85's 32 megapixels front camera captures more detail than the Galaxy A26's 13 megapixels. Choose the Galaxy A26 for a larger screen and simpler storage options, or the Moto G85 for more memory and a lighter design.
Galaxy A26 vs Motorola Moto G85 price
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Galaxy A26 vs Motorola Moto G85 battery life and software updates
Both devices offer solid everyday durability with similar battery capacity and Android operating system. Differences in design and physical dimensions may influence daily handling and pocket fit.
Battery Capacity
Both the Galaxy A26 and Motorola Moto G85 come with a 5000 mAh battery. This capacity supports extended usage for typical daily tasks such as browsing, streaming, and messaging without frequent recharging.
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Both phones run Android, offering access to a wide range of apps and customisation options familiar to most users.
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Galaxy A26 vs Motorola Moto G85 performance
Performance differences come down to chipset and RAM, which affect multitasking and app responsiveness. Storage options also vary, influencing how much media and apps you can keep on the device.
Chipset Efficiency
The Galaxy A26 features the Exynos 1380 chipset built on a 5 nm process, which can provide efficient power use and smooth everyday performance. The Motorola Moto G85 uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 chipset at 6 nm, offering solid performance for multitasking and media consumption.
Memory Capacity
With 8 GB of RAM, the Galaxy A26 keeps everyday apps running smoothly. The Motorola Moto G85 offers 12 GB of RAM, which helps maintain more apps open simultaneously and can improve performance in more demanding tasks.
Storage Options
The Galaxy A26 is available in 128 GB and 256 GB storage variants, providing flexibility depending on how much space you need for apps, photos, and files. The Motorola Moto G85 is stocked in a 256 GB option, offering ample space for large media libraries or app collections.
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Galaxy A26 vs Motorola Moto G85 screen
Screen type, size, and resolution influence how content looks and feels to use. Both phones have large, high-resolution displays suited for video and browsing, with subtle differences in display technology and dimensions.
Screen Type
The Galaxy A26 uses a Super AMOLED screen, known for vibrant colours and deep blacks, enhancing media viewing. The Motorola Moto G85 has an OLED screen, which also delivers rich colours and good contrast, presenting a slightly different visual experience.
Screen Size and Resolution
The Galaxy A26 has a 6.7 inch screen with a resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels, providing a roomy display for viewing videos and multitasking. The Motorola Moto G85's screen is just slightly larger at 6.67 inches with a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, offering a marginal increase in vertical pixels for more content on screen.
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Galaxy A26 vs Motorola Moto G85 size and design
Physical dimensions, SIM options, and connectivity features vary between the two devices, affecting comfort, network flexibility, and expandability.
Size and Weight
The Galaxy A26 measures 164 mm in height, 77.5 mm in width, and 7.7 mm in depth, weighing 197 g. This larger and slightly heavier profile suits those who prefer a bigger feel in hand. The Motorola Moto G85 is more compact at 161.9 mm by 73.1 mm by 7.6 mm and lighter at 173 g, which may appeal if you want a lighter phone that fits more easily in pockets.
SIM Card Options
The Galaxy A26 supports Dual Physical SIM cards, allowing two separate physical SIMs. The Motorola Moto G85 offers a combination of one Physical SIM and one eSIM, which can be convenient if you want to manage two numbers without swapping SIM cards.
Expandable Storage and Connectivity
Both phones include a microSDXC slot for expanding storage and USB-C connectors for charging and data transfer, providing standard modern connectivity.
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Galaxy A26 or Motorola Moto G85: which should you buy?
Buy the Galaxy A26 if
- you want to spend less: it starts at £179.49, £72.50 less than the Motorola Moto G85
Buy the Motorola Moto G85 if
- you want more RAM (12 GB vs 8 GB)
- you want a higher-resolution front camera (32 megapixels vs 13 megapixels)
- you want a lighter build (173 g vs 200 g)
Galaxy A26 vs Motorola Moto G85 FAQs
Galaxy A26 vs Motorola Moto G85 comes down to the chipset, RAM and screen size. Chipset: Exynos 1380 (5 nm) on the Galaxy A26, Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 (6 nm) on the Motorola Moto G85. The Motorola Moto G85 has more RAM: 12 GB vs 8 GB.
The Galaxy A26 is cheaper refurbished, from £179.49 compared with £251.99 for the Motorola Moto G85.
Both have the same battery: 5000 mAh.
Both have the same main camera: 50 megapixels.
The Galaxy A26 gets updates until Mar 2031. We don't have published update dates for the Motorola Moto G85.
Refurbished, the Galaxy A26 comes in 128GB and 256GB, and the Motorola Moto G85 in 256GB.
