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Motorola Moto G23 (XT2333-3 128GB/8GB) vs Samsung Galaxy S4 (GT-i9505 64GB)

Side by side comparison between Motorola Moto G23 vs Samsung Galaxy S4 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Samsung Galaxy S4 X Motorola Moto G23 (XT2333-3 128GB/8GB) 23Points
6.5"
IPS

720x1600

50
MP

16mp

8GB
RAM

Octa-core

5000
mAh

(Non removable)

vs
10Points Samsung Galaxy S4 (GT-i9505 64GB) Compare Motorola Moto G23 X
5"
AMOLED

1080x1920

13
MP

2.1mp

2GB
RAM

Quad-core

2600
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Motorola Moto G23 (XT2333-3 128GB/8GB)

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 G23 (XT2333-3 128GB/8GB)} 23 Advantages Motorola Moto G23 (XT2333-3 128GB/8GB) vs Galaxy S4 (GT-i9505 64GB)} 10 Advantages Samsung Galaxy S4 (GT-i9505 64GB)
+2GHz 64bit Octa-core (12nm)57%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
vs1.9GHz 32bit Quad-core (28nm)
+8GB LPDDR4X3 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
vs2GB LPDDR3
+128GB (100GB available)82%
More internal storage for applications and files
vs64GB (55GB 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
+90Hz50%
The display reproduces more frames per second because the frequency (Hertz) is higher, improves fluidity and tires your eyes less.
vs60Hz
+6.5"30%
Larger screen
vs5"
+(triple camera) 50MP + 5MP + 2MP3 times
Higher resolution main camera
vs(back) 13MP
+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
vsHDR photo/video only main camera
+f/1.8 (aperture)22%
Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
vsf/2.2 (aperture)
+(front) 16MP7 times
Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
vs(front) 2.1MP
+Android 13Advantage
Android 13 is newer and safer
vsAndroid 5.0.1 Lollipop
+(4G LTE-A) 300 Mbps2 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
vs(4G LTE) 100 Mbps
+Face unlockAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+5000 mAh92%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
vs2600 mAh
+30W2 times
More power (watts) to charge the battery faster. Sometimes, the charger that comes with the device doesn't have the same power supported by the device. Check before you buy it.
vs10W
+2 slots (Dual-SIM)
(dedicated slot)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
vs1 slot (Single-SIM)
(dedicated slot)
+Stereo soundAdvantage
Better sound quality for listening to music or clearer hands-free calls
vsMono sound (not stereo)
+FMAdvantage
The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general
vsNot supported
+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
+Water repellent nano-coating (don't immerse)Advantage
Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example
vsNot supported
184 grams (6.44 ounces)vs+130 grams (4.55 ounces)42%
Lighter
8.2 millimeters (0.32 inches)vs+7.9 millimeters (0.31 inches)4%
Thinner
TFT IPS LCDvs+Super AMOLEDAdvantage
Super AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
720x1600 pixelsvs+1080x1920 pixels80%
Higher resolution screen
270 PPIvs+441 PPI63%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
Not supportedvs+ANT+Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+BarometerAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+CompassAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)vs+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily
Not supportedvs+DLNAAdvantage
With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.

22 Common items in both devices
Plastic body, glass front
16 million
LED flash
Only digital zoom
PDAF: phase detection autofocus / Autofocus
EIS: Digital stabilization
Full HD (1920x1080)
+15 specs and more in the table below

Check the comparison table below for more items that are not evaluated in comparison score above.

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📱 Model features

Moto G23 (XT2333-3 128GB/8GB)Galaxy S4 (GT-i9505 64GB)
ModelMoto G23 (XT2333-3 128GB/8GB)Galaxy S4 (GT-i9505 64GB)
Other model namesLenovo Moto G23 (NFC, Dual-SIM) XT2333-3-DS MC3FDGalaxy S4 LTE (4G LTE) i9505, Samsung Altius
Country or region available(Europe)(United Kingdom)GermanySpainItalyUkraine
(Europe), (United Kingdom), Germany, Spain, Italy, Ukraine
(Global, International)
(Global, International)
BrandMotorolaSamsung
Release date1/24/20234/15/2013, Announced: 3/15/2013
Depth8.2 millimeters (0.32 inches)7.9 millimeters (0.31 inches)
Size (width x height)74.66 x 162.7 millimeters (2.94 x 6.41 in)69.8 x 136.6 millimeters (2.75 x 5.38 in)
Weight184 grams (6.44 ounces)130 grams (4.55 ounces)
Build, materialsPlastic body, glass frontPlastic body, glass front
Protection against water and othersWater repellent nano-coating (don't immerse)Not supported

📲 Display

Moto G23 (XT2333-3 128GB/8GB)Galaxy S4 (GT-i9505 64GB)
Display typeTFT IPS LCDSuper AMOLED
Screen size6.5" inches5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~84% (screen-to-body ratio)~72.3% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution720x1600 pixels (20:9)1080x1920 pixels (16:9)
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch 10-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)270 PPI441 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassPanda King GlassGorilla Glass 3
Refresh rate90Hz60Hz
Display features400nits[peak]Not supported

