Samsung Galaxy A36 5G 128GB vs Motorola moto g17 128GB: which one suits you?

The two differ in 4 of the specs we have recorded, and the Motorola moto g17 128GB is cheaper by SAR 572 (prices checked 12 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • No clear lead in the recorded specs; design or brand preference may decide.
  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 572
  • Larger screen size: 72 in vs 6.7 in

The deciding difference here: screen size and price.

Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.

Key differences

  • Screen size

    6.7 in✓ 72 in
  • Display type

    AMOLEDLCD
  • Processor

    Exynos 1380Helio G81

Specifications side by side

20 of 20 specs

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Spec
SamsungSAR 1,120
Samsung Galaxy A36 5G 128GB specs
MotorolaSAR 548
Motorola moto g17 128GB specs
Reference priceSAR 1,120SAR 548
ProcessorExynos 1380Helio G81
Battery capacity5,000 mAh5,100 mAh
Wired charging45 W—
Main camera50 MP—
5GYes—
Years of OS updates6 years—
Storage128 GB128 GB
Memory (RAM)8 GB8 GB

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in processor between the Samsung Galaxy A36 5G 128GB and the Motorola moto g17 128GB?

Samsung Galaxy A36 5G 128GB: Exynos 1380; Motorola moto g17 128GB: Helio G81. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.

What is the difference in storage between the Samsung Galaxy A36 5G 128GB and the Motorola moto g17 128GB?

No difference here: storage is 128 GB on both.

What is the difference in battery capacity between the Samsung Galaxy A36 5G 128GB and the Motorola moto g17 128GB?

Battery capacity is higher on the Motorola moto g17 128GB: 5,100 mAh vs 5,000 mAh on the Samsung Galaxy A36 5G 128GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in memory (RAM) between the Samsung Galaxy A36 5G 128GB and the Motorola moto g17 128GB?

No difference here: memory (RAM) is 8 GB on both.