Highlights
- Motorola introduced Moto G17 and Moto G17 Power in select EMEA markets.
- Both phones run Android 15, powered by the Helio G81 Extreme chipset, with up to 8GB RAM, 128GB/256GB storage, 6.72-inch FHD+ LCD display and 50MP main camera, 5MP ultra-wide, 32MP selfie lens.
- Moto G17 has a 5,200mAh battery with 18W charging, while Moto G17 Power offers a larger 6,000mAh battery with 30W charging.
Motorola has expanded its Moto G lineup with the launch of the Moto G17 and Moto G17 Power. These two mid-range smartphones are designed around long battery life, dependable performance, and practical camera hardware for daily use. Here’s everything you need to know about the phone, starting with the price and availability.
Moto G17 and Moto G17 Power – Price and Availability
The Moto G17 and Moto G17 Power are rolling out in select EMEA markets.
In the UK, the Moto G17 starts at £149.99 for the 4GB RAM + 128GB storage variant. In Germany, the 8GB RAM + 128GB version is priced at €199.99.
Motorola has not yet announced pricing details for the Moto G17 Power.
Available colour options include Pantone Bordeaux, Pantone Alaskan Blue and Pantone Evening Blue.
Moto G17 and Moto G17 Power – Key Specifications
To start with, both the Moto G17 and Moto G17 Power are powered by the MediaTek Helio G81 Extreme chipset. The processor features an octa-core CPU setup with two Cortex-A75 cores clocked up to 2.0GHz and six Cortex-A55 cores running at up to 1.7GHz, paired with an Arm Mali-G52 MC2 GPU clocked at 820MHz.
On the software front, both phones run Android 15 out of the box instead of the newer Android 16.
Motorola offers devices with either 4GB or 8GB of physical RAM. Using the company’s RAM Boost feature, users can extend memory with virtual RAM, gaining up to an additional 8GB or 16GB depending on the variant. Storage options include 128GB and 256GB, along with microSD card support up to 1TB, making the phones suitable for users with large media collections.
The display is a 6.72-inch FHD+ LCD panel with a 20:9 aspect ratio and a standard 60Hz refresh rate. Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protects the screen, which is intended for video streaming, reading, and casual gaming while maintaining everyday durability.
Camera specs are one of the key highlights of the Moto G17 series. On the rear, the phones feature a 50MP Sony LYTIA 600 primary sensor with an f/1.8 aperture, 0.8µm pixel size, and 1.6µm effective pixels after pixel binning. This is paired with a 5MP ultra-wide camera with an f/1.88 aperture and 0.8µm pixels. A third rear sensor is used for ambient light detection and flicker reduction.
Camera software features include HDR, Night Vision, Pro Mode, Panorama, Portrait, Live Filter, Watermark, Timer, and Google Lens integration. Video options cover standard recording, time-lapse, and slow-motion modes.
On the front, the Moto G17 uses a 32MP selfie camera with an f/2.2 aperture and 0.7µm pixel size. It supports HDR, full HD video recording at 30fps, face retouching, leveling tools, and assistive grid options.
Battery capacity is one of the main differences between the two models. The Moto G17 is equipped with a 5,200mAh battery and supports 18W TurboPower charging via USB Type-C. On the other hand, the Moto G17 Power steps things up with a larger 6,000mAh battery and faster 30W TurboPower charging.
Audio features include stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos support, a built-in microphone, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. Connectivity options cover Bluetooth 5.4, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac with both 2.4GHz and 5GHz band support, NFC, FM radio, and USB Type-C.
For security, the phones include a fingerprint reader, face unlock, Moto Secure, and ThinkShield protection. Additional software features include Hello UX, Moto gestures, and Google Gemini voice control. Location services support GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, and QZSS. SIM configurations include dual nano SIM or a single SIM paired with a microSD card.
In terms of build, the Moto G17 measures 165.67 x 75.98 x 8.17mm and weighs 189.9g. It carries an IP64 rating for dust resistance and protection against water splashes.
FAQs
Q1. Where are the Moto G17 and Moto G17 Power available?
Answer. They are rolling out in select EMEA markets, including the UK and Germany.
Q2. What is the price of the Moto G17?
Answer. In the UK it starts at £149.99, and in Germany the 8GB version costs €199.99.
Q3. What processor powers the Moto G17 and Moto G17 Power?
Answer. Both phones use the MediaTek Helio G81 Extreme chipset.
Q4. What are the camera specifications of Moto G17 and Moto G17 Power?
Answer. They have a 50MP Sony LYTIA main camera, a 5MP ultra-wide, and a 32MP front camera.
Q5. How do the batteries differ between the Moto G17 and Moto G17 Power?
Answer. The Moto G17 has a 5,200mAh battery with 18W charging, while the Moto G17 Power has a 6,000mAh battery with 30W charging.