Moto G Stylus vs. Moto G Power: Which budget phone you should get

Motorola adds two new phones to its budget line. The $300 Moto G Stylus has a stylus for drawing, navigating and editing photos. The $250 Moto G Power has a giant battery that promises three days of use off a single charge. We walk you through the similarities and differences to help you decide which Moto is for you.
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[@abywelles]

Damn I want the G Stylus with the battery life of the G Power

[@HisDudeness_69]

That's what power banks are for

[@EvilTwin123]

Buy the Power and buy a stylus separately. Customize a case to house your secondary stylus

[@laobejanegra926]

I have it... Honestly thinking of returning it. Doesn't come with a turbo charger so takes awhile to charge... And the battery doesn't even last 1 day (24 hours). It's super disappointing!

[@stefanomagaddino632]

@@laobejanegra926 turbo charging adapters are 4 bucks on eBay. Lol

[@laobejanegra926]

@@stefanomagaddino632 i had already spent more than i wanted to for the phone itself... It SHOULD just be included. But overall it wasn't for me (i returned it within the 14 days) 🤷🏻‍♀️ I'll find something that works out better for me.

[@KeithZim]

I've only used motorolo phones for the last 10 years. The last 2 have both been the high end models. The quality and reliability is unmatched in the price range. The lack of bloatware is awesome.

[@typhoon_8086]

How were the Software Updates/ Android Updates on your past Moto phones?

[@Jtaylor-kt8ym]

@@typhoon_8086 ouch

[@matdrat]

@@typhoon_8086 Moto is not too bad. I'm running Pie (9) on a G6. Last security update was 2/2020.

[@Frostops6]

I got use Moto as well, and they're amazing. I often get asked what phone I took my pictures on. Definitely purchasing these now

[@rokko_hates_japan]

I like them for the most part. photo quality still lacking unfortunately. and since i no longer bother with a dedicated camera I want my phone to perform great in that regard.

[@labounti]

I can't bring myself to buy a phone for more than $250.

[@Philitron128]

Good! Don't be one of those people who have been convinced that they should buy a $1,000+ phone every year! It's a total waste of money and resources!

[@OswaldBatesIIIEsq]

@Philitron128 Wise words. 🤘

[@horrorgaming1799]

1000 buck lol not thanks 🙂. This one looks just right

[@horrorgaming1799]

@captain nemo over 1000 dollar phone not Worth it

[@labounti]

@captain nemo Bruh, I pay more income tax than most of the people who want these $900+ phones just to look cool.

[@gautyable]

The peace of mind that 5000mah gives you is just priceless. So batteries wear out over time but I have been using g7 power since a couple of years and it's battery still comes for 2 days! For me my preference was battery. If u r someone who wants a peace of mind from charging ur phone. Go for it. Feel the difference.

[@one4all989]

That’s more battery than an iPad mini.

[@markgeorge2200]

I have the Moto g8 power and it is awesome... Yes I am trying to keep my battery as healthy as possible by not charging it overnight and by charging it only at sub 10 percent... Your right the peace of mind that your battery will definitely last the day is awesome!!!

[@gautyable]

@@markgeorge2200 I wish they rolled out updates better. It's a Google One device. Which means it runs almost stock Android. I am still on Android 9 while 11 is almost out. I bought an unlocked phone just so that I got updates faster. Looks like that dint pay off. Motorola needs to do a better job of releasing updates or I am so tempted for that pixel. The only thing that's stopping me is a battery.

[@markgeorge2200]

@@gautyable I agree Motorola's software updates are their main weakness but for me being an Android oreo user before I can say that I don't care how long it takes... As I got android 10... A massive update I think really is all I need(with dark mode and gesture navigation)

[@Megatron-sl5us]

I buy Moto phones because of software and price. I've owned three Moto phones: Droid Ultra, Moto G4 and Moto G7. I'll continue to buy Moto phones in the future.

[@shyamkarthik.k]

Moto is owned by Lenovo for a longtime now. Re-consider

[@Tazrian11]

I have the moto g5 plus. Its my backup phone and its great. Thinking of getting the moto g8 power.

