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Samsung Star (GT-S5230) vs Motorola Moto G42 (128GB/4GB)

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

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Compare Motorola Moto G42 X Samsung Star (GT-S5230) 02Points
3"
TFT

240x400

3.1
MP
N/A
1000
mAh

(Removable)

vs
38Points Motorola Moto G42 (128GB/4GB) Compare Samsung Star X
6.4"
AMOLED

1080x2400

50
MP

16mp

4GB
RAM

Octa-core

5000
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Motorola Moto G42 (128GB/4GB)

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!

Star (GT-S5230)} 2 Advantages Samsung Star (GT-S5230) vs Moto G42 (128GB/4GB)} 38 Advantages Motorola Moto G42 (128GB/4GB)
+93 grams (3.26 ounces)88%
Lighter
vs175 grams (6.13 ounces)
+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily
vsLiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
50MBvs+128GB (104GB available)2129 times
More internal storage for applications and files
Until 16GB microSD, microSDHCvs+Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC63 times
More external storage for files using memory cards
11.9 millimeters (0.47 inches)vs+8.3 millimeters (0.33 inches)43%
Thinner
TFT LCDvs+AMOLEDAdvantage
AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
260 thousandvs+16 million61 times
More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos
240x400 pixelsvs+1080x2400 pixels26 times
Higher resolution screen
155 PPIvs+411 PPI165%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
3"vs+6.4"113%
Larger screen
(back) 3.1MPvs+(triple camera) 50MP + 8MP + 2MP18 times
Higher resolution main camera
Not supportedvs+LED flashAdvantage
The LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
Not supportedvs+PDAF: phase detection autofocusAdvantage
Best autofocus type for taking pictures
Not supportedvs+BSI sensorAdvantage
The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
Not supportedvs+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
Not supportedvs+(front) 16MPAdvantage
A front-camera is best for taking selfies
QVGA (320x240)vs+Full HD (1920x1080)26 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
10 appsvs+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)349999 times
More apps available to download and use
2G EDGEvs+4G LTE-AAdvantage
The 4G LTE-A network is newer and faster
(2G EDGE) 0.236 Mbpsvs+(4G LTE-A) 400 Mbps1694 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Resistivevs+CapacitiveAdvantage
Better touchscreen. The capacitive screen is much more sensitive.
Singlevs+MultitouchAdvantage
Better touch type. Multitouch allows to use more fingers at the same time.
Not supportedvs+Ambient light sensorAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+CompassAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+Face unlockAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+GyroscopeAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+Proximity sensorAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
1000 mAhvs+5000 mAh4 times
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
Not supportedvs+Video callingAdvantage
The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video
1 slot (Single-SIM)
(dedicated slot)
vs+2 slots (Dual-SIM)
(dedicated slot)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
proprietary audio outputvs+3.5mm jackAdvantage
Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores
Not supportedvs+Active noise cancellationAdvantage
More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos
Not supportedvs+A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEOAdvantage
It's harder to lose yourself in the city with GPS on your device
Not supportedvs+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] is newer and faster
2.1 + A2DPvs+5.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.0 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
Not supportedvs+NFCAdvantage
NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
USB 2.0 proprietary connectorvs+Type-CAdvantage
Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
WAP, HTMLvs+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage
Better sites viewing on the internet
Not supportedvs+IP52 certifiedAdvantage
Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example

6 Common items in both devices
Only digital zoom
Accelerometer
Hands-free calling
Vibrating alert
FM (RDS) / FM
USB 2.0 proprietary connector / USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go
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📱 Model features

Samsung Star (GT-S5230)Moto G42 (128GB/4GB)
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ModelStar (GT-S5230)Moto G42 (128GB/4GB)
Other model namesSamsung S5230A Star, Samsung Tocco Lite, Samsung Player OneLenovo Moto G42 XT2233-2
Country or region availablefeature not registered(Latin America)(Global, International)
(Latin America), (Global, International)
BrandSamsungMotorola
Release date4/30/20096/28/2022, Announced: 6/9/2022
Depth11.9 millimeters (0.47 inches)8.3 millimeters (0.33 inches)
Size (width x height)53 x 104 millimeters (2.09 x 4.09 in)73.47 x 160.61 millimeters (2.89 x 6.32 in)
Weight93 grams (3.26 ounces)175 grams (6.13 ounces)
Build, materialsfeature not registeredPlastic body, glass front
Protection against water and othersNot supportedIP52 certified: protection against dust and splashing

