Motorola Moto G 5G (2024) vs Samsung Galaxy A73
The Verdict
Motorola's Moto G 5G (2024) delivers impressive value at $199, featuring a 120Hz IPS LCD display, 50MP main camera with PDAF, and a massive 5000mAh battery with 15W charging. However, Samsung's Galaxy A73 justifies its $499 premium with superior hardware across nearly every dimension. Its Super AMOLED Plus screen offers 800 nits brightness versus 550, paired with a significantly faster Snapdragon 778G processor (Adreno 642L GPU) compared to the entry-level 4 Gen 1. Camera performance heavily favors the A73: 108MP main sensor with OIS, 4K video recording, and a comprehensive quad camera setup against the Moto's basic 50MP offering. Build quality edges toward Samsung with IP67 dust and water resistance, Gorilla Glass 5, and 6GB RAM standard. While the Moto G 5G 2024 represents outstanding budget value with solid everyday performance, the Galaxy A73 provides substantially better cameras, display quality, and processing power for users willing to invest more. Choose the Moto G for budget conscious shoppers; select the Galaxy A73 for photography enthusiasts and demanding users.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Motorola Moto G 5G (2024) if…
- →5G connectivity at an extremely affordable $199
- →120Hz display is smooth for gaming and scrolling
- →5000 mAh battery delivers outstanding two-day endurance
Buy the Samsung Galaxy A73 if…
- →108 MP main sensor at mid-range price
- →Large 6.7-inch 120Hz AMOLED display
- →IP67 water resistance
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Motorola Moto G 5G (2024)
Pros
- 5G connectivity at an extremely affordable $199
- 120Hz display is smooth for gaming and scrolling
- 5000 mAh battery delivers outstanding two-day endurance
- Near-stock Android 14 is clean and bloat-free
- IP52 splash resistance adds basic protection
Cons
- IPS LCD display has washed-out colors compared to AMOLED
- Only 15W charging takes over two hours for a full charge
- No ultrawide camera — just main and macro
- 4 GB RAM can feel limiting with multiple apps
- Only one OS update promised
Samsung Galaxy A73
Pros
- 108 MP main sensor at mid-range price
- Large 6.7-inch 120Hz AMOLED display
- IP67 water resistance
- 5000 mAh battery with great endurance
- Snapdragon 778G delivers solid performance
Cons
- Plastic build feels cheap for $499
- No wireless charging
- Slow 25W charging
- 5 MP macro and depth cameras are fillers
- Not widely available in all markets
Full Specifications
| Spec | Motorola Moto G 5G (2024) | Samsung Galaxy A73 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 14 | Android 12, One UI 4.1 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 192 g | 181 g |
| Material | Plastic frame and back | Plastic frame, Gorilla Glass 5 |
| IP rating | IP52 | IP67 |
| Dimensions | 164.9 x 75.1 x 8.2 mm | 163.7 x 76.1 x 7.6 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, PDAF | 108 MP, f/1.8, OIS |
| Front camera | 16 MP, f/2.4 | 32 MP, f/2.2 |
| Macro | 2 MP, f/2.4 | 5 MP, f/2.4 |
| Video | 1080p@60fps | 4K@30fps |
| Depth | — | 5 MP, f/2.4 |
| Ultrawide | — | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 6 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 15W wired (TurboPower) | 25W wired |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.6 inches | 6.7 inches |
| Type | IPS LCD | Super AMOLED Plus |
| Resolution | 2400 x 1080 | 2400 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 550 | 800 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz + 6x1.8 GHz) | Octa-core (4x2.4 GHz + 4x1.8 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 619 | Adreno 642L |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.1 | 5.0 |
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