Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2024) vs Sony Xperia 1 IV
The Verdict
Comparing these devices reveals vastly different philosophies and price points. Motorola's Moto G Stylus 5G delivers impressive value with its large 6.7-inch pOLED display (120Hz, 1300 nits), built-in stylus, and capable 50MP main camera with OIS at just $399. Performance relies on Snapdragon 6 Gen 1, sufficient for daily tasks but limited for demanding gaming. Sony's Xperia 1 IV commands a significant premium at $1599, justified by flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processing, superior build quality with aluminum and Gorilla Glass Victus, and a professional-grade camera system featuring 85-125mm continuous zoom with Cinema Pro support. Sony's 4K display achieves higher resolution (3840x1644) though lower brightness. Battery capacity matches at 5000mAh, but charging speeds remain identical. Budget buyers seeking stylus functionality and screen real estate should choose Motorola. Professionals and photography enthusiasts requiring zoom versatility and cinematic video capabilities justifies Sony's investment. For most consumers, Motorola offers remarkable value.
Who Should Buy
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
Buy the Sony Xperia 1 IV if…
- →True optical continuous zoom (85-125mm) is unique
- →4K 120Hz OLED display
- →Professional video recording with Cinema Pro
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
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
Sony Xperia 1 IV
Pros
- True optical continuous zoom (85-125mm) is unique
- 4K 120Hz OLED display
- Professional video recording with Cinema Pro
- 3.5mm headphone jack
- microSD card slot for expandable storage
Cons
- $1599 was the most expensive mainstream phone
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 overheating problems
- 12 MP sensors felt dated versus competition
- Slow 30W charging
- Point-and-shoot camera results behind rivals
Full Specifications
| Spec | Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2024) | Sony Xperia 1 IV |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 14 | Android 12 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 190 g | 185 g |
| Material | Vegan leather back, plastic frame | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 162.6 x 75 x 8.3 mm | 165 x 71 x 8.2 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, PDAF, OIS | 12 MP, f/1.7, OIS |
| Front camera | 32 MP, f/2.4 | 12 MP, f/2.0 |
| Video | 4K@30fps | 4K@120fps, Cinema Pro |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP, f/2.2 | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Telephoto | — | 12 MP, f/2.3-2.8, 85-125mm continuous zoom |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 12 GB |
| Storage options | 256 GB | 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 30W wired (TurboPower) | 30W wired |
| Wireless charging | 15W wireless | 15W wireless |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.7 inches | 6.5 inches |
| Type | pOLED | OLED |
| Resolution | 2400 x 1080 | 3840 x 1644 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1300 | 1000 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.2 GHz + 4x1.8 GHz) | Octa-core (1x3.0 GHz + 3x2.5 GHz + 4x1.8 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 710 | Adreno 730 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.2 |
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