📲 Display

Samsung Star (GT-S5230)Moto G42 (128GB/4GB)
Display typeTFT LCDAMOLED
Screen size3" inches6.4" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~46.5% (screen-to-body ratio)~83.8% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution240x400 pixels1080x2400 pixels (20:9)
TouchscreenResistive Single touch 1-pointCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)155 PPI411 PPI
Colors260 thousand16 million
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedNot supported
Refresh ratefeature not registered60Hz
Display featuresfeature not registeredNot supported

🤖 Operating System

Samsung Star (GT-S5230)Moto G42 (128GB/4GB)
System versionProprietary OSAndroid 12
Firmware updatefeature not registeredfeature not registered
User Interfacefeature not registeredMy UX

⚙️ Processor

Samsung Star (GT-S5230)Moto G42 (128GB/4GB)
Chipset32bit64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 (SM6225) (6nm)
CPUSingle-core, 1 processor:
Single-core
Octa-core, 2 processors:
4x 2.4GHz Kryo 265 Gold (Quad-core)
4x 1.9GHz Kryo 265 Silver (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controllerfeature not registeredQualcomm Adreno 610
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredfeature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

Samsung Star (GT-S5230)Moto G42 (128GB/4GB)
RAM memoryfeature not registered4GB LPDDR4X
Internal storage50MB128GB (104GB available)
eMMC 5.1
External storageUntil 16GB microSD, microSDHC
(dedicated slot)
Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)

📶 Mobile networks

Samsung Star (GT-S5230)Moto G42 (128GB/4GB)
Dual-SIMNot supportedDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
(dedicated slot)
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload0.236 Mbps400/150 Mbps
Network technology2G2G, 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 networkNot supportedGlobal version:
UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
India version:
UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkNot supportedLTE 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)
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGEGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A
Secondary 2G networkNot supportedGSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedGlobal version:
UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
India version:
UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedLTE 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)
Secondary data networkNot supportedGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A

📷 Camera

Samsung Star (GT-S5230)Moto G42 (128GB/4GB)
Back camera (main camera)3.1 megapixels(triple camera)
50 megapixels
8MP ultrawide f/2.2118°1/4"1.12µm
2MP macro f/2.41.75µm
Main camera resolution2048x1536 pixels8160x6120 pixels
Video recording (primary)QVGA (320x240) 15 fpsFull HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
FlashNot supportedLED flash
Focal aperturefeature not registeredf/1.8 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registered1/2.76" inches
Pixel sizefeature not registered0.64µm pixel
AutofocusNot supportedPDAF: phase detection autofocus
Touch focusNot supportedSupported
Image stabilizationfeature not registeredEIS: Digital stabilization
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionNot supportedFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorNot supportedSupported
HDRNot supportedHDR photo on both cameras
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

📸 Front camera

Samsung Star (GT-S5230)Moto G42 (128GB/4GB)
Front camera (secondary)Not supported16 megapixels
Front camera resolutionNot supported4608x3456 pixels
Video recording (secondary)Not supportedFull HD (1920x1080)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturefeature not registeredf/2.2 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registered1µm pixel

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Samsung Star (GT-S5230)Moto G42 (128GB/4GB)
LoudspeakerSupportedStereo sound with dual speakers
Dolby Atmos
Active noise cancellationNot supported2 microphones or more
RadioFM (RDS)FM
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.264, H.263MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, AACMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC

🔌 Connectivity

Samsung Star (GT-S5230)Moto G42 (128GB/4GB)
USBUSB 2.0 proprietary connectorUSB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio outputproprietary audio output3.5mm jack
TV outputNot supportedUSB Type-C (reversible)
Bluetooth2.1 + A2DP5.0 + A2DP/LE
WiFiNot supported802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNANot supportedNot supported
GPSNot supportedA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO
NFCNot supportedSupported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Samsung Star (GT-S5230)Moto G42 (128GB/4GB)
SensorsAccelerometerAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Face unlock
Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Samsung Star (GT-S5230)Moto G42 (128GB/4GB)
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
Battery capacity1000 mAh5000 mAh
Charger, wattsWired charging18W Wired fast charging
Inductive / wireless chargingfeature not registeredNot supported
Talk time autonomy10 hoursfeature not registered
Standby800 hours (33.3 days)feature not registered

➕ Other features

Samsung Star (GT-S5230)Moto G42 (128GB/4GB)
Call controlVoice recorderVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
MessagingSMS, MMS, E-mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingNot supportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserWAP, HTMLHTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Black, White, Pink
• Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PDF
• DNSe
• Shazam Find Music service
• Java framework
• Colors: Atlantic Green, Metallic Rose

☢️ Radiation rate

Samsung Star (GT-S5230)Moto G42 (128GB/4GB)
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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