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Budget phones with a strong camera, a bright AMOLED display, and proper durability ratings are still uncommon. With the Moto G87, Motorola is trying to put all three into one affordable device.
A 200MP main camera, 5000-nit AMOLED screen, and IP69 rating make it one of the most ambitious Moto G phones in recent years. Its launch also comes alongside Motorola’s higher-end devices, including the Razr Ultra 2026 and the brand’s first book-style foldable.
Can a 200MP camera make the Moto G87 stand out?
A 200MP main sensor leads the Moto G87’s camera setup, with optical image stabilization included. The sensor uses 16x pixel binning to improve low-light performance and supports 2x lossless zoom. An 8MP ultrawide camera handles wider shots, while a 32MP front camera covers selfies. Built-in Google Photos tools such as Magic Eraser, Photo Unblur, Reimagine, and Auto Frame add extra flexibility.
Budget phones with 200MP cameras are no longer rare, so the number alone does not make the Moto G87 special. Camera quality now depends just as much on image processing and software tuning as it does on sensor size or megapixel count. Motorola has made visible progress with its flagship camera experience, especially with Motorola Signature, so the question is whether some of that camera polish has carried over to the Moto G87.
What else does it offer?
The device uses a 6.78-inch AMOLED display with 1.5K resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, and peak brightness of up to 5000 nits. Durability plays a major role in the overall package, with Corning Gorilla Glass 7i protecting the display. Water and dust resistance is rated at IP66, IP68, and IP69, and the device is certified to handle drops of up to 1.2 meters.
Moto G87 runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400, paired with 5G support and up to 12GB of RAM. RAM Boost can extend available memory up to 24GB when needed. A 5200mAh battery powers the device, supported by 30W fast charging.
Additional features include dual stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res Audio support, Hello UX, Moto Secure, and more. Android 16 comes preinstalled, along with Gemini and Circle to Search. Availability is set for EMEA and LATAM markets in the coming weeks, with pricing starting at 399 euros. The phone is also listed on Motorola’s UK website for £349.99.
