PhoneLifespan

Moto G (2025) vs A5 Pro 5G

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Too close to call outright

These two are within 4 points overall — it genuinely depends on price on the day. The A5 Pro 5G edges both longevity and performance, so prefer it when prices are close.

Value Score: Moto G (2025) 67 · A5 Pro 5G 71 methodology

The lifespan decider

When specs are close, support length decides it — this is what each phone costs per month of safe use.

Motorola Moto G (2025) $170
Buy with care$8.64/mo
2025◆ Buy-by Feb 20262028
Oppo A5 Pro 5G $250
Buy with care$8.24/mo
2024◆ Buy-by Dec 20262028

Category by category

Display
Moto G (2025) 70A5 Pro 5G 70

Both displays are effectively the same class.

Performance
Moto G (2025) 42A5 Pro 5G 58

The A5 Pro 5G's MediaTek Dimensity 7300 (4nm) is simply the faster chip.

Camera
Moto G (2025) 55A5 Pro 5G 55

Camera systems are comparable on paper — pick by sample photos.

Battery
Moto G (2025) 80A5 Pro 5G 100

6,000mAh vs 5,000mAh — the A5 Pro 5G lasts longer between charges.

Software longevity
Moto G (2025) 23A5 Pro 5G 36

The A5 Pro 5G is supported until Dec 2028 — 11 months longer than the Moto G (2025).

Value
Moto G (2025) 67A5 Pro 5G 71

Overall value goes to the A5 Pro 5G at $8.24 per month of safe use.

Full spec table
SpecMoto G (2025)A5 Pro 5G
Price (street)$170$250
Display6.7-inch LCD, 1604 x 720 (HD+), 120Hz6.7-inch AMOLED, FHD+, 120Hz, 1200 nits HBM, Gorilla Glass Victus 2
ChipsetMediaTek Dimensity 6300MediaTek Dimensity 7300 (4nm)
RAM4GB8GB/12GB
Storage128GB256GB/512GB
Battery5,000 mAh6,000 mAh
Charging18W wired80W wired SuperVOOC
Rear cameras50MP main, 2MP macro50MP main, 2MP auxiliary
Dimensions167.1 × 76.5 × 8.2 mm161.5 × 74.9 × 7.6 mm
Weight196 g180 g
Water resistanceIP52IP68/IP69
Supported untilFeb 2028Dec 2028

Scores and verdicts are computed from our verified database — see exactly how. Specs from manufacturer documentation; prices reflect major US retailers.