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Galaxy A05s

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£75.07£144.64 new
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Motorola Moto G23

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£144.00
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What's the difference between the Galaxy A05s and Motorola Moto G23?

Galaxy A05s vs Motorola Moto G23 comes down to the chipset, RAM and screen size. Refurbished, the Galaxy A05s starts at £75.07, £68.93 less than the Motorola Moto G23.

Refurbished from

£75.07£144

Chipset

Qualcomm SM6225 Snapdragon 680 4G (6 nm)Mediatek MT6769Z Helio G85 (12 nm)

RAM

4 GB8 GB

Screen size

6.7 inch6.5 inch

Screen type

PLS LCDIPS LCD

Front camera

13 megapixels16 megapixels
  • Chipset: Qualcomm SM6225 Snapdragon 680 4G (6 nm) on the Galaxy A05s, Mediatek MT6769Z Helio G85 (12 nm) on the Motorola Moto G23.
  • The Motorola Moto G23 has more RAM: 8 GB vs 4 GB.
  • The Galaxy A05s has a bigger screen: 6.7 inch vs 6.5 inch.

Galaxy A05s vs Motorola Moto G23 specs

The Galaxy A05s and Motorola Moto G23 share some basics like battery capacity and 4G connectivity but they differ in performance, screen quality, and physical size. The Galaxy A05s offers a larger, higher resolution screen suited for watching videos and reading while the Moto G23 provides more RAM for smoother multitasking and a higher resolution front camera for selfies. The Galaxy A05s supports dual SIM cards, making it a practical choice for those who need two phone numbers on one device. The Moto G23 is somewhat lighter and more compact, which suits users who prefer a smaller phone feel. Both are unlocked and expandable with microSDXC cards, catering to various user needs.

Galaxy A05s vs Motorola Moto G23 price

Galaxy A05s vs Motorola Moto G23 battery life and software updates

When it comes to durability, both phones share the same battery capacity and release year, offering similar potential for daily use in terms of power.

Battery Capacity

Both the Galaxy A05s and Motorola Moto G23 have a 5000 mAh battery. This means you can expect comparable battery life from either device, suitable for full days of typical use without frequent recharging.

Battery

5000 mAh5000 mAh

Fast charging

25 WN/A

Foldable

NoNo

Software updates

Until Oct 2027N/A

Year of release

20232023

Galaxy A05s vs Motorola Moto G23 performance

Performance differences come down to the chipset and memory. These impact how smoothly the phone runs apps and handles multitasking.

Processor Technology

The Galaxy A05s uses a Qualcomm SM6225 Snapdragon 680 4G chipset built on a 6 nm process, which is a more recent manufacturing size compared to the Motorola Moto G23's Mediatek MT6769Z Helio G85 built on 12 nm. This can influence efficiency and heat management in daily tasks.

Memory Capacity

The Motorola Moto G23 comes with 8 GB of RAM, which helps keep more apps open and running smoothly at the same time. The Galaxy A05s offers 4 GB of RAM, which suits everyday use with fewer apps active simultaneously.

Storage Variants

The Galaxy A05s is available in 64 GB and 128 GB storage options, giving you a choice depending on your space needs. The Motorola Moto G23 comes with 128 GB, providing ample room for apps, photos, and files without the need to choose between sizes.

Chipset

Qualcomm SM6225 Snapdragon 680 4G (6 nm)Mediatek MT6769Z Helio G85 (12 nm)

RAM

4 GB8 GB

Galaxy A05s vs Motorola Moto G23 screen

Screen quality differences affect how you view content and how much space you have for it. Both phones share the same refresh rate, which helps keep animations smooth.

Screen Size and Resolution

The Galaxy A05s has a larger 6.7 inch screen with a higher resolution of 1080 by 2400 pixels. This provides a sharper and more spacious display, ideal for watching videos or browsing. The Motorola Moto G23 has a 6.5 inch screen with a 720 by 1600 pixel resolution, which suits users who prefer a slightly smaller and simpler screen experience.

