Motorola Moto G (2023) vs Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2023)

The Motorola Moto G (2023) (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G, while the Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2023) (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1; estimated prices are $150 and $169. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2023) leads — 47/100 vs 41/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2023) is faster in AnTuTu (736,675 vs 477,542); the Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2023) has NFC for contactless payments, the Motorola Moto G (2023) doesn't.

The Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2023) edges out the Motorola Moto G (2023) by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G (2023)
Performance 41
Display 56
Camera 29
Battery 43
Portability 61
Value for money 58
Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2023)
Performance 52
Display 66
Camera 35
Battery 43
Portability 45
Value for money 64
What makes Motorola Moto G (2023) better?
  • Lighter: 189g vs 202g
  • Cheaper: $150 vs $169

  • Better portability (61/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2023) better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 736675 vs 477542
  • Better Geekbench Single: 935 vs 746
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 2719 vs 1816
  • Faster charging: 20W vs 15W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP

  • Higher performance (52/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better camera (35/100 vs 29/100)
  • Better display (66/100 vs 56/100)
  • Better value for money (64/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Moto G (2023) vs the Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2023), the Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2023) scores 6 points higher (47/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2023) leads (52/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2023) is a bit better (52/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2023) is a bit better (66/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2023) is a bit better (35/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100. In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G (2023) notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2023) (61/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2023) is a bit better (64/100 vs 58/100).

Motorola Moto G (2023): The Motorola Moto G (2023) is a better fit for everyday use.
Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2023): The Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2023) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Moto G (2023) Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2023)
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1
AnTuTu 477542 736675
Geekbench Single 746 935
Geekbench Multi 1816 2719
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 720x1600 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 15W 20W
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 8 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB 4GB / 6GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 13, planned upgrade to Android 14 Android 13, planned upgrade to Android 14
NFC no yes
Dimensions 164.0×75.0×8.4 mm 162.8×73.8×9.2 mm
Weight 189 g 202 g
Price $150 $169
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G (2023)
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.7
  • Front: 8MP
29
camera
Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2023)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
35
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G (2023)
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
56
display
Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2023)
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
66
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G (2023)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2023)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 20W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Motorola Moto G (2023) and Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2023), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Motorola Moto G (2023) Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G
41/100
477542 AnTuTu
Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2023) Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1
47/100 +35.2%
736675 AnTuTu

Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2023) leads Motorola Moto G (2023) by 35.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Moto G (2023)
$150
Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2023)
$169

Price difference: $19. Motorola Moto G (2023) is cheaper by $19.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2023) is a bit better (52/100 vs 41/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2023) is a bit better (66/100 vs 56/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2023) is a bit better (35/100 vs 29/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100.

portability

In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G (2023) notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2023) (61/100 vs 45/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2023) is a bit better (64/100 vs 58/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G (2023) or the Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2023)?

The Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2023) edges out the Motorola Moto G (2023) by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G (2023) and the Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2023)?

The Motorola Moto G (2023) has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2023) — 47/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G (2023) or the Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2023)?

The Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2023) leads on camera score (35/100 vs 29/100).

Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G (2023) or the Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2023)?

The Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2023) leads on performance (52/100 vs 41/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Moto G (2023) over the Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2023)?

The Motorola Moto G (2023) is a better fit for everyday use. The Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2023) is a better fit for everyday use.