Find out which two offers the best value for money for you. Both cost less than R$1,000!
When looking for a simpler smartphone, many users are unsure about which brand and model to choose, since there are many on the market. To help with this issue, two phones in this line are the Galaxy A14 and the Moto G23. They are two entry-level devices that do not offer 5G and have low-end specifications, to lower the cost for the consumer and please those looking for a cheaper phone. However, they still bring some differences to the category, ensuring a good choice.
But in this dispute between Samsung's basic and Motorola's basic, which of the two offers the greatest benefits to the user, delivering the best cost-benefit? If you're in doubt between these two models, check out a comparison now and find out which is the best option for you, so you don't make a mistake!
Design
Despite being more basic models, both have features that make them seem more expensive. On the back, the cameras are distributed individually on the Galaxy, while the Moto G uses a more compact square block, which the brand has already used on its models. On the front, only the Motorola comes with a hole-punch notch. The Galaxy still has the teardrop notch.
Regarding construction, both have an entire plastic composition with a matte finish. Motorola stands out for having a more compact and lightweight body. As they are entry-level models, they do not have protection against liquids and dust. Both have a biometric reader integrated into the power button.
Both phones offer storage expansion. The difference is that the slot from Samsung allows two operator chips in addition to the external card. Regarding connectivity, both cell phones have fifth-generation Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.1.
But in this case, the point goes to Motorola.
Screen
Both phones have LCD panels. The A14 has a 6.6-inch screen with Full HD+ resolution, which is slightly larger than the G23, which has 6.5 inches, and has a higher definition than its rival's HD+.
The Moto G has a greater frontal utilization and a 90 Hz rate, offering greater fluidity compared to the 60 Hz present in the Samsung. The point also goes to Motorola.
System
Both models come out of the factory with Android 13. However, the A14 should receive more system updates than the Moto G. The models do not support 5G, which prevents them from having a faster mobile network.
In terms of fluidity, Samsung is betting on One UI Core, a leaner version of its interface. Motorola offers a cleaner system, but it still benefits from a higher refresh rate.
In terms of features, the Galaxy left out Edge Panel shortcuts and Secure Folder, but still features a split screen and the power button as a shortcut. The Motorola stands out for its gestures to turn on the flashlight and open the camera more quickly. In this case, the A14 stands out for its greater longevity and the G23 stands out for offering greater fluidity.
Performance
The Galaxy comes equipped with the processor Exynos 850. The Moto G is powered by the Helio G85. Both work with 4 GB of RAM. In tests, the Moto G23 was faster, registering almost 1 minute and 15 seconds of advantage.
For offering better performance, the Moto G gains another point.
Battery
Both have a 5,000 mAh battery, a capacity that is almost standard on the market. In tests, the A14 showed an advantage of more than 3 hours, with autonomy of almost 28 hours. Regarding charging, the Galaxy finished the process faster, in just under two hours. The Moto G took 2 hours and 10 minutes to reach 100%.
That point goes to Samsung.
Camera
The photographic set of both is identical, which means that both have a 50 MP main camera, a 5 MP ultrawide camera and a 2 MP macro camera.
Both take good photos in well-lit places. At night, the Galaxy doesn't have a good night mode like the Motorola, but the images from both in dark places are not dismissible.
In this case, in relation to the photographs taken by the two cell phones, the Samsung ones have better quality, giving the company the point.
Price
The two phones were officially launched in Brazil. The A14 arrived in the country with a price of R$1,500, cheaper than the R$1,600 charged by the Moto G.
Currently, both are found for much lower prices. The Galaxy is in the range of R$700, while the Moto is going for around R$800. Because it is cheaper, this point goes to Samsung.
Conclusion
The Galaxy A14 is superior in terms of longevity, longer battery life and camera setup. The Moto G23 stands out for having a more compact design, smoother screen and multitasking performance.
If the analysis is based solely on price, the Galaxy weighs less on your pocket. However, it is worth weighing up whether it is worth having a more sophisticated device with better performance.
