Samsung Galaxy M23 (SM-M236B/DS 128GB/4GB) vs Motorola Moto G13 (XT2331-3 128GB)
Side by side comparison between Samsung Galaxy M23 vs Motorola Moto G13 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?
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6.6"
PLS
PLS
1080x2408
50
MP
MP
8mp
4GB
RAM
RAM
Octa-core
5000
mAh
mAh
(Non removable)
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6.5"
IPS
IPS
720x1600
50
MP
MP
8mp
4GB
RAM
RAM
Octa-core
5000
mAh
mAh
(Non removable)
What's the better phone? Samsung Galaxy M23 (SM-M236B/DS 128GB/4GB)
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31 Common items in both devices |
4GB LPDDR4X |
128GB (101GB available) / 128GB (100GB available) |
eMMC 5.1 |
Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC |
Plastic body, glass front |
16 million |
LED flash |
+24 specs and more in the table below |
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Highlight differences Clear highlight📱 Model features | ||
Galaxy M23 (SM-M236B/DS 128GB/4GB) | Moto G13 (XT2331-3 128GB) | |
Model | Galaxy M23 (SM-M236B/DS 128GB/4GB) | Moto G13 (XT2331-3 128GB) |
Other model names | Galaxy M23 5G SM-M236B/Dual-SIM (128GB+4GB RAM) | Lenovo Moto G13 (NFC, Dual-SIM) XT2331-3-DS MC3FB |
Country or region available | (Latin America), (Europe), (Global, International) | (Europe) |
Brand | Samsung | Motorola |
Release date | 4/8/2022, Announced: 3/4/2022 | 1/24/2023 |
Depth | 8.4 millimeters (0.33 inches) | 8.2 millimeters (0.32 inches) |
Size (width x height) | 77 x 165.5 millimeters (3.03 x 6.52 in) | 74.66 x 162.7 millimeters (2.94 x 6.41 in) |
Weight | 198 grams (6.93 ounces) | 184 grams (6.44 ounces) |
Build, materials | Plastic body, glass front | Plastic body, glass front |
Protection against water and others | Not supported | Water repellent nano-coating (don't immerse) |
📲 Display | ||
Galaxy M23 (SM-M236B/DS 128GB/4GB) | Moto G13 (XT2331-3 128GB) | |
Display type | TFT PLS | TFT IPS LCD |
Screen size | 6.6" inches | 6.5" inches |
Screen-to-body ratio | ~82.3% (screen-to-body ratio) | ~84% (screen-to-body ratio) |
Display resolution | 1080x2408 pixels (20:9) | 720x1600 pixels (20:9) |
Touchscreen | Capacitive Multitouch | Capacitive Multitouch |
Pixel density (dot pitch) | 400 PPI | 270 PPI |
Colors | 16 million | 16 million |
Scratch-resistant glass | Not supported | Panda King Glass |
Refresh rate | 120Hz | 90Hz |
Display features | Not supported | 400nits[peak] |
🤖 Operating System | ||
Galaxy M23 (SM-M236B/DS 128GB/4GB) | Moto G13 (XT2331-3 128GB) | |
System version | Android 12 | Android 13 |
Firmware update | Android 13 | feature not registered |
User Interface | One UI 4.1 / 5.0 | My UX |
⚙️ Processor | ||
Galaxy M23 (SM-M236B/DS 128GB/4GB) | Moto G13 (XT2331-3 128GB) | |
Chipset | 64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G (SM7225) (8nm) | 64bit: MediaTek Helio G85 (12nm) |
CPU | Octa-core, 2 processors: 2x 2.2GHz Kryo 570 (Dual-core) 6x 1.8GHz Kryo 570 (Hexa-core) | Octa-core, 2 processors: 2x 2GHz ARM-Cortex-A75 (Dual-core) 6x 1.8GHz ARM-Cortex-A55 (Hexa-core) |
GPU graphical controller | Qualcomm Adreno 619 (800MHz) | ARM Mali-G52 MC2 (1GHz) |
Performance (benchmark) | feature not registered | AnTuTu: 213066 (v9) |
💽 Memory and storage | ||
Galaxy M23 (SM-M236B/DS 128GB/4GB) | Moto G13 (XT2331-3 128GB) | |
RAM memory | 4GB LPDDR4X | 4GB LPDDR4X |
Internal storage | 128GB (101GB available) eMMC 5.1 | 128GB (100GB available) eMMC 5.1 |
External storage | Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot) | Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
📶 Mobile networks | ||
Galaxy M23 (SM-M236B/DS 128GB/4GB) | Moto G13 (XT2331-3 128GB) | |
Dual-SIM | Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card (dedicated slot) | Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card (dedicated slot) |
SIM card | 2 slots (Dual-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF) | 2 slots (Dual-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF) |
Maximum Download / Upload | 2000/1024 Mbps | 300/150 Mbps |
Network technology | 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G | 2G, 3G, 4G |
Frequency, bands | Expand band details Collapse details | |
GSM MHz band | Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900 | Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900 |
Primary 2G network | GSM 850/900/1800/1900 | GSM 850/900/1800/1900 |
Primary 3G network | UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100 | UMTS 800/850/900/1900/2100 |
Primary 4G network | LTE Cat12 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 26, 28, 66) TD-LTE (38, 40, 41) VoLTE | LTE Cat7 (1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28) TD-LTE (38, 40, 41) VoLTE |
Primary 5G network | SA/NSA (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 78) | Not supported |
Primary data network | GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA | GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A |
Secondary 2G network | GSM 850/900/1800/1900 | GSM 850/900/1800/1900 |
Secondary 3G network | UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100 | UMTS 800/850/900/1900/2100 |
Secondary 4G network | LTE Cat12 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 26, 28, 66) TD-LTE (38, 40, 41) VoLTE | LTE Cat7 (1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28) TD-LTE (38, 40, 41) VoLTE |
