Motorola Moto G 5G (2024) vs Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
The Verdict
Motorola's Moto G 5G (2024) delivers impressive value at $199, featuring a spacious 6.6-inch 120Hz IPS LCD display, 5000mAh battery with 15W charging, and a capable 50MP main camera with PDAF. Its Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 processor handles everyday tasks adequately, though performance feels dated compared to flagships. Samsung's Galaxy S22 Ultra commands a premium at $1199.99, justifying its cost with superior hardware across every dimension: Dynamic AMOLED 2X display reaching 1750 nits, Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 flagship performance, and a sophisticated quad-camera system with 108MP main sensor, 10x periscope zoom, and 8K video recording. Build quality differs significantly, with the S22 Ultra featuring premium materials and IP68 dust resistance versus the Moto G's plastic construction and IP52 rating. Battery capacity matches at 5000mAh, but the S22 Ultra's 45W wired and 15W wireless charging substantially outpaces the Moto's 15W capability. For budget-conscious buyers prioritizing battery life and decent performance, the Moto G 5G excels. Photography enthusiasts and those demanding premium features should invest in the Galaxy S22 Ultra.
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 S22 Ultra if…
- →Built-in S Pen silo is a unique productivity feature
- →Versatile quad-camera with 10x periscope telephoto
- →108 MP main sensor captures excellent detail
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 S22 Ultra
Pros
- Built-in S Pen silo is a unique productivity feature
- Versatile quad-camera with 10x periscope telephoto
- 108 MP main sensor captures excellent detail
- IP68 water and dust resistance
- Four years of OS and five years of security updates
Cons
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 runs hot under sustained load
- Very heavy and thick body
- 108 MP sensor replaced by 200 MP in the S23 Ultra
- Only 8 GB RAM on base storage variant
Full Specifications
| Spec | Motorola Moto G 5G (2024) | Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 14 | Android 12, One UI 4.1 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 192 g | 229 g |
| Material | Plastic frame and back | Armor Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus+ |
| IP rating | IP52 | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 164.9 x 75.1 x 8.2 mm | 163.3 x 77.9 x 8.9 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, PDAF | 108 MP, f/1.8, OIS |
| Front camera | 16 MP, f/2.4 | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Macro | 2 MP, f/2.4 | — |
| Video | 1080p@60fps | 8K@24fps, 4K@60fps |
| Telephoto | — | 10 MP 10x periscope + 10 MP 3x optical |
| Ultrawide | — | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 15W wired (TurboPower) | 45W wired |
| Wireless charging | No | 15W |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.6 inches | 6.8 inches |
| Type | IPS LCD | Dynamic AMOLED 2X LTPO |
| Resolution | 2400 x 1080 | 3088 x 1440 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 550 | 1750 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz + 6x1.8 GHz) | Octa-core (1x3.0 GHz + 3x2.5 GHz + 4x1.8 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 619 | Adreno 730 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | 5.1 | 5.2 |
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