Motorola Moto G13 vs Moto G23: A Head-to-Head Budget Battle

Motorola's G-series consistently delivers excellent value in the budget smartphone market. The Moto G13 and G23 are the latest contenders, offering similar core specs but with key differences. This comprehensive comparison will help you decide which phone best suits your needs and budget.

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The Moto G23 edges out the G13 primarily due to its significantly faster 30W charging. Both phones share the same processor and RAM, making performance largely comparable. If charging speed is a priority, the G23 is the clear winner; otherwise, the G13 offers a compelling alternative.

PHONES
Phone Names	Motorola Moto G13	Motorola Moto G23

Network
2G bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - Europe, AP/MEA
4G bands	1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 38, 40, 41	1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41 - Europe
Speed	HSPA, LTE	HSPA, LTE
Technology	GSM / HSPA / LTE	GSM / HSPA / LTE
	-	1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41 - AP/MEA

Launch
Announced	2023, January 24	2023, January 24
Status	Available. Released 2023, January 24	Available. Released 2023, January 24

Body
Build	Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back	Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back
Dimensions	162.7 x 74.7 x 8.2 mm (6.41 x 2.94 x 0.32 in)	162.7 x 74.7 x 8.2 mm (6.41 x 2.94 x 0.32 in)
SIM	· Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM	· Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight	183.5 g (6.49 oz)	184.3 g (6.49 oz)
	Water-resistant design	Water-resistant design

Display
Protection	Panda glass	Panda glass
Resolution	720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~270 ppi density)	720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~270 ppi density)
Size	6.5 inches, 102.0 cm2 (~83.9% screen-to-body ratio)	6.5 inches, 102.0 cm2 (~83.9% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	IPS LCD, 90Hz, 400 nits (peak)	IPS LCD, 90Hz, 400 nits (peak)

Platform
CPU	Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55)	Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55)
Chipset	Mediatek MT6769Z Helio G85 (12 nm)	Mediatek MT6769Z Helio G85 (12 nm)
GPU	Mali-G52 MC2	Mali-G52 MC2
OS	Android 13	Android 13, planned upgrade to Android 14

Memory
Card slot	microSDXC (dedicated slot)	microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Internal	64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM	64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM

Main Camera
Features	LED flash, HDR, panorama	LED flash, HDR, panorama
Triple	50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 0.64µm, PDAF 2 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens	50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 0.64µm, PDAF 5 MP, f/2.2, 118˚ (ultrawide) 2 MP (macro)
Video	1080p@30fps	1080p@30fps

Selfie camera
Features	-	HDR
Single	8 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm	16 MP, f/2.5, (wide), 1.0µm
Video	1080p@30fps	1080p@30fps

Sound
3.5mm jack	Yes	Yes
35mm jack	Yes	Yes
Loudspeaker	Yes, with stereo speakers	Yes, with stereo speakers

Comms
Bluetooth	5.1, A2DP, LE	5.1, A2DP, LE
NFC	Yes (market/region dependent)	Yes (market/region dependent)
Positioning	GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO	GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO
Radio	Unspecified	FM radio
USB	USB Type-C 2.0	USB Type-C 2.0
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band

Features
Sensors	Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity	Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity

Battery
Charging	20W or 10W wired	30W wired
Type	Li-Po 5000 mAh	5000 mAh

Misc
Colors	Matte Charcoal, Blue Lavender, Rose Gold	Matte Charcoal, Pearl White, Steel Blue
Models	-	XT2333-1
Price	About 160 EUR	About 80 EUR

Motorola Moto G13

Large 6.6-inch display
Decent performance for the price
Good battery life
Clean Android experience

Slower 20W charging
Potentially less premium design
Camera performance may be average

Motorola Moto G23

Faster 30W charging
Potentially improved display
Slightly more premium design
Good battery life

Price may be slightly higher
Performance largely similar to G13
Camera improvements may be marginal

Display Comparison

Both the Moto G13 and G23 feature a 6.6-inch FHD+ display, likely with similar color accuracy and brightness. However, the G23 may have a slightly improved panel with better viewing angles or a higher refresh rate (potentially 120Hz, though unconfirmed). We'll need to confirm the specific panel technology for a definitive comparison.

Camera Comparison

The Moto G13 is expected to have a 50MP main camera, an 8MP ultrawide, and a 2MP macro lens. The Moto G23 is rumored to have a 50MP main camera, a 13MP ultrawide, and a 2MP depth sensor. Image quality will depend on software processing, but the G23's ultrawide lens might offer slightly better results. Both likely feature a 13MP front-facing camera.

Performance

Sharing the same Mediatek Helio G85 chipset and likely similar RAM configurations (4GB/6GB), expect comparable performance in everyday tasks, gaming, and multitasking. Don't expect flagship-level performance, but both should handle most apps smoothly. The G23's software optimization might offer a slight edge.

Battery Life

Both phones are expected to have a 5000mAh battery, providing all-day battery life. However, the G23's 30W charging significantly reduces charging times compared to the G13's 20W charging. This is a major advantage for the G23.

Buying Guide

The Motorola Moto G13 is ideal for users prioritizing a balanced budget phone with decent performance and a large display. It's a great choice for everyday tasks and media consumption. The Motorola Moto G23 is better suited for users who value faster charging and a slightly more premium design, even within the budget category.