PhoneLifespan

Moto G (2025) vs Galaxy S23 FE

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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 Galaxy S23 FE edges both longevity and performance, so prefer it when prices are close.

Value Score: Moto G (2025) 67 · Galaxy S23 FE 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$8.59/mo
2025◆ Buy-by Feb 20262028
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE $164
Buy with care$5.77/mo
2023◆ Buy-by Oct 20262028

Category by category

Display
Moto G (2025) 70Galaxy S23 FE 70

Both displays are effectively the same class.

Performance
Moto G (2025) 42Galaxy S23 FE 65

The Galaxy S23 FE's Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (US model) is simply the faster chip.

Camera
Moto G (2025) 55Galaxy S23 FE 79

The Galaxy S23 FE has the stronger camera system (3 real rear lenses vs 1).

Battery
Moto G (2025) 80Galaxy S23 FE 70

5,000mAh vs 4,500mAh — the Moto G (2025) lasts longer between charges.

Software longevity
Moto G (2025) 24Galaxy S23 FE 34

The Galaxy S23 FE is supported until Oct 2028 — 9 months longer than the Moto G (2025).

Value
Moto G (2025) 67Galaxy S23 FE 71

Overall value goes to the Galaxy S23 FE at $5.77 per month of safe use.

Full spec table
SpecMoto G (2025)Galaxy S23 FE
Price (street)$170$164
Display6.7-inch LCD, 1604 x 720 (HD+), 120Hz6.4-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X, FHD+, 60–120Hz
ChipsetMediaTek Dimensity 6300Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (US model)
RAM4GB8GB
Storage128GB128GB/256GB
Battery5,000 mAh4,500 mAh
Charging18W wired25W wired, 15W wireless, 4.5W reverse wireless
Rear cameras50MP main, 2MP macro50MP main, 12MP ultra-wide, 8MP telephoto 3x
Dimensions167.1 × 76.5 × 8.2 mm158.0 × 76.5 × 8.2 mm
Weight196 g209 g
Water resistanceIP52IP68
Supported untilFeb 2028Oct 2028

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