[@HelicopterHatHacker]

Same here, I've dropped my Moto G4 probably a hundred times, and even though it eventually cracked, it's still working fine. I can't see myself not buying a Motorolla unless there's something exceptional being offered.

[@Anxyte]

I have a g5s plus, they are not so good in software support they suck since lenovo took over

[@CommodoreFan64]

@@Anxyte I have to disagree, i've been using Moto G phones since the G2, and my family has been using the E series, and while some of them in the E series have not gotten major Android updates, they have gotten security updates, which is more than I can say for LG phones in the same price range they got with Cricket Wireless that never get anything, except a bloated UI, and preloaded software you can uninstall without rooting the phone, which most will never know how to do. My G7 has gotten all the current security updates, and Android 10, and about 2 weeks ago my mother, and elder aunt's Moto E Supra on Cricket Wireless both got a series of OTA security updates, and the Lenovo forums when you need help have been really good as well, as it's not some faceless customer service rep handling it, it's actual Moto engineers, and they CARE about the product. Yes I know I might sound like a Moto/Lenovo shill here, but trust me if there was something better software experience, hardware specs, and customer service NEW under $200 USD I'd buy it, but there is not, and no the Google Pixel does not count as it's not a better overall phone.

[@samuelwywrot425]

I'm still using my Moto 5GS Plus. 2 years later I'm thinking about getting a new phone but to be honest, I don't need one. Motorola offers some crazy value

[@cmende8819]

I'm in the exact same situation, I might still get the G Power.

[@Pahoe77]

Only 2 years? I'm getting ready to get a g power. My Note 3 is starting to have some wear issues. But I got 7 years out of it, so no complaints. Sorry, I know you didnt ask for my 2 cents

[@Waltkat]

I think I'm on my 4th year of using my 5G Plus. It's been a great phone but lately has started to slow way way down. The response has become choppy and at times games look like slide shows. Thinking of getting either a Moto G Stylus or Moto G8 Plus.

[@GBucPigBob]

@@Pahoe77 Note 4 just died on me yesterday. Seriously considering the G Power if a soaking in (uncooked, LOL) rice doesn't resurrect the Note 4.

[@EvilTwin123]

G5s+ Not ,5Gs+ People will think it's next gen capable. I had a G5s+ and it was balls out. Motorola makes good stuff. The G5s+ is now a bit outdated but it's like driving a 98 Honda, it's paid for and keeping pace if it's wanting for a few current features. I'd buy a used G5s+ TODAY!!

[@samanthagirl84]

Love every Motorola phone I've ever bought. You just can't beat the prices on them and the longevity on them is unbeatable.

[@astonchip]

I strongly agree

[@naifahmed6862]

i have moto e4 for 120$ and you dont need case because it doesn't break ever

[@electropentatonic]

The beautiful part about Moto phones is the pure Android experience. No bloatware or extra garbage stuffed into your phone. My Samsung note is around 70% by noon if I leave it on the desk and don't touch it all morning. I can forget about my Moto g7 for a couple days and it'll be around 80%. It's almost comical how efficient these phones are when compared to flagships that cost 3 times as much

[@harrisoncarter3647]

"Buying a convertible car without the intention of taking it's roof off" That's me.

[@divinediva_]

Lol

[@RockThisTown2000]

I'd bet the percentage of people who use all, or even most of, the features of today's smart phones is pretty small.

[@richardmejia254]

LOL!!! ME, too🤷🏻‍♂️ 😂

[@kismet8010]

This is a honest to goodness great review. Keep up the good work!

[@JohnnyTyrone77]

I just purchased the Moto Stylus.... The speakers are awesome! Camera is good...But I mainly purchased it for the 128Gb of internal memory! I take alot of pics and a few videos...I need the memory space.

[@dxmxo9427]

I got the stylus, love it.... Good review

[@keisharoberts8173]

Absolutely love my stylus

[@subjecttea9240]

I, personally, have the Moto G Stylus and I love it. Its camera is amazing compared to the cameras of my previous smartphones, and overall it's the best phone I've ever owned so far. Great budget phone. :) Have a wonderful day and may God bless you. Jesus Christ loves you! Please stay safe and healthy. ^_^

[@adamsgary56]

I actually like the stylus. It keeps you from smudging up the screen and making it a hotbed for germs.

