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Motorola Moto G7 Play (XT1952-2) vs Samsung Galaxy S4 (GT-i9505 16GB)

Side by side comparison between Motorola Moto G7 Play 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 G7 Play (XT1952-2) 18Points
5.7"
IPS

720x1512

13
MP

8mp

2GB
RAM

Octa-core

3000
mAh

(Non removable)

vs
14Points Samsung Galaxy S4 (GT-i9505 16GB) Compare Motorola Moto G7 Play X
5"
AMOLED

1080x1920

13
MP

2.1mp

2GB
RAM

Quad-core

2600
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Motorola Moto G7 Play (XT1952-2)

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 G7 Play (XT1952-2)} 18 Advantages Motorola Moto G7 Play (XT1952-2) vs Galaxy S4 (GT-i9505 16GB)} 14 Advantages Samsung Galaxy S4 (GT-i9505 16GB)
+1.8GHz 64bit Octa-core56%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
vs1.9GHz 32bit Quad-core (28nm)
+32GB (21GB available)75%
More internal storage for applications and files
vs16GB (12GB available)
+Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC15 times
More external storage for files using memory cards
vsUntil 64GB microSD, microSDXC
+5.7"14%
Larger screen
vs5"
+LED flash on both camerasAdvantage
The LED flash on both cameras helps in dark places or in low light
vsLED flash
+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
vsHDR photo/video only main camera
+f/2.0 (aperture)10%
Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
vsf/2.2 (aperture)
+(front) 8MP3 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 9.0 PieAdvantage
Android 9.0 Pie 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 unlock 2DAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+3000 mAh15%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
vs2600 mAh
+2 slots (Dual-SIM)
(dedicated slot)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
vs1 slot (Single-SIM)
(dedicated slot)
+FMAdvantage
The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general
vsNot supported
+4.2 + A2DPAdvantage
Bluetooth 4.2 + A2DP 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
149 grams (5.22 ounces)vs+130 grams (4.55 ounces)15%
Lighter
8 millimeters (0.31 inches)vs+7.9 millimeters (0.31 inches)1%
Thinner
TFT IPS LCDvs+Super AMOLEDAdvantage
Super AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
720x1512 pixelsvs+1080x1920 pixels90%
Higher resolution screen
294 PPIvs+441 PPI50%
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+BarometerAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+CompassAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)vs+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily
802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]vs+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] is newer and faster
Not supportedvs+DLNAAdvantage
With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
Not supportedvs+NFCAdvantage
NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
Not supportedvs+Gorilla Glass 3Advantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys

24 Common items in both devices
2GB LPDDR3
Plastic body, glass front
16 million
(back) 13MP
Only digital zoom
PDAF: phase detection autofocus / Autofocus
EIS: Digital stabilization
+17 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features

Moto G7 Play (XT1952-2)Galaxy S4 (GT-i9505 16GB)
ModelMoto G7 Play (XT1952-2)Galaxy S4 (GT-i9505 16GB)
Other model namesLenovo Moto G7 Play Dual-sim XT1952, Motorola ChannelGalaxy S4 LTE (4G LTE) i9505, Galaxy S IV, Samsung Altius
Country or region availableBrazil
Brazil
(Global, International)
(Global, International)
BrandMotorolaSamsung
Release date2/7/20194/15/2013, Announced: 3/15/2013
Depth8 millimeters (0.31 inches)7.9 millimeters (0.31 inches)
Size (width x height)71.5 x 147.3 millimeters (2.81 x 5.8 in)69.8 x 136.6 millimeters (2.75 x 5.38 in)
Weight149 grams (5.22 ounces)130 grams (4.55 ounces)
Build, materialsPlastic body, glass frontPlastic body, glass front
Protection against water and othersNot supportedNot supported

📲 Display

Moto G7 Play (XT1952-2)Galaxy S4 (GT-i9505 16GB)
Display typeTFT IPS LCDSuper AMOLED
Screen size5.7" inches5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~77.3% (screen-to-body ratio)~72.3% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution720x1512 pixels1080x1920 pixels (16:9)
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch 10-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)294 PPI441 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedGorilla Glass 3
Refresh ratefeature not registered60Hz
Display featuresfeature not registeredNot supported

