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Motorola Moto G 5G (128GB) vs Sony Xperia Z1 (3G C6902)

Side by side comparison between Motorola Moto G 5G vs Sony Xperia Z1 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Sony Xperia Z1 X Motorola Moto G 5G (128GB) 23Points
6.7"
IPS

1080x2340

48
MP

16mp

6GB
RAM

Octa-core

5000
mAh

(Non removable)

vs
09Points Sony Xperia Z1 (3G C6902) Compare Motorola Moto G 5G X
5"
TFT

1080x1920

20.7
MP

2.1mp

2GB
RAM

Quad-core

3000
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Motorola Moto G 5G (128GB)

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

Moto G 5G (128GB)} 23 Advantages Motorola Moto G 5G (128GB) vs Xperia Z1 (3G C6902)} 9 Advantages Sony Xperia Z1 (3G C6902)
+2.2GHz 64bit Octa-core (8nm)50%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
vs2.2GHz 32bit Quad-core
+6GB LPDDR4X2 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
vs2GB LPDDR3
+128GB (111GB available)8 times
More internal storage for applications and files
vs16GB (12GB available)
+eMMC 5.1Advantage
Fastest write and read storage.
vseMMC 4.5
+Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC15 times
More external storage for files using memory cards
vsUntil 64GB microSD, microSDXC
+LTPS IPS LCDAdvantage
LTPS IPS LCD display is brighter and more vivid
vsTFT LCD
+1080x2340 pixels22%
Higher resolution screen
vs1080x1920 pixels
+6.7"34%
Larger screen
vs5"
+(triple camera) 48MP + 8MP + 2MP181%
Higher resolution main camera
vs(back) 20.7MP
+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
vsHDR photo/video only main camera
+1/2" inches15%
The larger sensor camera lets you take photos with better depth.
vs1/2.3" inches
+f/1.7 (aperture)18%
Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
vsf/2.0 (aperture)
+(front) 16MP7 times
Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
vs(front) 2.1MP
+4K UHD (3840x2160)3 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
vsFull HD (1920x1080)
+Android 11Advantage
Android 11 is newer and safer
vsAndroid 5.1.1 Lollipop
+5G SA/NSAAdvantage
The 5G SA/NSA network is newer and faster
vs3G+ HSPA+
+(5G SA/NSA) 2000 Mbps47 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
vs(3G+ HSPA+) 42 Mbps
+Face unlock 2DAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+5000 mAh67%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
vs3000 mAh
+2 slots (Dual-SIM)
(hybrid slot/shares the same microSD slot)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
vs1 slot (Single-SIM)
(dedicated slot)
+5.1 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.1 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
vs4.0 + A2DP
+Type-CAdvantage
Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
vsMicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
212 grams (7.42 ounces)vs+170 grams (5.95 ounces)25%
Lighter
9.9 millimeters (0.39 inches)vs+8.5 millimeters (0.33 inches)16%
Thinner
Plastic body, glass frontvs+Aluminum frame, glass front/backAdvantage
More resistant material
385 PPIvs+441 PPI15%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
Not supportedvs+BSI sensorAdvantage
The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
Not supportedvs+ANT+Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+DLNAAdvantage
With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
Not supportedvs+Scratch-resistant glassAdvantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
Water repellent nano-coating (don't immerse)vs+IP58 certifiedAdvantage
Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example

25 Common items in both devices
16 million
LED flash
Only digital zoom
PDAF: phase detection autofocus / Autofocus
EIS: Digital stabilization
(front) Full HD (1920x1080)
Capacitive
+18 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features

Moto G 5G (128GB)Sony Xperia Z1 (3G C6902)
ModelMoto G 5G (128GB)Xperia Z1 (3G C6902)
Other model namesLenovo Moto G 5G XT2113-3 (6GB RAM)Sony Xperia Z1 C6902 L39h PM-0500-BV, Sony Honami
Country or region available(Global, International)
(Global, International)
(Global, International)
(Global, International)
BrandMotorolaSony
Release date12/7/2020, Announced: 11/5/20209/6/2013
Depth9.9 millimeters (0.39 inches)8.5 millimeters (0.33 inches)
Size (width x height)76.1 x 166.1 millimeters (3 x 6.54 in)74 x 144 millimeters (2.91 x 5.67 in)
Weight212 grams (7.42 ounces)170 grams (5.95 ounces)
Build, materialsPlastic body, glass frontAluminum frame, glass front/back
Protection against water and othersWater repellent nano-coating (don't immerse)IP58 certified: dust/water resistant up to 1 meter and 30min

📲 Display

Moto G 5G (128GB)Sony Xperia Z1 (3G C6902)
Display typeLTPS IPS LCDTFT LCD
Screen size6.7" inches5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~87.2% (screen-to-body ratio)~64.7% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution1080x2340 pixels (20:9)1080x1920 pixels
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch 10-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)385 PPI441 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedScratch-resistant glass
Refresh rate60Hzfeature not registered
Display featuresHDR10feature not registered