[@HisDudeness_69]

It's ridiculous that $500 is considered a budget phone.... I remember when the brand new iPhone 3GS started off at $200

[@thegreenpickel]

Really liking the G power. Picked it up for $149 during Google's Father's day sale. Good replacement for my G6 that was on its last legs.

[@SenhorDeOutraTerra]

The Moto stylus for me. Better camera and 128gb of storageeeeeeee :D

[@micosaavedra8242]

I personally have the Moto G Stylus, I was using the G7 Power before. It's only a 1000 mAh difference and it holds up just fine every day for me. Never been a Stylus user,but I've found uses for it everyday. The Moto G Stylus is worth the extra $50. Storage, stylus,color,etc...

[@ferdlc7757]

What are the best things you found you can do with the stylus? I'm thinking of getting either the power or the stylus

[@californiatravelnurse318]

I would have no idea what to do w a stylus

[@laobejanegra926]

I bought the G Stylus 5 days ago and my battery has not lasted more than 13-14 hours on a full charge! Also it doesn't come with a turbo charger so it takes longer to get to 💯 charged ☹️ It's disappointing! The Stylus part is meh...I can go without. Also the "swipe the sides to go back" has accidently made be "go back" to a previous page even when I was just scrolling.... Annoying.

[@amandahendrixon907]

You change the swipe feature in the settings to go to the 3 button feature

[@stefanomagaddino632]

Tbh. I thought the pics from the stylus looked way better than the power

[@richardmejia254]

As did I. Thought it was very noticeable, with both color and detail (sharpness?).

[@neugen1]

LG Stylo 5 appears similar to the Moto G Stylus but only comes with an Applications choking 32 GB of internal Memory as compared to 128 GB for the Moto G Stylus! In practice this is a huge difference!

[@jdsimz8147]

Should have mentioned the storage space. Power is 64g, the stylus is 128g I believe. Definitely think that was worth mentioning..

[@MedusaVenom-]

Sorry, a year late. But, he did mention that at 6:57

[@mikiehill67]

These are good Android phones. No one can say they are not. Yes Apple just released the new iPhone SE but for those people like me that don't like Apple this is a good deal. Good design decent specs decent cameras for a good price. Good job Motorola!

[@jneal5089]

YES!

[@marissalhscott]

Once you've had stock Android, you never want anything else lol

[@nigelwest5776]

I like the fact you didn't spend half the video talking about the "premium look" and amout of glass on the back like a lot of reviews

[@5dollarzooshow]

I’ve really been enjoying your videos lately!

[@mwales2112]

Picked up a Moto g Stylus at Walmart's black Friday sale for $75. Love it....

[@drewwesley9506]

Something I'd really like to hear more about in most reviews is the day-to-day experience, how well all the parts/specs come together. I say this missing the minimalism of yesteryear's Razr V3 flip phone, or Nokia 3310, because while 'much' lower in specs than any modern smartphone, they just worked without glitch/lag/UI bloat/irregularity.

[@MrDan11422]

Watching this on the moto g stylus 2020. After 6 months of use it is a good phone for the price

[@martyneff4008]

I'm watching on my Motorola G-6, and you loved it in 2018. I'm thinking of upgrading, but the G-6 is my favorite phone, battery life is beginning to fade a bit, but still works well

[@samanthagirl84]

Same here! I still love the G6 but have the same battery issue.

[@jackreacher3499]

Pixel 3a: 3000 mAh, no sd card slot. Bought a google phone before, no more.

[@efremendez]

The new update destroyed the camera. Some people get black screens when trying to record video!

[@fkrr5]

@@efremendez I have pixel 3a and I'm going to moto. I really like the moto gestures and after a year the charging port is so loose it have to really position the cord for it work.

[@A.Dude.]

