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Motorola Moto G42 (128GB/6GB) vs Motorola Droid Ultra (XT1080)

Side by side comparison between Motorola Moto G42 vs Motorola Droid Ultra phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Motorola Droid Ultra X Motorola Moto G42 (128GB/6GB) 23Points
6.4"
AMOLED

1080x2400

50
MP

16mp

6GB
RAM

Octa-core

5000
mAh

(Non removable)

vs
06Points Motorola Droid Ultra (XT1080) Compare Motorola Moto G42 X
5"
AMOLED

720x1280

10.5
MP

2.1mp

2GB
RAM

Dual-core

2130
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Motorola Moto G42 (128GB/6GB)

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 G42 (128GB/6GB)} 23 Advantages Motorola Moto G42 (128GB/6GB) vs Droid Ultra (XT1080)} 6 Advantages Motorola Droid Ultra (XT1080)
+2.4GHz 64bit Octa-core (6nm)143%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
vs1.7GHz 32bit Dual-core
+6GB LPDDR4X2 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
vs2GB LPDDR2
+128GB (104GB available)9 times
More internal storage for applications and files
vs16GB (10GB available)
+eMMC 5.1Advantage
Fastest write and read storage.
vseMMC 4.5
+Until 1TB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage
More external storage for files using memory cards
vsNot supported
+1080x2400 pixels181%
Higher resolution screen
vs720x1280 pixels
+411 PPI40%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
vs294 PPI
+6.4"28%
Larger screen
vs5"
+(triple camera) 50MP + 8MP + 2MP5 times
Higher resolution main camera
vs(back) 10.5MP
+BSI sensorAdvantage
The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
vsNot supported
+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
vsHDR photo only main camera
+f/1.8 (aperture)33%
Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
vsf/2.4 (aperture)
+(front) 16MP7 times
Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
vs(front) 2.1MP
+Android 12Advantage
Android 12 is newer and safer
vsAndroid 5.0 Lollipop
+(4G LTE-A) 400 Mbps3 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
vs(4G LTE) 100 Mbps
+Face unlock 2DAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+5000 mAh135%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
vs2130 mAh
+18W3 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.
vs5W
+2 slots (Dual-SIM)
(dedicated slot)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
vs1 slot (Single-SIM)
+FMAdvantage
The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general
vsNot supported
+5.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.0 + 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
175 grams (6.13 ounces)vs+137 grams (4.8 ounces)28%
Lighter
8.3 millimeters (0.33 inches)vs+7.2 millimeters (0.28 inches)15%
Thinner
AMOLEDvs+Super AMOLEDAdvantage
Super AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
Not supportedvs+BarometerAdvantage
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+Gorilla GlassAdvantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys

29 Common items in both devices
Plastic body, glass front
60Hz
16 million
LED flash
Only digital zoom
PDAF: phase detection autofocus / Autofocus
EIS: Digital stabilization
+22 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features

Moto G42 (128GB/6GB)Motorola Droid Ultra (XT1080)
 
ModelMoto G42 (128GB/6GB)Droid Ultra (XT1080)
Other model namesLenovo Moto G42 XT2233-2Verizon Motorola DROID ULTRA XT1080, Motorola Obake
Country or region availableSpainPortugal
Spain, Portugal
USA
USA
BrandMotorolaMotorola
Release date6/28/2022, Announced: 6/9/20228/20/2013, Announced: 7/29/2013
Depth8.3 millimeters (0.33 inches)7.2 millimeters (0.28 inches)
Size (width x height)73.47 x 160.61 millimeters (2.89 x 6.32 in)71.2 x 137.5 millimeters (2.8 x 5.41 in)
Weight175 grams (6.13 ounces)137 grams (4.8 ounces)
Build, materialsPlastic body, glass frontPlastic body, glass front
Back: DuPont KEVLAR
Protection against water and othersIP52 certified: protection against dust and splashingWater splash resistant (don't immerse)

📲 Display

Moto G42 (128GB/6GB)Motorola Droid Ultra (XT1080)
Display typeAMOLEDSuper AMOLED
Screen size6.4" inches5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~83.8% (screen-to-body ratio)~70.4% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution1080x2400 pixels (20:9)720x1280 pixels (16:9)
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)411 PPI294 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedGorilla Glass
Refresh rate60Hz60Hz
Display featuresNot supportedNot supported

