Apple iPhone 14 Pro vs Moto G Stylus 5G (2023)
The Verdict
Apple's iPhone 14 Pro dominates in display quality, camera performance, and processing power, delivering a 2000-nit OLED screen versus the Moto's 550-nit LCD panel, and a vastly superior 48MP main camera with 4K Dolby Vision video compared to basic 1080p60 recording. The A16 Bionic chip crushes the Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 for everyday tasks and gaming. Battery capacity favors Moto's 5000mAh versus 3200mAh, though real-world endurance depends on iOS optimization. Moto G Stylus 5G does offer a larger 6.6-inch display, included stylus functionality, and exceptional value at $399. For professional photographers, videographers, or anyone prioritizing performance, the iPhone 14 Pro's $999 price justifies the investment through superior cameras, build quality (stainless steel vs plastic), and IP68 rating. Moto G Stylus delivers competent performance and larger screen real estate for budget-conscious users who don't demand flagship specs, though its plastic construction and mediocre display brightness feel cheaper. iPhone 14 Pro wins decisively for flagship features, though it's not the choice for those wanting maximum screen size or stylus support.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Apple iPhone 14 Pro if…
- →Introduced the Dynamic Island cutout design
- →Massive 48 MP camera jump with ProRAW support
- →Always-on display first on iPhone
Buy the Moto G Stylus 5G (2023) if…
- →Built-in stylus for note-taking and sketching
- →5G connectivity at an affordable price
- →5000 mAh battery with great endurance
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Apple iPhone 14 Pro
Pros
- Introduced the Dynamic Island cutout design
- Massive 48 MP camera jump with ProRAW support
- Always-on display first on iPhone
- ProMotion 120Hz adaptive refresh rate
- Compact Pro form factor easy to handle one-handed
Cons
- Still uses Lightning connector at $999
- Heavy stainless steel frame
- Charging speeds lag far behind Android rivals
- Smaller battery than Pro Max model
Moto G Stylus 5G (2023)
Pros
- Built-in stylus for note-taking and sketching
- 5G connectivity at an affordable price
- 5000 mAh battery with great endurance
- Wi-Fi 6E support at this price
- 120Hz display for smooth scrolling
Cons
- LCD display instead of AMOLED
- Only 4 GB RAM limits multitasking
- Slow 20W charging
- IP52 is only splash resistant
- Only one OS update guaranteed
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple iPhone 14 Pro | Moto G Stylus 5G (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Software | iOS 16 | Android 13 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 206 g | 202 g |
| Material | Stainless steel frame | Plastic body |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP52 |
| Dimensions | 147.5 x 71.5 x 7.85 mm | 162.8 x 74.2 x 9.2 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP, f/1.8 |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP, f/2.4 |
| Video | 4K@60fps Dolby Vision | 1080p@60fps |
| Telephoto | 12 MP 3x | — |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP, f/2.2 |
| Macro | — | 2 MP, f/2.4 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 4 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 3200 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 27W wired | 20W TurboPower |
| Wireless charging | 15W MagSafe | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.1 inches | 6.6 inches |
| Type | Super Retina XDR OLED, LTPO | IPS LCD |
| Resolution | 2556 x 1179 | 2400 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 2000 | 550 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Hexa-core | Octa-core (4x2.2 GHz + 4x1.8 GHz) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (5-core) | Adreno 710 |
| Chipset | Apple A16 Bionic | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | Lightning | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.1 |
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