Our pick last reviewed Nov. 9, 2026.

Step 1: choose what matters

Galaxy A57 5G vs Motorola moto g (2026): which should you buy?

Galaxy A57 5G
Samsung
Galaxy A57 5G
$599.99

at Samsung

Checked Nov. 9, 2026

Motorola moto g (2026)
Motorola
Motorola moto g (2026)
$299.99

at Motorola

Checked Nov. 9, 2026

Step 2: clear answer
Our pick

Get the Galaxy A57 5G

Winner for most people: Galaxy A57 5G. It is the newer model.

Winner: Galaxy A57 5G
Get the Motorola moto g (2026) only if you want to save $300.
Weight
179g vs 202g
$599.99Samsung · Checked Nov. 9, 2026
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Key differences

  • Memory: 8GB RAM vs 4GB RAMGalaxy A57 5G: 8GB RAM ConfirmedSourceMotorola moto g (2026): 4GB RAM (4GB RAM, up to 12GB with RAM Boost) ConfirmedSource
  • Largest storage: 256GB vs 1TBGalaxy A57 5G: 256GB (128GB or 256GB) ConfirmedSourceMotorola moto g (2026): 1TB (128GB, plus microSD up to 1TB (card sold separately)) ConfirmedSource
  • Front camera: 12MP vs 32MPGalaxy A57 5G: 12MP (12MP with Super HDR) ConfirmedSourceMotorola moto g (2026): 32MP ConfirmedSource
  • Weight: 179g vs 202gGalaxy A57 5G: 179g (161.5 x 76.8 x 6.9mm, 179g) ConfirmedSourceMotorola moto g (2026): 202g (167.15 x 76.40 x 8.44mm, 202g) ConfirmedSource

From each maker's own specifications. A point is listed only when both makers state a figure and the two differ; a point either maker does not state is left out, never guessed. Two figures measured under different conditions are shown side by side, not compared.

Who should buy which

  • The Galaxy A57 5G Guide names it for gaming.Gaming: An Exynos 1680 processor keeps graphic-intensive games and multitasking smooth and responsive. Source linkedSource
  • The Motorola moto g (2026) Guide names it for battery life.Battery life: A 5,200mAh battery keeps you going for hours of video, games and streaming. Source linkedSource

Both are also named for photos and video and AI assistant.

Side by side

FeatureGalaxy A57 5GMotorola moto g (2026)
Display6.7-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED+, up to 120Hz, Vision Booster6.7-inch HD+ LCD , up to 120Hz, Gorilla Glass 3
Battery5,000mAh (typical)5,200mAhSamsung5,000 mAhMotorola5,200 mAh
ChipExynos 1680, octa-coreMediaTek Dimensity 6300, 2.4GHz octa-core
Connectivity5G, Wi-Fi 6E5G, NFC, physical SIM plus eSIMSamsung5 GMotorola5 G
DesignGorilla Glass Victus+ front and backVegan leather back, Gorilla Glass 3 front
SoftwareAndroid 16 with One UI 8.5, with six OS upgrades and six years of security updatesAndroid 16
Memory8GB RAM4GB RAM, up to 12GB with RAM BoostSamsung8 GBMotorola4 GB
Storage128GB or 256GB128GB, plus microSD up to 1TBSamsung128 GBMotorola128 GB
Rear camera50MP main with OIS, 12MP ultrawide, 5MP macro50MP main, 2MP macroSamsung50 MPMotorola50 MP
Front camera12MP with Super HDR32MPSamsung12 MPMotorola32 MP
ChargingSuper Fast Charging 2.0, up to 60% in about 30 minutes with a 45W charger30W TurboPower
Size161.5 x 76.8 x 6.9mm, 179g167.15 x 76.40 x 8.44mm, 202g
ColorsAwesome Icyblue, Awesome Gray and Awesome NavyPANTONE Slipstream and PANTONE Cattleya Orchid
Water resistanceIP68: up to 1.5 meters of fresh water for up to 30 minutesIP52 water resistance: splashes and light rain, not submersion

Galaxy A57 5G

Buy at Samsung$599.99
Checked Nov. 9, 2026

Motorola moto g (2026)

Buy at Motorola$299.99
Checked Nov. 9, 2026

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Works with your phone

iPhone
Galaxy A57 5G: Works with limitsMotorola moto g (2026): Works with limits
Android
Galaxy A57 5G: Works with limitsMotorola moto g (2026): Works with limits

Sources

SamsungMotorolaSamsung NewsroomMotorola News
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