Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2024) vs Sony Xperia 1 VI
The Verdict
Sony's Xperia 1 VI represents flagship photography and performance, featuring a superior Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, exceptional 4K@120fps video recording, and continuous optical zoom up to 170mm that the Moto G simply cannot match. Display brightness reaches 2100 nits versus 1300 nits, delivering noticeably superior outdoor visibility. However, both phones share identical 5000mAh batteries and 30W charging speeds. Motorola's Moto G Stylus 5G 2024 delivers surprising value at $399, offering a vibrant pOLED display, stylus functionality, acceptable 4K video at 30fps, and capable everyday performance via Snapdragon 6 Gen 1. At 3.5 times the price, Sony justifies its cost through advanced computational photography, professional-grade video capabilities, superior build materials including Gorilla Glass Victus 2, and cutting-edge processor performance. The choice depends on budget: Moto G excels for value-conscious users needing stylus functionality, while Xperia 1 VI targets serious mobile photographers demanding premium specs and performance.
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 VI if…
- →Continuous optical zoom telephoto (85-170mm)
- →Pro-grade camera apps for photo and video
- →3.5mm headphone jack and microSD card support
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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 VI
Pros
- Continuous optical zoom telephoto (85-170mm)
- Pro-grade camera apps for photo and video
- 3.5mm headphone jack and microSD card support
- Compact form factor for a flagship
- Very long battery life
Cons
- Resolution dropped from 4K to FHD+ vs predecessor
- Slow 30W charging
- Premium price
- Niche appeal outside enthusiasts
Full Specifications
| Spec | Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2024) | Sony Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 14 | Android 14 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 190 g | 192 g |
| Material | Vegan leather back, plastic frame | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 back |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP65/IP68 |
| Dimensions | 162.6 x 75 x 8.3 mm | 162 x 74 x 8.2 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, PDAF, OIS | 48 MP, f/1.9, 1/1.35" Exmor T |
| Front camera | 32 MP, f/2.4 | 12 MP, f/2.0 |
| Video | 4K@30fps | 4K@120fps HDR |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP, f/2.2 | 12 MP, f/2.2, 16mm |
| Telephoto | — | 12 MP, f/2.3-3.5, 85-170mm continuous optical 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 | Qi wireless |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.7 inches | 6.5 inches |
| Type | pOLED | LTPO OLED |
| Resolution | 2400 x 1080 | 2340 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1300 | 2100 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.2 GHz + 4x1.8 GHz) | Octa-core (1x3.3 GHz Cortex-X4 + 5x3.2 GHz A720 + 2x2.3 GHz A520) |
| GPU | Adreno 710 | Adreno 750 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.4 |
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