Galaxy A05 vs Motorola Moto G73
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Galaxy A05
Starting at
£105.23£831.17 new
Motorola Moto G73
Starting at
£146.00What's the difference between the Galaxy A05 and Motorola Moto G73?
Galaxy A05 vs Motorola Moto G73 comes down to the chipset, RAM and screen size. Refurbished, the Galaxy A05 starts at £105.23, £40.77 less than the Motorola Moto G73.
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- Chipset: Mediatek Helio G85 (12 nm) on the Galaxy A05, Mediatek Dimensity 930 (6 nm) on the Motorola Moto G73.
- The Motorola Moto G73 has more RAM: 8 GB vs 4 GB.
- Screen size: 6.7 inch on the Galaxy A05, 6,5 inch on the Motorola Moto G73.
Galaxy A05 vs Motorola Moto G73 specs
The Galaxy A05 and Motorola Moto G73 both come from 2023 and offer solid battery capacity but differ in performance, screen quality, and connectivity. The Galaxy A05 suits you if you want a larger screen and a simple setup with 4G connectivity. The Moto G73 fits if you prefer sharper visuals with its higher resolution screen, more RAM for smoother multitasking, and 5G for faster mobile data. Both phones offer expandable storage and unlocked carrier compatibility to keep your options flexible.
Galaxy A05 vs Motorola Moto G73 price
Storage
- 256GBSold out
Galaxy A05 vs Motorola Moto G73 battery life and software updates
Durability covers battery size, software updates, and operating system.
Battery Capacity
Both the Galaxy A05 and Motorola Moto G73 have a 5000 mAh battery. This capacity provides substantial power for a full day of typical use, whether you are browsing, streaming, or chatting.
Software Updates
The Galaxy A05 does not support this update, so it runs on an earlier Android version.
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Galaxy A05 vs Motorola Moto G73 performance
Performance differences come down to chipset power, RAM, and storage options. These affect how smoothly apps run and how much data you can keep on your phone.
Processor Efficiency
The Galaxy A05 uses a Mediatek Helio G85 built on a 12 nm process, while the Motorola Moto G73 features a Mediatek Dimensity 930 with a 6 nm process. The smaller 6 nm technology in the Moto G73 typically supports better energy efficiency and faster performance, which benefits multitasking and app responsiveness.
Memory Size
Motorola Moto G73 offers 8 GB of RAM, which helps keep more apps open and running smoothly during multitasking. The Galaxy A05 has 4 GB of RAM, which suits everyday tasks and lighter app use.
Storage Capacity
You can find the Galaxy A05 with either 64 GB or 128 GB of storage, which is good for photos, apps, and files. The Motorola Moto G73 comes with 256 GB of storage, ideal if you keep large media files or many apps on your device.
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Galaxy A05 vs Motorola Moto G73 screen
Screen quality affects how clear and immersive your viewing experience is. Resolution, screen type and size all matter for videos, reading, and gaming.
Screen Resolution and Detail
The Motorola Moto G73 has a higher resolution screen at 1080 x 2400 pixels, providing sharper and clearer images. The Galaxy A05 has a 720 x 1600 pixel resolution, which still delivers decent clarity for everyday use.
Screen Size and Type
The Galaxy A05 offers a larger 6.7 inch PLS LCD screen, which gives you more room for watching videos and browsing. The Motorola Moto G73 has a slightly smaller 6.5 inch IPS LCD screen, which tends to offer good colour accuracy and viewing angles.
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Galaxy A05 vs Motorola Moto G73 camera
Camera capabilities define how well your photos and video calls come out. Both phones have the same main camera resolution but differ on the front camera.
Front Camera Detail
The Motorola Moto G73 has a 16 megapixel front camera, capturing more detail in selfies and video calls. The Galaxy A05 has an 8 megapixel front camera, which suits casual use and video chats.
Main Camera Quality
Both phones feature a 50 megapixel main camera. This resolution works well for detailed photos in a range of lighting conditions.
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Galaxy A05 vs Motorola Moto G73 size and design
This section covers additional features like network compatibility, SIM options, and weight, all of which affect daily convenience and connectivity.
Mobile Network and SIM
The Galaxy A05 supports 4G and uses a single physical SIM card, which suits you if you only need one mobile number and standard network speeds. The Motorola Moto G73 supports faster 5G connectivity and offers dual physical SIM slots, ideal if you manage two numbers or want quicker mobile data.
Expandable Storage
Both phones include a microSDXC slot, allowing you to increase storage with a memory card. This can be useful if you want extra space for photos, videos, or apps.
Weight and Portability
The Motorola Moto G73 weighs 181 g, making it lighter to hold and carry. The Galaxy A05 weighs 195 g, which still remains comfortable for daily use.
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Galaxy A05 or Motorola Moto G73: which should you buy?
Buy the Galaxy A05 if
- you want to spend less: it starts at £105.23, £40.77 less than the Motorola Moto G73
Buy the Motorola Moto G73 if
- you want more RAM (8 GB vs 4 GB)
- you want a higher-resolution front camera (16 megapixels vs 8 megapixels)
- you want 5G
Galaxy A05 vs Motorola Moto G73 FAQs
Galaxy A05 vs Motorola Moto G73 comes down to the chipset, RAM and screen size. Chipset: Mediatek Helio G85 (12 nm) on the Galaxy A05, Mediatek Dimensity 930 (6 nm) on the Motorola Moto G73. The Motorola Moto G73 has more RAM: 8 GB vs 4 GB.
The Galaxy A05 is cheaper refurbished, from £105.23 compared with £146 for the Motorola Moto G73.
Both have the same battery: 5000 mAh.
Both have the same main camera: 50 megapixels.
The Galaxy A05 gets updates until Oct 2027. We don't have published update dates for the Motorola Moto G73.
Refurbished, the Galaxy A05 comes in 64GB and 128GB, and the Motorola Moto G73 in 256GB.
