It’s been a while since we got the Moto G86 Power, and I tested it in every way – battery, gaming, camera, heating, everything. I also compared it against competitors like the Vivo T4R and iQOO Z10R. The price is around ~₹17,000, so is this phone the king in this range or is it overrated? I used it for a month, and I am writing this review from the mind – more focus on the cons than the pros, so that you get the right picture.
Whats Inside the Box?
Open the box and it has a very simple vibe – phone, Type-C cable, SIM ejector pin, quick guide, and a basic case. 33W charger is available in the box, which is enough for this price. There is also a pre-applied screen protector. Unboxing is not much fun, but it works.
Design: Flat and Slightly Wide
Moto G86 Power is a little different in design. The back is flat, no curves, and feels very grippy with the vegan leather texture. But the phone is a little wide – feels like Moto Edge, which can feel a bit big in the hand. Weight is ~200g, and feels slim with 7.8mm thickness. There is a flat 6.67-inch display on the front. It has an IP54 rating, which means splash protection but not full waterproofing.
Colors are Black, Blue, and Green – the green looks fresh.
Display: One drawback on brightness
There is a 6.67-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display, with 4500 nits peak brightness and 10-bit panel. It is clearly visible indoors and outdoors. Colors are vibrant and contrast is good. But one drawback – no HDR support on Netflix, while Vivo T4R and iQOO Z10R get HDR with Widevine L1. HDR works on YouTube. 120Hz refresh rate is smooth, and haptics are average.
Performance: Good in gaming, but not Pro
It has Dimensity 7400 chip, scoring ~7 lakh on AnTuTu. BGMI runs smoothly at 60fps, but no 90fps option. Slight frame drops (55–60fps) occur in long sessions. Heating control is good with vapor chamber cooling, reaching up to ~40°C. Enough for casual gaming and daily use, but not a pro gaming phone.
Stock Android 15 feels clean but a bit boring. Glance lockscreen is jittery. Multitasking is fine with 6GB/8GB LPDDR4X RAM and UFS 2.2 storage, though UFS 3.1 would be better. Apps open quickly, but the camera app hangs sometimes when switching modes. 1 year OS update (up to Android 16) and 3 years security updates, but Moto updates are irregular.
Camera: Dumb in selfies, not in ultra-wide
Setup: 50MP main (OIS), 8MP ultra-wide, 2MP macro, and 16MP selfie. Main camera gives decent daylight photos – natural colors, fine details. Portrait zoom is limited, and colors sometimes shift. Ultra-wide is weak in low-light – poor detail and dark subjects.
Selfie camera is great – 4K@30fps video is smooth, with good EIS. Back camera also records 4K@30fps, but ultra-wide video quality is average. AI features are basic Google Photos tools.
Battery: Big Backup, Slow Charging
The 6000mAh battery is the biggest plus. Easily lasts 1.5–2 days in normal use and 8–9 hours screen-on time in heavy use. But 33W charging is slow – ~1.5 hours to full charge, slower than Vivo T4R (44W). Charger is included in the box.
Audio and Extras: Some are Good, Some are Average
Dual stereo speakers have decent sound but low loudness and weak bass. In-display fingerprint scanner is fast. Call recording has Google’s voice announcement. USB-C 2.0 gives slow data transfer. Includes 5G (12 bands), Wi-Fi 6, and Bluetooth 5.3. IP54 is basic protection.
Service and Reliability: Some Risk
Moto service centers are hit-or-miss. Spare parts can take time, and repairs are slow. Moto’s sales have dropped, possibly due to service and updates.
Pricing: Deal or not?
6GB+128GB is ~₹17,000 (with offers), 8GB+256GB is higher. At this price, the battery and selfie camera are great, but camera and software are lacking.
| Features | Description |
|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB UFS 2.2 |
| Display | 6.67-inch Full HD+ AMOLED, 120Hz, 4500 nits |
| Camera | 50MP Main (OIS) + 8MP Ultra-wide + 2MP Macro, 16MP Selfie |
| Battery | 6000mAh, 33W Charging |
| Operating System | Stock Android 15 |
| Build | Vegan Leather Back, Plastic Frame, 200g, IP54 |
| Connectivity | 5G (12 bands), Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3 |
Pros and Cons
Pros:
- 6000mAh battery – long backup.
- 6.67-inch AMOLED display bright and smooth.
- Selfie camera is strong for 4K videos.
- Decent gaming and daily use with Dimensity 7400.
- Stock Android 15 is clean and fast.
Cons:
- Ultra-wide camera weak in low-light.
- 33W charging is slow – takes 1.5 hours.
- Only 1 year OS update, irregular patches.
- Glance lockscreen and camera app are jittery.
- No HDR support on Netflix, service quality inconsistent.
Conclusion
Moto G86 Power is good in battery and selfie camera, but lags in camera versatility and software. For ₹17,000, it works if you want long battery life and clean Android. For better updates or ultra-wide performance, Vivo T4R or iQOO Z10R may be better options.