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Apple iPhone 13 Pro vs Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2024)

Updated Apr 2026phones
Apple iPhone 13 Pro
Apple
Apple iPhone 13 Pro
$999
8.7/10
Winner
VS

The Verdict

Apple's iPhone 13 Pro positions itself as the premium choice with its superior display technology, exceptional A15 Bionic performance, and refined Ceramic Shield durability. The 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED screen peaks at 1200 nits with pristine color accuracy, while the Hexa-core processor delivers consistently fast app launches and gaming performance. Camera versatility leans toward the iPhone with its 3x telephoto lens and ProRes video recording at 60fps, though the Moto's 50MP main sensor and OIS offers impressive daylight shots. Motorola's Moto G Stylus 5G counters with genuine value engineering: a larger 6.7-inch pOLED display, substantially larger 5000mAh battery delivering all-day-plus longevity, and 30W fast charging versus Apple's 20W. The included stylus adds unique productivity value. Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 handles everyday tasks competently but lacks the raw performance for demanding games. At $399 versus $999, the Moto G Stylus 5G provides 60% of the iPhone's capability for 40% of the cost, making it exceptional for budget-conscious users prioritizing battery life and screen size. The iPhone 13 Pro justifies its premium through processing power, camera sophistication, and iOS ecosystem cohesion for content creators and power users.

Value5G (2024)
Camera13 Pro
Battery5G (2024)
Display13 Pro
Performance13 Pro

Who Should Buy

Buy the Apple iPhone 13 Pro if…

  • ProMotion 120Hz adaptive display
  • Cinematic mode and ProRes video recording
  • Durable Ceramic Shield front cover

Buy the Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2024) if…

  • Built-in stylus for note-taking and precise screen interaction
  • Vibrant pOLED 120Hz display with 1300-nit peak brightness
  • IP68 dust and water resistance at the $399 price point

Category Scores

Apple iPhone 13 Pro
Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2024)
Value
7.5
8.9
Camera
8.9
7.8
Battery
7.2
8.8
Display
9.2
8.1
Performance
9.4
7.0

Pros & Cons

Apple iPhone 13 Pro

Pros

  • ProMotion 120Hz adaptive display
  • Cinematic mode and ProRes video recording
  • Durable Ceramic Shield front cover
  • Excellent A15 Bionic performance
  • All-day battery life

Cons

  • Lightning port instead of USB-C
  • 12 MP camera system unchanged resolution
  • Notch instead of Dynamic Island
  • Relatively small 3095 mAh battery
  • Starting at $999 was expensive

Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2024)

Pros

  • Built-in stylus for note-taking and precise screen interaction
  • Vibrant pOLED 120Hz display with 1300-nit peak brightness
  • IP68 dust and water resistance at the $399 price point
  • Wireless charging support is uncommon in this segment
  • Large 5000 mAh battery with respectable 30W fast charging

Cons

  • Stylus lacks Bluetooth or air gesture features like S Pen
  • No telephoto camera for zoom photography
  • Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 is mid-range — not ideal for heavy gaming
  • Only one OS update and three years of security patches
  • Video recording maxes out at 4K@30fps

Full Specifications

SpecApple iPhone 13 ProMotorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2024)
SoftwareiOS 15Android 14
Body
Weight203 g190 g
MaterialStainless steel frame, Ceramic Shield frontVegan leather back, plastic frame
IP ratingIP68IP68
Dimensions146.7 x 71.5 x 7.65 mm162.6 x 75 x 8.3 mm
Camera
Main camera12 MP, f/1.5, OIS50 MP, f/1.8, PDAF, OIS
Front camera12 MP TrueDepth, f/2.232 MP, f/2.4
Video4K@60fps, ProRes, Cinematic mode4K@30fps
Telephoto12 MP, f/2.8, 3x optical zoom
Ultrawide12 MP, f/1.813 MP, f/2.2
Memory
RAM6 GB8 GB
Storage options128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB256 GB
Battery
Capacity3095 mAh5000 mAh
Charging20W wired30W wired (TurboPower)
Wireless charging15W MagSafe15W wireless
Display
Size6.1 inches6.7 inches
TypeSuper Retina XDR OLED, LTPOpOLED
Resolution2532 x 11702400 x 1080
Refresh rate120Hz120Hz
Brightness (nits)12001300
Processor
CPUHexa-core (2x3.22 GHz + 4x1.82 GHz)Octa-core (4x2.2 GHz + 4x1.8 GHz)
GPUApple GPU (5-core)Adreno 710
ChipsetApple A15 BionicQualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1
Connectivity
5G
NFC
USBLightningUSB-C 2.0
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6Wi-Fi 6E
Bluetooth5.05.3

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