Secondary data network | GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA | GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A |
📷 Camera | ||
Galaxy M23 (SM-M236B/DS 128GB/4GB) | Moto G13 (XT2331-3 128GB) | |
Back camera (main camera) | (triple camera) 50 megapixels 8MP ultrawide f/2.2123°1/4"1.12µm 2MP macro f/2.4 | (triple camera) 50 megapixels 2MP macro f/2.41.75µm 2MP depth f/2.41.75µm |
Main camera resolution | 8160x6120 pixels | 8160x6120 pixels |
Video recording (primary) | 4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps | Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps |
Flash | LED flash | LED flash |
Focal aperture | f/1.8 (aperture) | f/1.8 (aperture) |
Focal length | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Sensor size | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Pixel size | feature not registered | 0.64µm pixel |
Autofocus | PDAF: phase detection autofocus | PDAF: phase detection autofocus |
Touch focus | Supported | Supported |
Image stabilization | EIS: Digital stabilization | EIS: Digital stabilization |
Zoom | Only digital zoom | Only digital zoom |
Face/smile detection | Face detection, Smile detection | Face detection, Smile detection |
BSI sensor | Supported | Supported |
HDR | HDR photo on both cameras | HDR photo on both cameras |
Camera extras | 1080p@30fps | feature not registered |
📸 Front camera | ||
Galaxy M23 (SM-M236B/DS 128GB/4GB) | Moto G13 (XT2331-3 128GB) | |
Front camera (secondary) | 8 megapixels | 8 megapixels |
Front camera resolution | 3264x2448 pixels | 3264x2448 pixels |
Video recording (secondary) | Full HD (1920x1080) | Full HD (1920x1080) |
Front flash | Not supported | Not supported |
Focal aperture | f/2.2 (aperture) | f/2.0 (aperture) |
Focal length | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Sensor size | feature not registered | 1/4" inches |
Pixel size | feature not registered | 1.12µm pixel |
🔉 Sound and multimedia | ||
Galaxy M23 (SM-M236B/DS 128GB/4GB) | Moto G13 (XT2331-3 128GB) | |
Loudspeaker | Mono sound (not stereo) | Stereo sound Dolby Atmos |
Active noise cancellation | 2 microphones or more | Not supported |
Radio | FM (RDS) | FM |
TV | Not supported | Not supported |
Video formats | MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV | MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV |
Audio formats | MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC | MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC |
🔌 Connectivity | ||
Galaxy M23 (SM-M236B/DS 128GB/4GB) | Moto G13 (XT2331-3 128GB) | |
USB | USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go | USB 2.0 Type-C reversible connector |
Audio output | 3.5mm jack | 3.5mm jack |
TV output | USB Type-C (reversible) | Not supported |
Bluetooth | 5.0 + A2DP/LE | 5.1 + A2DP/LE |
WiFi | 802.11 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 Direct, hotspot |
DLNA | Not supported | Not supported |
GPS | A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSS | A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO |
NFC | Supported | Supported |
Infrared port | Not supported | Not supported |
🧭 Sensors | ||
Galaxy M23 (SM-M236B/DS 128GB/4GB) | Moto G13 (XT2331-3 128GB) | |
Sensors | Accelerometer Compass Face unlock Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted) Gyroscope Virtual ambient light sensor Virtual proximity sensor | Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Face unlock Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted) Gyroscope Proximity sensor |
Vibrating alert | Supported | Supported |
🔋 Battery | ||
Galaxy M23 (SM-M236B/DS 128GB/4GB) | Moto G13 (XT2331-3 128GB) | |
Battery type | LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable) | LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable) |
Battery capacity | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh |
Charger, watts | 25W Wired fast charging | 10W Wired charging |
Inductive / wireless charging | Not supported | Not supported |
Talk time autonomy | 40 hours (1.7 days) | feature not registered |
Standby | feature not registered | feature not registered |
➕ Other features | ||
Galaxy M23 (SM-M236B/DS 128GB/4GB) | Moto G13 (XT2331-3 128GB) | |
Call control | Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands | Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands |
Messaging | SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail | SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail |
Hands-free calling | Supported | Supported |
Video calling | Supported | Supported |
Ringtones | Polyphonic and customized | Polyphonic and customized |
Web browser | HTML, XHTML, HTML5 | HTML, XHTML, HTML5 |
Antenna | Internal antenna | Internal antenna |
Qwerty physical keyboard | Not supported | Not supported |
Miscellaneous | • Colors: Deep Green, Light Blue, Orange Copper | • Colors: Matte Charcoal, Blue Lavender, Rose Gold |
☢️ Radiation rate | ||
Galaxy M23 (SM-M236B/DS 128GB/4GB) | Moto G13 (XT2331-3 128GB) | |
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.) | feature not registered | feature not registered |
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.) | 0.775W/kg (head), 1.091W/kg (body) | feature not registered |