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Galaxy A15

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£112.59£169.00 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 A15 and Motorola Moto G23?

Galaxy A15 vs Motorola Moto G23 comes down to the chipset, RAM and screen type. Refurbished, the Galaxy A15 starts at £112.59, £31.41 less than the Motorola Moto G23.

Refurbished from

£112.59£144

Chipset

Mediatek Helio G99 (6nm)Mediatek MT6769Z Helio G85 (12 nm)

RAM

4 GB8 GB

Screen type

Super AMOLEDIPS LCD

Front camera

13 megapixels16 megapixels

Weight

200 g184 g
  • Chipset: Mediatek Helio G99 (6nm) on the Galaxy A15, 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 A15 has an OLED screen.

Galaxy A15 vs Motorola Moto G23 specs

The Galaxy A15 and Motorola Moto G23 both launched in 2023 and share some basics like battery capacity, 4G connectivity and unlocked carrier compatibility. The Galaxy A15 suits you if you want a sharper, brighter screen and balanced memory with its 4GB RAM. The Motorola Moto G23 offers double the RAM at 8GB, which is helpful if you keep many apps open. It also has a higher resolution front camera for detailed selfies. Both have the same main camera size and battery, so camera versatility and endurance are similar.

Galaxy A15 vs Motorola Moto G23 price

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Galaxy A15 vs Motorola Moto G23 battery life and software updates

Both devices share key durability features including battery size and Android operating system. These aspects contribute to their everyday reliability and power endurance without major differences between them.

Battery Capacity

The Galaxy A15 and Motorola Moto G23 both come with a 5000 mAh battery. This capacity supports long usage times, making either device suitable for a full day of typical activities like browsing, streaming and calls without frequent recharging.

Operating System

Both run on Android, providing access to a wide range of apps and services. This means you can expect a familiar software experience and compatibility with most popular applications on either device.

Battery

5000 mAh5000 mAh

Fast charging

25 WN/A

Foldable

NoNo

Software updates

Until Dec 2028N/A

Year of release

20232023

Galaxy A15 vs Motorola Moto G23 performance

Performance differences arise mainly from memory and chipset details. These influence multitasking capability and general responsiveness in daily use.

RAM Capacity

The Galaxy A15 offers 4 GB of RAM, which supports smooth operation for everyday apps and basic multitasking. The Motorola Moto G23 doubles this with 8 GB of RAM, which helps keep more apps open simultaneously and can improve responsiveness when switching between tasks.

Chipset Efficiency

The Galaxy A15 uses a Mediatek Helio G99 built on a 6 nm process, while the Motorola Moto G23 features a Mediatek MT6769Z Helio G85 built on a 12 nm process. The smaller manufacturing process of the A15's chipset may offer improved power efficiency and performance consistency during use, which benefits battery life and smoothness.

Storage

Both devices offer 128 GB of storage, providing ample space for apps, photos and files. This size suits users who want room without immediately needing to expand storage.

Chipset

Mediatek Helio G99 (6nm)Mediatek MT6769Z Helio G85 (12 nm)

RAM

4 GB8 GB

Galaxy A15 vs Motorola Moto G23 screen

Screen quality differences affect how content looks and feels. Both devices have the same screen size and refresh rate but vary in resolution and display technology.

Resolution and Sharpness

The Galaxy A15 has a 1080 x 2340 resolution, delivering a sharper and more detailed image. The Motorola Moto G23 has a 720 x 1600 resolution, which is less sharp but still suitable for everyday viewing such as social media and messaging.

Display Type

The Galaxy A15 uses a Super AMOLED screen, known for vivid colours and deeper blacks. This makes it well suited for watching videos and viewing photos with richer contrast. The Motorola Moto G23 features an IPS LCD, which offers natural colours and good visibility in various lighting but with less contrast depth than AMOLED.

Refresh rate

90 Hz90 Hz

Resolution

1080 x 2340720 x 1600

Screen size

6.5 inch6.5 inch

Screen type

Super AMOLEDIPS LCD

Galaxy A15 vs Motorola Moto G23 camera

Camera differences focus mainly on the front-facing camera, while the main cameras and other audiovisual features are similar.

Front Camera Detail

The Motorola Moto G23 has a 16 megapixel front camera, which captures more detail in selfies and video calls. The Galaxy A15 offers a 13 megapixel front camera, which still produces good quality images but with slightly less resolution.

Main Camera Similarity

Both phones have a 50 megapixel main camera, making them equally capable for everyday photography and video. This means you can expect similar detail and image quality from the primary camera on either device.

Camera type

Triple (3x)N/A

Front camera

13 megapixels16 megapixels

Main camera

50 megapixels50 megapixels

Galaxy A15 vs Motorola Moto G23 size and design

Other aspects such as size, weight and expandability offer practical differences that affect how the devices feel in hand and how you use them day to day.

Dimensions and Weight

The Galaxy A15 measures 160.1 mm in height, 76.8 mm in width and 8.4 mm in depth, weighing 200 g. The Motorola Moto G23 is slightly taller at 162.7 mm, narrower at 74.7 mm, and thinner at 8.2 mm, with a lighter weight of 184 g. This makes the Moto G23 easier to hold for extended periods and pocket.

Carrier and Network

Both phones are unlocked and support 4G networks, allowing you to choose your mobile provider freely and enjoy reliable connectivity across 4G services.

Expandable Storage

Each phone includes a microSDXC card slot for expanding storage beyond the built-in 128 GB. This suits users who want to add more space for media and files without replacing the device.

Carrier compatibility

UnlockedUnlocked

Connector

USB-C + Jack 3.5mmN/A

Depth

8.4 mm8.2 mm

Height

160.1 mm162.7 mm

Mobile network

4G4G

SD card slot

microSDXCmicroSDXC

SIM card

Physical SIMPhysical SIM

Weight

200 g184 g

Width

76.8 mm74.7 mm

Galaxy A15 or Motorola Moto G23: which should you buy?

Buy the Galaxy A15 if

  • you want to spend less: it starts at £112.59, £31.41 less than the Motorola Moto G23
  • you want an OLED screen

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 200 g)

Galaxy A15 vs Motorola Moto G23 FAQs

Galaxy A15 vs Motorola Moto G23 comes down to the chipset, RAM and screen type. Chipset: Mediatek Helio G99 (6nm) on the Galaxy A15, 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 A15 is cheaper refurbished, from £112.59 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 A15 gets updates until Dec 2028. We don't have published update dates for the Motorola Moto G23.

Both come in 128GB refurbished.

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