Motorola Moto G73 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Motorola Moto G73 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 930, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 47/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Moto G73 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 593,307); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 181g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G73
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Motorola Moto G73 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 25W
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 593307
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 915
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 2299
- Lighter: 162g vs 181g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 67/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto G73 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 27 points higher (74/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G73 leads (45/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G73 (89/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (81/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G73 (77/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G73 is a bit better (45/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G73 (89/100 vs 67/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto G73 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 930 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 593307 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 915 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2299 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.4×73.8×8.3 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 181 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G73
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G73
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G73
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Moto G73 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Motorola Moto G73 by 79.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G73 (89/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (81/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G73 (77/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G73 is a bit better (45/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G73 (89/100 vs 67/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G73 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G73 by 27 points (74/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G73 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Motorola Moto G73 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G73 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G73 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G73 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.