Mate, let's be honest; people are buying into a hype of crap they don't need and most of them can't afford to start with... I had a revelation two days back as I came-up with the idea of hard-mounting a cheap phone to my motorcycle, instead of having a dedicated crappy GPS system there. I always thought that I needed the latest and the best and don't ask how many phones we purchased in our household; it's CRAZY!!! $1k every 14-18 month times three, while the "old" phones stop having ANY residual value. I did a bit of homework on inexpensive phones and this is how I found your video... I got the Moto G7 two days ago and I LOVED it, HOWEVER, I found out a day later that there is a better MOTO for only fifty bucks on top of what I had paid, the Moto G Power... I returned the G7 and got the G Power (or Moto 8 Power, how it's called on the rest of the planet). It's simply stunning to me that I paid $249 instead of $1k and it does the very same, but it's cuter with those gestures. For someone like me, who never ever watched a movie on a phone, or played a video game, all phones are the same, starting today. I was left believing that anything beyond "flagship" is crap and this was also the reason I never ever looked into what's out there... So here I am telling Goodby to all future iterations of the Samsung Note phones! I decrappled my home about six years ago and what a moment of joy that was...

[@HablaConOwens]

Stylus is wack. I just want the 🔋.

[@TheOneRealGavin]

It is tbh i used it less and less really the power was better value i think just rear camera spec eh

[@Bflo23]

I used to say no phone will ever beat the Moto Z Play as the battery king. The Moto G Power takes over the crown now. I used to laugh when people bragged about a phone's 1 day battery life as it was such an accomplishment. Moto has awesome user interface and is right up there with Google Pixel interface.

[@zackphelps3052]

If I wanted a stylus at this price note 9s have dropped less than 400. The power is interesting though

[@algierssolja]

I have the g7 power.... I refuse to use any other phone! I couldn't wait for the g8 power, and I haven't been excited for a phone since the Note 5. Trying to get one tomorrow. I just don't know about my network compatibility yet.

[@sker4370]

@@algierssolja samee i have a g7 power may get the g8 power it's soo nice

[@algierssolja]

@@sker4370 it's not the g8 power in the states. It is the g power wtf?

[@laobejanegra926]

I bought the Stylus 5 days ago.... Thinking of returning it. Go with Power

[@madbuttonz7229]

Ive had the Stylus for about 3 months now. Before it, I came from a Galaxy S8 and then Huawei Honor. This phone is amazing. No bloatware(which is why i feel Samsung needs all that memory in every aspect). Im an artist and use this phone as my drawing pad. It works great. You do need to know that if you get a tempered glass screen protector put it on correctly, It will affect the accuracy of the Stylus. Its not a smart stylus but it is a nice metal mesh one. Besides that, plays music amazingly. The Camera takes great pictures. Call of duty Mobile runs on medium settings and smooth. screen is clear and bright. A lot of cases to choose from. My GF has a note 20, its better. but not $600 better. This phone is a great buy. Plus the new gestures are cool, Shake the phone for flashlight, twist it for camera. It makes life a lot easier. People tend to compare these phones to flagship and give them bad reps. Of course theyre not going to compare, they are $700 more.

[@heroslippy6666]

Is there anything in the moto stylus software that makes it worth it? I'm considering buying the cheaper moto phone and buy my own stylus seperate.

[@madbuttonz7229]

@@heroslippy6666 it's stock android. It's fast and no problems.

[@leosurname6993]

I think the only low point in these is the video recording?

[@cherkas009]

The stylist is worth it because you get double the storage for just $50 more and then you get your better color the blue and you get a stylus can you still get a 4000 mA battery

[@SharonGD-rh1pz]

I agree - And a better camera

[@user-pi4gw1xy7y]

The G Power is Less than $200.00. I Got Mines For $165.00 I Love It! Best Phone On the Market!

[@Sound_man73_Electronics]

I bought the Moto g8 Power mainly because of potential battery life. Have been tethered to a charger for the past 2 years with my Motorola Droid Turbo XT1254, which I adored and was one of the first truly great Motorola smartphones that could it it all.

[@rell660]

I heard somewhere the Moto phones no longer come with 15W fast charge. That's a no for me dawg. I'll just keep my G7 Power OR get the Pixel 4.