🤖 Operating System

Moto G7 Play (XT1952-2)Galaxy S4 (GT-i9505 16GB)
System versionAndroid 9.0 PieAndroid 4.2.2 Jelly Bean
Firmware updatefeature not registeredAndroid 5.0.1 Lollipop
User Interfacefeature not registeredTouchWiz UI

⚙️ Processor

Moto G7 Play (XT1952-2)Galaxy S4 (GT-i9505 16GB)
Chipset64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 632 SDM632 (14nm)32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 600 (APQ8064AB) (28nm)
CPUOcta-core, 2 processors:
4x 1.8GHz Kryo 250 Gold (Quad-core)
4x 1.8GHz Kryo 250 Silver (Quad-core)
Quad-core, 1 processor:
4x 1.9GHz Krait 300 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controllerQualcomm Adreno 506Qualcomm Adreno 320 (450MHz)
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredfeature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

Moto G7 Play (XT1952-2)Galaxy S4 (GT-i9505 16GB)
RAM memory2GB LPDDR32GB LPDDR3
Internal storage32GB (21GB available)16GB (12GB available)
eMMC 4.5
External storageUntil 1TB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)
Until 64GB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)

📶 Mobile networks

Moto G7 Play (XT1952-2)Galaxy S4 (GT-i9505 16GB)
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 / Upload300/50 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 850/900/1700/1900/2100UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat7 (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 28, 66)
VoLTE
LTE Cat3 (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20)
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE, LTE-AGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE
Secondary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900Not supported
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary data networkGPRS, EDGENot supported

📷 Camera

Moto G7 Play (XT1952-2)Galaxy S4 (GT-i9505 16GB)
Back camera (main camera)13 megapixels13 megapixels
Main camera resolution4128x3096 pixels4128x3096 pixels
Video recording (primary)4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fpsFull HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
FlashLED flash on both camerasLED flash
Focal aperturef/2.0 (aperture)f/2.2 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registered31mm (lens)
Sensor sizefeature not registered1/3.1" inches
Pixel size1.12µm 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 sensorNot supportedSupported
HDRHDR photo on both camerasHDR photo/video only main camera
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

📸 Front camera

Moto G7 Play (XT1952-2)Galaxy S4 (GT-i9505 16GB)
Front camera (secondary)8 megapixels2.1 megapixels
Front camera resolution3264x2448 pixels1920x1080 pixels
Video recording (secondary)Full HD (1920x1080)Full HD (1920x1080)
Front flashLEDNot supported
Focal aperturef/2.2 (aperture)f/2.4 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registered31mm (lens)
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel size1.12µm pixelfeature not registered

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Moto G7 Play (XT1952-2)Galaxy S4 (GT-i9505 16GB)
LoudspeakerSupportedMono sound (not stereo)
Active noise cancellation2 microphones or more2 microphones or more
RadioFMNot supported
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKVMP4, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC

🔌 Connectivity

Moto G7 Play (XT1952-2)Galaxy S4 (GT-i9505 16GB)
USBUSB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoMicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output3.5mm jack3.5mm jack
TV outputNot supportedMicro-B USB MHL
Bluetooth4.2 + A2DP4.0 + A2DP
WiFi802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
WiFi Direct, hotspot
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNANot supportedSupported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS
NFCNot supportedSupported
Infrared portNot supportedSupported

🧭 Sensors

Moto G7 Play (XT1952-2)Galaxy S4 (GT-i9505 16GB)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Face unlock 2D
Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted)
Gyroscope
Hall effect
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
ANT+
Barometer
Compass
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Moto G7 Play (XT1952-2)Galaxy S4 (GT-i9505 16GB)
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
Battery capacity3000 mAh2600 mAh
Charger, watts10W Wired charging10W (5V/2A) Wired charging
Inductive / wireless chargingfeature not registeredNot supported
Talk time autonomyfeature not registered17 hours
Standbyfeature not registered350 hours (14.6 days)

➕ Other features

Moto G7 Play (XT1952-2)Galaxy S4 (GT-i9505 16GB)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorderVoice 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: Deep indigo, Fine Gold, Starry Black
• 19:9 screen ratio (Max Vision)
• Colors: White Frost, Black Mist
• Dual Shot camera
• mDNIe
• S-Voice
• Group Play
• Smart Stay eye tracking
• Dropbox (50GB)
• Java framework

☢️ Radiation rate

Moto G7 Play (XT1952-2)Galaxy S4 (GT-i9505 16GB)
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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