In the times when just getting by is ridiculously expensive, flagship phones are nudging a cool 2g in pricing, Motorola bucks the trend with two smart phones that are under $500.

What what would you get with that price tag? Motorola’s two feature-packed mid-tier additions, the moto g56 5G and moto g86 power 5G, challenges the limits of what Australians can expect.

 

moto g86 power 5G | RRP A$499 | Available at JB HiFi, Harvey Norman, Officeworks, The Good Guys, Bing Lee, Mobileciti, Amazon and motorola.com.au

For those who never want to slow down, the moto g86 power 5G is the one joke of “Do you want a phone around that battery?” Motorola’s largest and longest-lasting battery to date, the massive 6720mAh capacity means users can enjoy up to 53 hours of power on a single charge.

Engineered for real-life challenges, the device boasts an IP68/IP69 rating, providing advanced protection from dust, dirt, sand, and high-pressure water, including submersion in up to 1.5 meters of fresh water for up to 30 minutes. The same goes for its MIL-STD-810H certification, which allows it to withstand extreme temperatures, pressure changes, altitudes and drops. To help protect the display from scratches and fails, this device also features damage-resistant Corning Gorilla Glass 7i.

The experience of the g86 power 5G is rounded out with exclusive moto features like moto Unplugged, helping users stay present by reducing distractions, and moto Secure, which makes managing privacy and security simple, intuitive, and all in one place.

It all sounds pretty good, but did it impress Lee?

The moto g86 power 5G is available in PANTONE Cosmic Sky, PANTONE Spellbound Gray colourways.

 

moto g56 5G (8/256 GB) | RRP A$399 | Available at JB HiFi, Harvey Norman, Officeworks, The Good Guys, Bing Lee, Mobileciti, Amazon, motorola.com.au, Optus and Vodafone
For those who want both style and substance, the moto g56 5G blends sleek, modern design with practical durability. Built to handle the unexpected, the device offers military-grade toughness, underwater protection, and Corning Gorilla Glass 7i.

Under the hood, the MediaTek Dimensity 7060 processor with HyperEngine Gaming technology delivers fast performance across everything from multitasking to high-speed downloads and lag-free streaming. Paired with a robust 5200mAh battery, the g56 5G keeps users powered throughout the day and when it’s time to recharge, TurboPower 30 provides a day’s worth of battery in just 36 minutes.

What does Lee think of it?

The moto g56 5G is available in PANTONE Black Oyster and PANTONE Gray Mist colourways.

 

DRN would like to thank Motorola for providing the review units.