[@Buildbridgesnotborders]

These have 10W charging.. I was bummed cuz I have a Moto x4 still going strong. I love how quick this thing juices up! And it's waterproof! Much needed for my lifestyle. But I've been looking for a new Moto with the newer aspect ratio. Much more attractive

[@itsGuy]

Don't think you will need to worry about charging, it apparently lasts double the amount of my mate 20 pro and I usually charge only once a day

[@laobejanegra926]

@@Buildbridgesnotborders I had the x4 but just bought the G Stylus 5 days ago.... Kinda disappointed. I may be returning it.

[@cesarvarela5438]

One way to dramatically improve those cameras, just download the Google camera apk for it and, well, basically you get I'd say around 75% of Google pixel 3a's camera for $100-$50 less

[@easttennstudent]

No mention of the dual speakers? Every review I've watched won't really give us a lot of details about the speakers. I wish I could get the camera that's on the G Power with that big battery and 128gb internal storage. That would be the perfect phone. *Edited* forgot to mention the internal storage

[@MrSam25va]

Good point. I went with the Stylus. The speakers are awesome.

[@andyb9994]

I had the g7 and really liked it, I just got the power and had it a week now and so far it's great.👍

[@jbl500]

To be honest. This phone are created for the every day people. This phone have more power and features of the iPhone se2 but many SO CALLED experts will start bashing this phones. They are as great value that allow people to be Carrier free.

[@danielpatronik8036]

The new iPhone is only 100 dollars more than this phone. It has the same processor as the 11 pro, so how is it more powerful?

[@joshuaketchum3988]

@@danielpatronik8036 I believe Apple has a harder time allocating its processing power to specific tasks as well as Android phones. That being said, Apple is scheduled to be making their own processors next year for their signature products.

[@c.a.6636]

I have the power and love it. I just wish the camera was better. 16mp in 2020?? They should have given both 48mp

[@joeyvasquez8]

Thanks so much I play cod mobile and want a better phone currently on moto g 7 play

[@JoshF151Tech]

I Pre Ordered The Moto G Stylus from Best Buy and it arrived on release day but now I'm just waiting for Root to become available for it.

[@anthonybacon8711]

Also I forgot something did I mention that the g stylus also gives you radio duel speakers so imagine how this phone sounds......I'm done.

[@Waltkat]

How would the G Stylus compare to the G Plus? Other than the stylus, of course. Been trying to decide between these two. The Stylus costs about US$70 more but has 128Gb vs 64Gb for the G Plus. A great camera is not a requirement for me because if I want to take great photos, I'd use my Lumix G9 and not a camera in a phone. I use my phone for mundane things, like talking to people, texting, quick web searches, and stuff like that.

[@justinbeal4893]

I got a Moto g power with a case for a total of $250 bucks at best buy with activation same day. Great deal if you ask me. I'm loving this phone. And I'm impressed because I come from high end phones. Like I own a pixel 4 xl, but I'm willing to sell it now. Because I wanted something cheaper but good and honestly this phone does it for me.

[@essamallawi9605]

Thank you so much for the info. I just ordered the Moto G power with Google Fi and I can't wait to get it. Going from Pixel 2 XL which I really loved.

[@CityChristina]

@@essamallawi9605 Which do you like better now?

[@essamallawi9605]

@@CityChristina I like the Pixel 2 XL more. The Moto G power has become kind of slow and laggy sometimes.

[@joeyt9259]

Just bought the moto g power with AMC gains lol haven't had a new phone in years and I hope its good for 250$!

[@warrenturok1533]

Have the stylus , and really liking it so far . I think the camera is underrated to be honest . I was at a local Best Buy the other day and wanted to see how the G stylus compares to the Pixel 4 , and yes it wasn't quite as sharp but the colors were more accurate .

[@seanou327]

Hi I'm shopping this phone now for stylus $150 would you still recommend? Or the power g is $99. Thanks

[@warrenturok1533]

@@seanou327 Hi , depends if battery is more important go with the power . If you want a stylus for notes or sketching go stylus, I think the stylus also has better camera but not 100% certain on that .