🤖 Operating System

Moto G42 (128GB/6GB)Motorola Droid Ultra (XT1080)
System versionAndroid 12Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean
Firmware updatefeature not registeredAndroid 5.0 Lollipop
User InterfaceMy UXfeature not registered

⚙️ Processor

Moto G42 (128GB/6GB)Motorola Droid Ultra (XT1080)
Chipset64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 (SM6225) (6nm)32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro MSM8960DT (28nm)
CPUOcta-core, 2 processors:
4x 2.4GHz Kryo 265 Gold (Quad-core)
4x 1.9GHz Kryo 265 Silver (Quad-core)
Dual-core, 1 processor:
2x 1.7GHz Krait 300 (Dual-core)
GPU graphical controllerQualcomm Adreno 610Qualcomm Adreno 320
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredfeature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

Moto G42 (128GB/6GB)Motorola Droid Ultra (XT1080)
RAM memory6GB LPDDR4X2GB LPDDR2
Internal storage128GB (104GB available)
eMMC 5.1
16GB (10GB available)
eMMC 4.5
External storageUntil 1TB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)
Not supported

📶 Mobile networks

Moto G42 (128GB/6GB)Motorola Droid Ultra (XT1080)
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)
nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload400/150 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 850/900/1800/1900CDMA 800/1900, GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkGlobal version:
UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
India version:
UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
CDMA2000 1xEV-DO
UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat13
VoLTE
Global version:
LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 26, 28, 66)
TD-LTE (38, 40, 41)
India version:
LTE (1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28)
TD-LTE (38, 40, 41)
LTE Cat3 (Bands 4, 13)
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-AGPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE
Secondary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900Not supported
Secondary 3G networkGlobal version:
UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
India version:
UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Not supported
Secondary 4G networkLTE Cat13
VoLTE
Global version:
LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 26, 28, 66)
TD-LTE (38, 40, 41)
India version:
LTE (1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28)
TD-LTE (38, 40, 41)
Not supported
Secondary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-ANot supported

📷 Camera

Moto G42 (128GB/6GB)Motorola Droid Ultra (XT1080)
Back camera (main camera)(triple camera)
50 megapixels
8MP ultrawide f/2.2118°1/4"1.12µm
2MP macro f/2.41.75µm
10.5 megapixels
Main camera resolution8160x6120 pixels4320x2432 pixels
Video recording (primary)Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fpsFull HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
FlashLED flashLED flash
Focal aperturef/1.8 (aperture)f/2.4 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor size1/2.76" inchesfeature not registered
Pixel size0.64µm pixel1.4µm 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 sensorSupportedNot supported
HDRHDR photo on both camerasHDR photo only main camera
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

📸 Front camera

Moto G42 (128GB/6GB)Motorola Droid Ultra (XT1080)
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 G42 (128GB/6GB)Motorola Droid Ultra (XT1080)
LoudspeakerStereo sound with dual speakers
Dolby Atmos
Supported
Active noise cancellation2 microphones or more2 microphones
RadioFMNot supported
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKVMP4, H.264, H.263, WMV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, WMA, AAC+

🔌 Connectivity

Moto G42 (128GB/6GB)Motorola Droid Ultra (XT1080)
USBUSB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoMicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output3.5mm jack3.5mm jack
TV outputUSB Type-C (reversible)Not supported
Bluetooth5.0 + 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)
WiFi hotspot
DLNANot supportedSupported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEOA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS
NFCSupportedSupported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Moto G42 (128GB/6GB)Motorola Droid Ultra (XT1080)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Face unlock 2D
Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Barometer
Compass
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Moto G42 (128GB/6GB)Motorola Droid Ultra (XT1080)
Battery typeLiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
Battery capacity5000 mAh2130 mAh
Charger, watts18W Wired fast charging5W Wired charging
Inductive / wireless chargingNot supportedNot supported
Talk time autonomyfeature not registered28 hours (1.2 days)
Standbyfeature not registered312 hours (13 days)

➕ Other features

Moto G42 (128GB/6GB)Motorola Droid Ultra (XT1080)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commandsVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
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: Atlantic Green, Metallic Rose• Colors: Black, Red, White
• HAC M3/T4
• Motorola SmartActions
• Java framework

☢️ Radiation rate

Moto G42 (128GB/6GB)Motorola Droid Ultra (XT1080)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registered1.54W/kg (head), 0.32W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
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