Motorola Moto G53 vs Moto G73: A Detailed Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
The Moto G73 emerges as the overall winner thanks to its significantly faster Dimensity 930 chipset and faster charging. While the G53 boasts impressive battery endurance, the G73's performance and charging speed provide a more modern and enjoyable user experience.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Motorola Moto G53 | Motorola Moto G73 |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - EMEA & AP, China | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 32, 38, 40, 41, 42 - EMEA & AP | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 32, 38, 40, 41, 42 |
| 5G bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA - EMEA & AP | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE / 5G | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 1, 5, 8, 28, 41, 78 SA/NSA - China | - | |
| Launch | ||
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2022, December 15 | 2023, January 24 |
| Status | Available. Released 2022, December 15 | Available. Released 2023, January 24 |
| Body | ||
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| Build | Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame | Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame |
| Dimensions | 162.7 x 74.7 x 8.2 mm (6.41 x 2.94 x 0.32 in) | 161.4 x 73.8 x 8.3 mm (6.35 x 2.91 x 0.33 in) |
| SIM | · Nano-SIM + eSIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 183 g (6.46 oz) | 181 g (6.38 oz) |
| Water-resistant design | Water-resistant design | |
| Display | ||
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| Resolution | 720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~270 ppi density) | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~405 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.5 inches, 102.0 cm2 (~83.9% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.5 inches, 102.0 cm2 (~85.6% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | IPS LCD, 120Hz | IPS LCD, 120Hz |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 460 & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 460) | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM4350-AC Snapdragon 480+ 5G (8 nm) | Mediatek Dimensity 930 (6 nm) |
| GPU | Adreno 619 | IMG BXM-8-256 |
| OS | Android 13, planned upgrade to Android 14 | Android 13, planned upgrade to Android 14 |
| Memory | ||
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| Card slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM |
| Main Camera | ||
|---|---|---|
| Dual | 50 MP, f/1.8 (wide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm, PDAF 2 MP (macro) | 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1.0µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, 118˚ (ultrawide), 1.12µm, AF |
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30/60fps |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Single | 8 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm or 16 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1.0µm | 16 MP, f/2.4, (wide), 1.0µm |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Sound | ||
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| 35mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.1, A2DP, LE | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| NFC | Yes (market/region dependent) | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO |
| Radio | FM radio (market/region dependent) | Unspecified |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 18W wired (China, LATAM) 10W wired (International) Reverse wired | 30W wired |
| Type | Li-Po 5000 mAh | Li-Po 5000 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Ink Blue, Arctic Silver, Pale Pink | Lucent White, Midnight Blue |
| Models | XT2335-2 | - |
| Price | $ 295.00 / £ 143.15 | About 190 EUR |
| Tests | ||
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| Battery life | Endurance rating 123h | - |
| Camera | Photo / Video | - |
| Display | Contrast ratio: 1746:1 (nominal) | - |
| Loudspeaker | -26.0 LUFS (Very good) | - |
| Performance | AnTuTu: 314195 (v9) GeekBench: 1594 (v5.1), 1797 (v6.0) GFXBench: 29fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) | - |
Motorola Moto G53
- Exceptional battery life
- Vibrant display with high contrast ratio
- Affordable price
- Slower performance
- Slow charging
- Less powerful chipset
Motorola Moto G73
- Faster performance with Dimensity 930
- Faster 30W charging
- Likely better camera processing
- Slightly shorter battery life than G53
- Potentially higher price
Display Comparison
Both phones feature vibrant displays, but the G73 likely has a slightly higher resolution and potentially better color accuracy due to the Dimensity 930's capabilities. The G53's 1746:1 contrast ratio is impressive, suggesting deep blacks and good image quality. Both likely use an IPS LCD panel.
Camera Comparison
Camera performance is likely comparable in good lighting conditions, but the G73's more powerful chipset could provide better image processing and low-light performance. Both phones likely feature a main sensor around 50MP, but the G73 may have additional features or better software optimization. Video recording capabilities are likely similar, with both offering 1080p recording.
Performance
This is where the G73 shines. The Mediatek Dimensity 930 is a substantial upgrade over the Snapdragon 480+ in the G53. Expect noticeably faster app loading, smoother gaming, and improved overall responsiveness on the G73. The G53 is adequate for everyday tasks but will struggle with demanding games.
Battery Life
The G53's endurance rating of 123h is exceptional, suggesting it can easily last for multiple days on a single charge. The G73, while still offering good battery life, will likely not match the G53's longevity due to the more power-hungry chipset. The G73's 30W charging is a significant advantage over the G53's slower charging speeds (10W or 18W depending on region).
Buying Guide
The Moto G53 is ideal for users prioritizing exceptional battery life and a vibrant display on a tight budget. The Moto G73 is a better choice for those who value performance, smoother multitasking, and faster charging, even if it means slightly less battery longevity.