[@seanou327]

@@warrenturok1533 thanks yes I'm not really worried about either of those but I think the 128gb on the stylus is amazing

[@onioncontrol]

Both phones are great. I'd say buy the power if you want to save $50, but the stylist is marginally better. They're both very similar, the only major difference being the tiny internal flash memory in the power, and the camera is substantially worse than the stylus. The Android OS is bloated these days updating Android on the power corrupted the partitions of my sd card and non system folders updating, but assuming that doesn't happen to you the power is a damn fine phone.

[@hansschotterradler3772]

For all those suckers who believe you need a $1,000+ phone: I bought a Moto 5 from Costco for $230 which lasted me 4 years, which is less than $60/year. Everything just worked for 4 years with no issues. I really don't see a valid reason to spend more while I don't worry if it gets lost, damaged, etc. My Moto G Power arrived yesterday; this is probably more phone that I need.

[@thesummerland6165]

I believe you can download the g-cam app for pics to get quality pics of google pixel

[@FubarMike]

I preordered the G power on apr 1 and it sort of annoys me that people who bought on launch day from places like bestbuy are already receiving their phones. I was hoping the preorder from moto would guarantee delivery by launch day or else why even bother with the pre order. The other motivator for me preordering was that I saw the price and feared there would be some price gouging because of the coronavirus just after launch.

[@Oystein87]

4 days on a 5000mAh battery? How little do you use the phone? I could easily drain that sucker within a day if I wanted :P

[@tedlessor3887]

I doubted it, useless you have zero to do that day.

[@Oystein87]

@Gregory Hill Do you? That's why I can drain it easy within a day. Or less.. Because I use my phone for almost everything even at work.

[@Oystein87]

@@tedlessor3887 ?

[@plove552]

also why do these guys always talk about getting a apple device when reviewing android device it is different ecosystem.

[@typhoon_8086]

Because of the price to feature value. The IPhone SE has a premium chipset, wireless charging, and an IP67 water and dust resistant coating. All for only $400. Flagship features for a Budget/Mid-range price

[@HelicopterHatHacker]

You pay $150 more and you're stuck with iOS. It's okay though because your phone won't collect as much dust when you use it as a paper weight.

[@ACasualCustomer]

@@typhoon_8086 $150 is a big difference at this price point.

[@wizkid873]

I'm so tried of people doing that if they love apple so much why review other phone just keep reviewing apple .Im not looking for apple phone

[@rokko_hates_japan]

Except $400 is not a budget price. It only looks reasonable now because they are charging insane prices for flagships now. It was not long ago that the top flagships from apple and others were $500.

[@trentgaddy8229]

Can someone please in a nutshell explain how/why the Pixel 3a camera is better/so good? Everyone everywhere says it so I know there must be something there. But when I compare just the specs of the camera(s) it would seem like the Motos would win by a mile. Please forgive my ignorance.

[@OswaldBatesIIIEsq]

The Samsung phone costs almost as much as my rent and the Motorola Stylus is about a third of the price. I've haven't used the NFC technology yet, but I'd rather have it and not need it than to need it and not have it. Aside from that, it seems to be a decent phone.

[@moukafaslouka4796]

I got the moto g stylus for $200 shipped to my door.

[@stevesmith1383]

I did too. then I get a $100 rebate buy using promo that involved buying a prepaid sim card. Spent about $17 in extra costs, got $100 back, so I'll take that $83 discount any day. granted someone below mentions grabbing one for $75 during BF so I'm jealous lol

[@plove552]

Sylus is very useful If you use it to take notes

[@plove552]

also I think that it is good to write out text to me it makes it feel more personal

[@lucetothebridge]

Well done man, always like your review 🙂

[@smartkorean1]

Started with the motog 3 and never turned backed on the Moto family. Currently on the motog 7 power and battery still going strong! Happy to see a new motog power

[@maoinc13]

I bought the stylus and I love it it's just really good why buying a 1000 dollar cellphone that within the year or two it's worth half of what you paid ....

[@spoopzey]

Does the power support live wallpapers? Also can you use the nova launcher on the power?

