"Over the past several weeks, I've been testing the , the last of Motorola's 2026 series -- for now. During CES 2026, the company unveiled the Razr Fold, its first foldable smartphone, so there is more to come. But for the initial group, I'd like to think that Motorola saved the best for last. It offers the best user experience of its generation, and I recommend it over the others."
"The biggest upgrades to the 2026 Moto G Power were made to the battery and camera system. It packs a 5,200mAh battery, which is slightly larger than the previous generation's 5,000mAh cell. It doesn't seem like a big change, but the extra size does improve longevity. As part of testing, I played a 720p YouTube livestream nonstop, and the device lasted a good 20 hours before tapping out. It is possible to double that run time by activating Maximum Battery Saver."
"What this does is restrict most of the device's features, except for essential functions and apps, such as Phone, Messages, Settings, and the Google Play Store. A Motorola rep told me that those four apps were "designated as essential", so those remain active. It's a tool intended for use only in emergencies. Activating it can extend the battery life to over 40 hours, as was the case with my review unit."
The 2026 Moto G Power introduces meaningful upgrades that distinguish it from the 2025 model despite overall lineage similarities. The device adopts a 5,200mAh battery, slightly larger than the prior 5,000mAh cell, resulting in noticeably longer runtime in testing. Continuous streaming lasted about 20 hours, and Maximum Battery Saver can extend longevity past 40 hours by restricting features to essential apps such as Phone, Messages, Settings, and the Google Play Store. The selfie camera is upgraded to a 32MP lens, yielding sharper photos. The handset offers a superior user experience within Motorola's 2026 lineup.
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