🤖 Operating System

Moto G 5G (128GB)Sony Xperia Z1 (3G C6902)
System versionAndroid 10Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean
Firmware updateAndroid 11Android 5.1.1 Lollipop
User InterfaceMy UXfeature not registered

⚙️ Processor

Moto G 5G (128GB)Sony Xperia Z1 (3G C6902)
Chipset64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G (SM7225) (8nm)32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 MSM8974 (28nm)
CPUOcta-core, 2 processors:
2x 2.2GHz Kryo 570 (Dual-core)
6x 1.8GHz Kryo 570 (Hexa-core)
Quad-core, 1 processor:
4x 2.2GHz Krait 400 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controllerQualcomm Adreno 619 (800MHz)Qualcomm Adreno 330
Performance (benchmark)AnTuTu: 312461 (v8)
Geekbench: 1980 (v5.1)
GFXBench: 17fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
feature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

Moto G 5G (128GB)Sony Xperia Z1 (3G C6902)
RAM memory6GB LPDDR4X2GB LPDDR3
Internal storage128GB (111GB available)
eMMC 5.1
16GB (12GB available)
eMMC 4.5
External storageUntil 1TB microSD, microSDXC
(hybrid slot/shares the same SIM-2 slot)
Until 64GB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)

📶 Mobile networks

Moto G 5G (128GB)Sony Xperia Z1 (3G C6902)
Dual-SIMDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
(hybrid slot/shares the same microSD slot)
Not supported
SIM card2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
1 slot (Single-SIM)
micro-SIM (3FF)
Maximum Download / Upload2000/150 Mbps42/5.76 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G, 5G2G, 3G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkUMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat11 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28)
TD-LTE (38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43)
VoLTE
Not supported
Primary 5G networkSA/NSA (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 28, 38, 41, 77, 78)Not supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSAGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+
Secondary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900Not supported
Secondary 3G networkUMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100Not supported
Secondary 4G networkLTE Cat11 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28)
TD-LTE (38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43)
VoLTE
Not supported
Secondary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-ANot supported

📷 Camera

Moto G 5G (128GB)Sony Xperia Z1 (3G C6902)
Back camera (main camera)(triple camera)
48 megapixels
8MP ultrawide f/2.2118°1.12µm
2MP macro f/2.4AF
20.7 megapixels
Main camera resolution8000x6000 pixels5248x3936 pixels
Video recording (primary)4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fpsFull HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
FlashLED flashLED flash
Focal aperturef/1.7 (aperture)f/2.0 (aperture)
Focal length26mm (lens)feature not registered
Sensor size1/2" inches1/2.3" inches
Pixel size0.8µm pixelfeature not registered
AutofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocusAutofocus
Touch focusSupportedSupported
Image stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilization
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorNot supportedSupported
HDRHDR photo on both camerasHDR photo/video only main camera
Camera extras1080p@60fpsfeature not registered

📸 Front camera

Moto G 5G (128GB)Sony Xperia Z1 (3G C6902)
Front camera (secondary)16 megapixels2.1 megapixels
Front camera resolution4608x3456 pixels1920x1080 pixels
Video recording (secondary)Full HD (1920x1080)Full HD (1920x1080)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturef/2.2 (aperture)feature not registered
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel size1µm pixelfeature not registered

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Moto G 5G (128GB)Sony Xperia Z1 (3G C6902)
LoudspeakerMono sound (not stereo)Supported
Active noise cancellation2 microphones or more2 microphones or more
RadioFMFM (RDS)
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKVMP4, H.264, H.263
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, AC3, FLAC

🔌 Connectivity

Moto G 5G (128GB)Sony Xperia Z1 (3G C6902)
USBUSB 2.0 Type-C reversible connectorMicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output3.5mm jack3.5mm jack
TV outputNot supportedMicro-B USB MHL
Bluetooth5.1 + A2DP/LE4.0 + A2DP
WiFi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNANot supportedSupported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEOA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS
NFCSupportedSupported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Moto G 5G (128GB)Sony Xperia Z1 (3G C6902)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Face unlock 2D
Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted)
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
ANT+
Compass
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Moto G 5G (128GB)Sony Xperia Z1 (3G C6902)
Battery typeLiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
Battery capacity5000 mAh3000 mAh
Charger, watts20W Wired fast chargingWired charging
Inductive / wireless chargingNot supportedfeature not registered
Talk time autonomyfeature not registered15 hours
Standbyfeature not registered850 hours (35.4 days)

➕ Other features

Moto G 5G (128GB)Sony Xperia Z1 (3G C6902)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commandsVoice dialing, Voice recorder
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingSupportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, HTML5HTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Frosted Silver, Volcanic Gray
• TurboPower charger
• Colors: Black, White, Purple
• Sony Mobile BRAVIA Engine 3
• Sony TRILUMINOS display
• 3D Surround Sound

☢️ Radiation rate

Moto G 5G (128GB)Sony Xperia Z1 (3G C6902)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
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