Screen Technology

The Galaxy A05s uses a PLS LCD screen while the Motorola Moto G23 has an IPS LCD. Both types offer good colour and viewing angles, but the difference may be noticeable depending on personal preference for colour tone and brightness.

Refresh rate

90 Hz90 Hz

Resolution

1080 x 2400720 x 1600

Screen size

6.7 inch6.5 inch

Screen type

PLS LCDIPS LCD

Galaxy A05s vs Motorola Moto G23 camera

Camera differences matter if you take selfies or photos regularly. Both phones share the same main camera resolution for standard photos.

Front Camera Resolution

The Motorola Moto G23 has a 16 megapixel front camera, which captures more detail in selfies compared to the Galaxy A05s's 13 megapixel front camera. This makes the Moto G23 a good choice for those who prioritise self-portraits and video calls.

Main Camera Resolution

Both phones have a 50 megapixel main camera, suitable for capturing detailed photos in everyday use.

Camera type

Triple (3x)N/A

Front camera

13 megapixels16 megapixels

Main camera

50 megapixels50 megapixels

Galaxy A05s vs Motorola Moto G23 size and design

Other differences include size, weight, SIM card setup, and carrier compatibility. These affect how each phone fits your lifestyle and network needs.

SIM Card Setup

The Galaxy A05s supports dual physical SIM cards, which is useful if you need two separate phone numbers for work and personal use. The Motorola Moto G23 supports a single physical SIM card.

Physical Dimensions and Weight

The Galaxy A05s is larger and heavier, measuring 168 mm tall, 77.8 mm wide, 8.8 mm thick, and weighing 194 g. The Motorola Moto G23 is smaller and lighter at 162.7 mm tall, 74.7 mm wide, 8.2 mm thick, and 184 g. This makes the Moto G23 easier to hold for those who prefer a compact phone.

Carrier and Network

Both devices come unlocked and support 4G networks, giving you flexibility to choose your mobile carrier and plan.

Storage Expansion

Both phones support microSDXC cards, allowing you to expand storage beyond the built-in capacity.

Carrier compatibility

UnlockedUnlocked

Connector

USB-CN/A

Depth

8.8 mm8.2 mm

Height

168 mm162.7 mm

Mobile network

4G4G

SD card slot

microSDXCmicroSDXC

SIM card

Dual Physical SIMPhysical SIM

Weight

194 g184 g

Width

77.8 mm74.7 mm

Galaxy A05s or Motorola Moto G23: which should you buy?

Buy the Galaxy A05s if

  • you want to spend less: it starts at £75.07, £68.93 less than the Motorola Moto G23
  • you want a bigger screen (6.7 inch vs 6.5 inch)

Buy the Motorola Moto G23 if

  • you want more RAM (8 GB vs 4 GB)
  • you want a higher-resolution front camera (16 megapixels vs 13 megapixels)
  • you want a lighter build (184 g vs 194 g)

Galaxy A05s vs Motorola Moto G23 FAQs

Galaxy A05s vs Motorola Moto G23 comes down to the chipset, RAM and screen size. Chipset: Qualcomm SM6225 Snapdragon 680 4G (6 nm) on the Galaxy A05s, Mediatek MT6769Z Helio G85 (12 nm) on the Motorola Moto G23. The Motorola Moto G23 has more RAM: 8 GB vs 4 GB.

The Galaxy A05s is cheaper refurbished, from £75.07 compared with £144 for the Motorola Moto G23.

Both have the same battery: 5000 mAh.

Both have the same main camera: 50 megapixels.

The Galaxy A05s gets updates until Oct 2027. We don't have published update dates for the Motorola Moto G23.

Refurbished, the Galaxy A05s comes in 64GB and 128GB, and the Motorola Moto G23 in 128GB.

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