Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G vs Samsung Galaxy A53 5G - Detailed Phone Comparison

Detailed Comparison

Specification

General

Launch Date June 14, 2021 March 24, 2022
Release Year 2021 2022

Physical

Volume 123.48 cm³ 96.7 cm³
Screen Size to Weight Ratio 3.13 "/g 3.44 "/g
Weight 217.5 g 189 g
Height 169.5 mm 159.6 mm
Width 77.5 mm 74.8 mm
Thickness 9.4 mm 8.1 mm
Foldable Design No No
Available Colors
  • Cosmic Emerald
  • Black
  • Blue
  • White
  • Peach

Display

Screen Size 6.8 " 6.5 "
Resolution 1080 x 2400 1080 x 2400
Aspect Ratio 20:9 20:9
Screen-to-Body Ratio 85 % 85.4 %
Pixel Density 387 PPI 405 PPI
Refresh Rate N/A 120 Hz
Typical Brightness N/A N/A
HBM Brightness N/A 800 nits
Peak Brightness N/A N/A

Hardware

Battery Capacity per Screen Area 108.13 mAh/in² 118.34 mAh/in²
Battery Density 40.49 mAh/cm³ 51.71 mAh/cm³
Battery Capacity 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
NFC Support No Yes
Chipset Qualcomm SM4350 Snapdragon 480 5G (8 nm) Exynos 1280 (5 nm)
CPU Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz Kryo 460 & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 460) Octa-core (2x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPU Adreno 619 Mali-G68

Connectivity

USB Version 2.0 2.0
OTG Support 1
DisplayPort
DisplayPort Version N/A N/A
USB Features USB Type-C 2.0 USB Type-C 2.0, OTG

Software

Operating System Android Android
Initial OS Version 11 12
Maximum OS Version 12 16

Comparison Summary

Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G vs. Samsung Galaxy A53 5G: In-Depth Comparison

1. Specification Breakdown

FeatureMotorola Moto G Stylus 5GSamsung Galaxy A53 5GReal-World Impact
Design & Dimensions169.5 x 77.5 x 9.4 mm, 217.5g159.6 x 74.8 x 8.1 mm, 189gA53 is lighter and more compact, easier for one-handed use. Moto G Stylus is bulkier but includes a stylus.
Display6.8" IPS LCD, 60Hz, 1080x24006.5" AMOLED, 120Hz, 1080x2400A53 has better display (AMOLED, higher refresh rate). Moto G Stylus has a larger screen but lower refresh rate.
PerformanceSnapdragon 480 5G (8nm), 4GB RAMExynos 1280 (5nm), 6/8GB RAMA53 is significantly faster (higher benchmark scores, better multitasking). Moto G Stylus is entry-level.
Battery & Charging4000mAh, 10W charging5000mAh, 25W chargingA53 has better battery life & faster charging. Moto G Stylus has weaker endurance.
Camera (Rear)48MP (f/1.7) + 16MP (f/2.2) + 2MP macro64MP (f/1.8) + 12MP ultrawide + 5MP macro + 5MP depthA53 has better camera versatility (higher resolution, OIS, 4K video). Moto G Stylus lacks ultrawide.
SoftwareAndroid 11 (up to 12)Android 12 (up to 16)A53 has newer OS & longer support. Moto G Stylus is outdated.
ExtrasStylus support, 3.5mm jackAMOLED, 120Hz, better GPUA53 is better for media & gaming. Moto G Stylus is for stylus users.

2. Key Insights

  • Samsung Galaxy A53 5G Wins in Performance & Display

    • Faster processor, more RAM, and a smoother 120Hz AMOLED display make it better for gaming and multitasking.
    • Better battery life & charging speed (5000mAh + 25W vs. 4000mAh + 10W).
    • Superior camera system (64MP main, OIS, 4K video).
  • Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G’s Niche Advantage

    • Built-in stylus for note-taking and sketching.
    • Larger screen (6.8" vs. 6.5"), but lower refresh rate.
    • Weaker performance & battery makes it less future-proof.

3. User Recommendations

  • Choose the Samsung Galaxy A53 5G if you want:

    • Better performance (gaming, multitasking).
    • Superior display & battery life.
    • Longer software support (Android 12, up to 16).
    • Better cameras (OIS, 4K video).
  • Choose the Moto G Stylus 5G if you:

    • Need a stylus for productivity.
    • Prefer a larger screen (but with lower refresh rate).
    • Are on a tighter budget (though A53 is better value).

4. Buying Decision Framework

  1. Do you prioritize performance & display?A53 5G
  2. Do you need a stylus for work/notes?Moto G Stylus
  3. Do you want better battery & cameras?A53 5G

Final Verdict: Samsung Galaxy A53 5G Wins

The A53 5G is the better phone overall—faster, better display, better battery, and better cameras. The Moto G Stylus 5G is only worth it if you absolutely need a stylus. Otherwise, the A53 5G is the clear winner for most users.

Why I’d choose the A53 5G:

  • Better performance (Exynos 1280 vs. Snapdragon 480).
  • AMOLED + 120Hz makes media & gaming smoother.
  • Longer battery life & faster charging.
  • More future-proof software support.

The Moto G Stylus 5G is too outdated in performance and battery to compete, making the A53 5G the best choice for most buyers.

Alex Griffin
Alex Griffin

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