[@harik4489]

Why not!

[@niredkralc1050]

How is the volume on those phones. And the photo gallery does moto g let you organize your photos with albums that you create to keep your videos and pictures organized.

[@retrogamingmaniac]

This guy is great at phone reviews, take care of him CNET.

[@lynphilion1501]

What were the phones you talked about in the end. I am interested in the best camera on a smartphone that when printed is best

[@wilvandermeulen4930]

I have a pixel 2 loved it til the camera crash issue plaguing all Pixel phones hit. I'm now gun shy of Pixel, thoughts?

[@thermaljake6289]

I would get the g power just because you can take photos with ultra-wide camera unlike the stylus

[@WildAboutMusik]

what is that Google camera app called? I can't seem to find a 'GCam' app ? or Google Camera - is that cuz I have a old Moto Z Play? and once I get the Power it'll be avail?

[@BH-qx7qx]

People who don't find a stylus useful don't want to understand what can truly be done with one. They deserve a "basic" phone.

[@alricaneshama]

I have never owned a moto phone. I owned a very early Samsung flip phone (back in like 1998-99. From there? It was ZTE's then LG, specifically the Stylo's. I enjoy the stylus because at times what I'm tapping isn't catching it. The stylus isn't required but nice. For me? It's about the processer and internal memory. Performance is #1 as is the internal memory. The stylo 5 is not it because it has the same 32g the stylo 4 has. I want no less than 64g. A 128g would be better. Next is battery life. So...I am shopping around before they came out, so this way I know exactly what I want. I like the battery of moto g power but the memory of moto g stylus. Unsure of the processer, that's my main deciding factor between these two.

[@josephdubiel7129]

Great review. Love the 5,000 mah of the Moto G Power. I would chose that one every time.

[@jackle842000]

Ever bored with it raining out? The power is just enough to get you through the day watching videos etc when you're bored out of your mind with nothing else to be able to do. Love mine but sure wish it would screen cast straight through a usb c port to HDMI without the need for wifi and and Chromecast

[@typhoon_8086]

These Moto phones look like excellent value for money, especially the G Power. I wonder though, how these Moto phones will compare to the IPhone SE and Pixel 3a and 4a? Thank you Mr Patrick! Have a great day!

[@619elephant9]

Well, it's a lot bigger and with a lot bigger battery than those phones

[@alihamad6741]

I think the 4a and iPhone SE is gonna be inferior. Better camera and better user experience

[@avgrim7729]

If you could get either for same price which would you choose?

[@richardmejia254]

Did you decide/purchase either? Asking because I'm STUCK with (LITERALLY) THAT EXACT DILEMMA. TORN between the 128gb memory vs 64gb (I know I can add an SD card, but TBT, haven't had much luck with that on my G6, so thinking stock hardware would be my preference), I DO like the idea of a stylus for various reasons (+, REALLY LIKED & WANTED the Galaxy Note 9 back in the day...& while I KNOW THIS Moto g Stylus is NO Samsung Galaxy Note....not by ANY stretch....I DO like the option of having a phone with a stylus....altho, it's not a deal breaker, by any stretch). But, LIKE the idea of the 5,000mAh battery of the G Power.....I mean.... day-um! My G6 has a 3,000mAh, but previously I did have a G6 Play w/ a 4,000mAh (if I remember correctly) & it was AMAZING... Either way, BOTH have bigger batteries than my current, so both are upgrades. IF g Stylus was still $50 more, I'd lean towards the g Power. But, BOTH are same, new/unsealed condition & have stumbled upon at under $175 UNLOCKED for either......so.....just curious as to what people in the know think about which is the better overall deal/bang for the buck AS WELL AS, which is more trouble/hassle-free, durable, smooth functionality & reliable.....

[@danieldougan269]

I hate that you have to choose. I want a big battery AND stylus support. My Moto G7 Optimo Maxx is still going strong and still has amazing battery life. I'm typing this on it now.

[@bobbyu8991]

Going to motorola after all the samsung phones I ever had went to junk with the same problem charging port failure

[@Xoletta]

Best reviewer on KZbin! Thank you!