🤖 Operating System

Moto G23 (XT2333-3 128GB/8GB)Galaxy S4 (GT-i9505 64GB)
System versionAndroid 13Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean
Firmware updatefeature not registeredAndroid 5.0.1 Lollipop
User InterfaceMy UXTouchWiz UI

⚙️ Processor

Moto G23 (XT2333-3 128GB/8GB)Galaxy S4 (GT-i9505 64GB)
Chipset64bit: MediaTek Helio G85 (12nm)32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 600 (APQ8064AB) (28nm)
CPUOcta-core, 2 processors:
2x 2GHz ARM-Cortex-A75 (Dual-core)
6x 1.8GHz ARM-Cortex-A55 (Hexa-core)
Quad-core, 1 processor:
4x 1.9GHz Krait 300 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controllerARM Mali-G52 MC2 (1GHz)Qualcomm Adreno 320 (450MHz)
Performance (benchmark)AnTuTu: 213096 (v9)feature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

Moto G23 (XT2333-3 128GB/8GB)Galaxy S4 (GT-i9505 64GB)
RAM memory8GB LPDDR4X2GB LPDDR3
Internal storage128GB (100GB available)
eMMC 5.1
64GB (55GB available)
eMMC 4.5
External storageUntil 1TB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)
Until 64GB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)

📶 Mobile networks

Moto G23 (XT2333-3 128GB/8GB)Galaxy S4 (GT-i9505 64GB)
Dual-SIMDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
(dedicated slot)
Not supported
SIM card2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
1 slot (Single-SIM)
micro-SIM (3FF)
Maximum Download / Upload300/150 Mbps100/50 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G2G, 3G, 4G
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 850/900/1900/2100UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat7 (1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28)
TD-LTE (38, 40, 41)
VoLTE
LTE Cat3 (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20)
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-AGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE
Secondary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900Not supported
Secondary 3G networkUMTS 850/900/1900/2100Not supported
Secondary 4G networkLTE Cat7 (1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28)
TD-LTE (38, 40, 41)
VoLTE
Not supported
Secondary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-ANot supported

📷 Camera

Moto G23 (XT2333-3 128GB/8GB)Galaxy S4 (GT-i9505 64GB)
Back camera (main camera)(triple camera)
50 megapixels
5MP ultrawide f/2.2118°1.75µm
2MP macro f/2.41.75µm
13 megapixels
Main camera resolution8160x6120 pixels4128x3096 pixels
Video recording (primary)Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fpsFull HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
FlashLED flashLED flash
Focal aperturef/1.8 (aperture)f/2.2 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registered31mm lens
Sensor sizefeature not registered1/3.1" inches
Pixel size0.64µm pixel1.14µm pixel
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 sensorSupportedSupported
HDRHDR photo on both camerasHDR photo/video only main camera
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

📸 Front camera

Moto G23 (XT2333-3 128GB/8GB)Galaxy S4 (GT-i9505 64GB)
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/2.5 (aperture)f/2.4 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registered31mm lens
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel size1µm pixelfeature not registered

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Moto G23 (XT2333-3 128GB/8GB)Galaxy S4 (GT-i9505 64GB)
LoudspeakerStereo sound
Dolby Atmos
Mono sound (not stereo)
Active noise cancellation2 microphones or more2 microphones or more
RadioFMNot supported
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKVMP4, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC

🔌 Connectivity

Moto G23 (XT2333-3 128GB/8GB)Galaxy S4 (GT-i9505 64GB)
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)
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 supportedSupported

🧭 Sensors

Moto G23 (XT2333-3 128GB/8GB)Galaxy S4 (GT-i9505 64GB)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Face unlock
Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
ANT+
Barometer
Compass
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Moto G23 (XT2333-3 128GB/8GB)Galaxy S4 (GT-i9505 64GB)
Battery typeLiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
Battery capacity5000 mAh2600 mAh
Charger, watts30W Wired fast charging10W (5V/2A) Wired charging
Inductive / wireless chargingNot supportedNot supported
Talk time autonomyfeature not registered17 hours
Standbyfeature not registered350 hours (14.6 days)

➕ Other features

Moto G23 (XT2333-3 128GB/8GB)Galaxy S4 (GT-i9505 64GB)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commandsVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (Swype), 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: Matte Charcoal, Pearl White, Steel Blue• Colors: White Frost, Black Mist
• Dual Shot camera
• mDNIe
• S-Voice
• Group Play
• Smart Stay eye tracking
• Dropbox (50GB)
• Java framework

☢️ Radiation rate

Moto G23 (XT2333-3 128GB/8GB)Galaxy S4 (GT-i9505 64GB)
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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