Side-by-side technical data
Motorola Moto G15 vs Motorola Moto G17
Comparison between Motorola Moto G15 and Motorola Moto G17: camera, battery, fast charging, display, performance and colors, side by side. More phones from Motorola.
NeoTeo's verdict
Which of the two is the better buy
The Motorola Moto G15 and Moto G17 are closely matched overall, but suit different priorities: the G17 brings more to the display and update experience, while the G15 doubles maximum storage, with 512 GB versus 256 GB.
The G17 has a 90 Hz refresh rate versus 60 Hz and an 86.6% usable surface versus 84%. Its IP64 resistance also tops the G15's IP54. Peak brightness is 1,050 nits versus 1,000 nits, though both are below the field's usual level here. The G17 also gets five years of OS updates versus two.
For the main camera, the G17 pairs a 1/1.95″ sensor and 0.7 µm pixels, compared with the G15's 1/2.76″ sensor and 0.64 µm pixels; the G15, however, records 2K at 30 fps and has an f/1.8 aperture versus f/1.9. The G17's front camera is 32 MP versus 8 MP. It also has Bluetooth 5.4 versus Bluetooth 5.0. Both share a 5,200 mAh battery and 18 W charging.
Motorola Moto G15
The Moto G15 is the better buy for anyone who needs more storage: it supports up to 512 GB, versus 256 GB for the Moto G17.
Motorola Moto G17
The Moto G17 is the better buy for anyone prioritizing a 90 Hz display, five years of updates, and a 32 MP front camera.
The verdict
Your pick: Motorola Moto G17, ahead on Design & display, Camera and Connectivity.
| Category | Moto G15 | Moto G17 |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 5.7 | 6.2 |
| Performance & hardware | 3.1 | 3.1 |
| Camera | 4.6 | 5.1 |
| Connectivity | 5.8 | 6.2 |
| Battery & charging | 6.2 | 6.2 |
Which one is for you?
Motorola Moto G15, if you care about…
- Maximum Storage Capacity
- 512 GB
- against 256 GB
Motorola Moto G17, if you care about…
- Bluetooth Version
- Bluetooth 5.4
- against Bluetooth 5.0
- Display Refresh Rate
- 90 Hz
- against 60 Hz
- Peak Display Brightness
- 1,050 nits
- against 1,000 nits
- Resistance Features
- IP64
- against IP54
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | Moto G15 | Moto G17 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | MediaTek Helio G81 Extreme |
| Processor Process Size | 12 nm | 12 nm |
| Graphics GPU | Mali-G52 MC2 | Mali-G52 MC2 |
| Storage Type | eMMC 5.1 | eMMC 5.1 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 2 GHz | 2 GHz |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 512 GB Best value | 256 GB |
| AnTuTu Score | 262,000 | 262,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Single-Core | 420 | 420 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | 1,391 | 1,391 |
| CPU Description | Octa-core CPU with 2x Cortex-A75 at 2.0 GHz and 6x Cortex-A55 at up to 1.8 GHz. | Octa-core CPU with 2x Cortex-A75 and 6x Cortex-A55 cores. |
| Processor Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
| Expandable Storage | Yes | Yes |
| AnTuTu version | v10 | v10 |
Design
| Specification | Moto G15 | Moto G17 |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Grey, Green, Orange, Blue, Black | Burgundy, Blue, Purple, Cyan, Red, Magenta |
| Body Thickness | 8.2 mm | 8.2 mm |
| Body Width | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Body Height | 165.7 mm | 165.7 mm |
| Weight | 190 g | 189.9 g Best value |
| Usable Surface | 84 % | 86.6 % Best value |
| Body Materials | Glass, Plastic, Leather | Plastic, Glass, Leather |
| Resistance Features | IP54 | IP64 Best value |
| Drop Resistance Class | B | B |
| Repairability Class | B | B |
| Drop Test Count | 180 | 180 |
Battery
| Specification | Moto G15 | Moto G17 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Efficiency Rating | A | A |
| Battery Capacity | 5,200 mAh | 5,200 mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-Polymer | Li-Polymer |
| Fast Charge Power | 18 W | 18 W |
| Battery Features | Fast Charging, Reverse Charging, Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator | Fast Charging, Reverse Charging, Non-Removable, Battery Level Indicator, Charger Included, Rechargeable |
| Battery Endurance | 57 h Best value | 56 h 58 min |
| Charge cycles | 1,000 | 1,000 |
Display
| Specification | Moto G15 | Moto G17 |
|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Peak Display Brightness | 1,000 nits | 1,050 nits Best value |
| Display Diagonal | 6.72″ | 6.72″ |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 1,080 px | 1,080 px |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 2,400 px | 2,400 px |
| Display Pixel Density | 392 ppi | 392 ppi |
| Display Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 90 Hz Best value |
| Display Features | Gorilla Glass 3, Mohs Level 4, Hole-Punch Notch, DCI-P3, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless | Gorilla Glass 3, Mohs Level 5, Hole-Punch Notch, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless, DCI-P3 |
Sensors
| Specification | Moto G15 | Moto G17 |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Side | Side |
Sensor
| Specification | Moto G15 | Moto G17 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Gravity Sensor, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor, Gyroscope | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Gyroscope, Light Sensor |
Software
| Specification | Moto G15 | Moto G17 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 15 | Android 15 |
| OS Family | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 15 | 15 |
| OS Update Support | 2 years | 5 years Best value |
| Google Services | Yes | Yes |
| Widevine L1 | — | Yes |
Connectivity
| Specification | Moto G15 | Moto G17 |
|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby, Dual SIM | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby, Dual SIM |
| Cellular Bands | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B3, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B7, 3G UMTS B20, 3G UMTS B28A, 3G UMTS B28B, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41 | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B3, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS 2100, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41 |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, HSPA, UMTS, LTE | GSM, HSPA, LTE |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g |
| Wi-Fi Features | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.4 Best value |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE | A2DP, LE |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS |
| Connectivity Features | USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB Host 2.0, USB OTG, USB Type-C, NFC, FM Radio, 3.5 mm Audio Jack, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE, USB 2.0 | 3.5 mm Audio Jack, NFC, FM Radio, USB Type-C, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB Host 2.0, USB OTG, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE |
| USB Version | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 |
| Max. download speed | 300 Mbps | 300 Mbps |
| Max. upload speed | 100 Mbps | 100 Mbps |
Audio
| Specification | Moto G15 | Moto G17 |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Features | Stereo Speakers, Dolby Atmos, A2DP, LE, EDR | Stereo Speakers, Dolby Atmos, A2DP, LE, EDR |
Technical
| Specification | Moto G15 | Moto G17 |
|---|---|---|
| Model numbers | XT2521-3 | XT2623-2 |
