Moto G Stylus 2026 review: Penning a new chapter?

The Moto G Stylus (2026) by Motorola remains the go-to choice for stylus enthusiasts on a budget, now featuring upgraded IP69 protection and a larger 5200mAh battery. While the 1220p OLED display continues to impress, the aging Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 chipset raises questions about long-term value. Is this unique mid-ranger still a smart buy in 2026? Let’s find out. Check out our video review to learn ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW about the phone's top features, build and screen quality, battery life, performance, and camera image quality. ▶ Check price https://www.gsmarena.com/where-to-buy.php3?p=14581 Note: This is an unbiased, non-sponsored review, but sales commissions may be earned if you make a purchase through the link above. ▶ Read our detailed text review https://www.gsmarena.com/motorola_moto_g_stylus_2026-review-2956.php ▶ Check out the full specs https://www.gsmarena.com/motorola_moto_g_stylus_(2026)-14581.php ▶ Check out how the phone sounds https://www.gsmarena.com/motorola_moto_g_stylus_2026-review-2956p3.php#lt ▶ Our new Active use score for battery life is explained here: https://www.gsmarena.com/introducing_gsmarena_battery_test_v2-news-60397.php ******************* Search queries & key moments: 00:00 - Moto G Stylus 2026 review 00:21 - Design tour and what is new 01:19 - 6.7-inch OLED brightness test 01:37 - 120Hz refresh rate performance 01:49 - Fingerprint scanner and speakers 02:14 - Storage and Android 16 features 02:45 - AI features: Gemini and Copilot 03:02 - Stylus features and functionality 03:28 - Android update policy 03:35 - Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 speed test 03:53 - GeekBench 6, AnTuTu 10, 3DMark scores 04:03 - Thermal performance and throttling 04:12 - 5200mAh battery life test 04:30 - Charging speed test 04:47 - Camera specs 04:59 - Daylight image quality 05:13 - Low-light image quality 05:21 - Ultrawide camera performance 05:40 - Selfies 05:47 - Video stabilization test 05:54 - 4K video quality 06:05 - Verdict: Is the Stylus 2026 worth it? 06:37 - Two alternatives: Moto G Stylus 2025 & Galaxy A57