[@hoss70711]

I keep seeing mixed screen sizes. I thought that the stylus had a larger display than the power, is that not accurate?

[@josebenedico7379]

How do you go back to the page website that you close in the stylus? I have difficult to navigate in this phone

[@lmontoyad]

I've been taking a lot of pictures lately since I have a granddaughter. The stylus could've been a great idea for editing with my sausage fingers, but the reviews I've seen on this phone don't talk too good about the camera. A shame.

[@IDrawToothpicks]

If you're sure about that. Because I've heard the camera is good .... and if you're on a budget. The g power cost less i think. Somewhat. And I've heard nothing but good things. And it's camera specs are less as well... so bizarre. I'm getting the g power for my sister and if I change my mind then I'd get her the stylus....goodbye to her Terrible LG stylo 3 if you want an LG though I heard only lgv40 may be worth. Not sure though. Were done with LG phones for a while

[@ILoveGrilledCheese]

All the Moto phones work great with the Gcam apk. The modified pixel camera application

[@dougpack4616]

Very good job. Thank you. I'm not a stylus guy either. I purchased the Power one.

[@kelvinfeliciano]

I am between moto g power and pixel 4a... but that is as far as I would go. I have never paid over $400 for a cellphone.

[@Leedah8]

Same. Which one did you choose?

[@kelvinfeliciano]

I haven't gotten a new one yet. I want the good camera with the pixel 4a but is lacking wireless charging which is something I was really looking forward. Currently, I have the Bold N1 which was $200.

[@CityChristina]

@@kelvinfeliciano Have you decided yet? I went to Pixel 4a from Motorola G7 Play. Yes, the Pixel's camera is better but I hate the cheap plastic feel. It's so light like a toy phone. G7 felt more premium even that it was cheaper. I think I'm going back to Moto.

[@kelvinfeliciano]

@@CityChristina I bought the G Power... So Far so good.

[@davidtucker6154]

Is the Motorola G8 power the same as the Motorola g power

[@pixarwizard5910]

G pro has dual Dolby speakers very loud also and better screen ppi

[@richardmejia254]

Not sure about the screen ppi difference (if any), but both of these (Moto g Power & Moto g Stylus 2020 only) also have the dual stereo speakers, which I've heard alot of reviewers (both, professional & consumers) rave about. Inexplicably, Motorola did NOT include that much liked/highly regarded feature on the 2021 versions of these phones, opting instead...(again, INEXPLICABLY..... INEXCUSABLY???) for s SINGLE/MONO "loud speaker" which, (from what I gather), ...is DECIDEDLY, NOTICABLY, (DESPICABLY???) WORSE, all the way around....(🤷🏻‍♂️ Beats the 💩 outta me, as to WHY TF they made that decision)

[@pixarwizard5910]

@@richardmejia254 honestly i use oppo find x2 pro now has everything ull ever need even 5g and its only 600 pounds

[@BryantMitchell]

The difference between $250-$300 and $500 is pretty huge for a lot of people. "Just a couple of hundred dollars" isn't realistic.

[@Oystein87]

With subsidising, downpayment etc it's really nothing. I could not afford it at all but I still have a Galaxy Note 10+.. I can actually save money that way too. But we have WAAAYYY better deals with the cell providers etc here in Norway than the US etc. We also have 2 years warranty as standard and can complain if it's a manufacture issue etc for up to 5 years on all electronics.

[@HelicopterHatHacker]

Of course a 30% price difference doesn't mean anything to you, you're paying installments so you probably don't know how to manage money.

[@maryrust569]

i just got the moto g power

[@tomaspinzon8499]

thank you very much for the video, i was looking for a review exactly like this one !

[@bravestbullfighter]

Moto G Power with Google computational photography for $300 would be the dream.

[@email3735]

Have a old e5 plus that's seeming to be at the end of it's cycle. Trying to decide which one to get, I'm leaning towards the stylus because of the 128gb internal memory (I take alot of pictures), but from what I've read the power seems pretty legit too. Also we have a Stylo 5 in the family, so I need help!! Any input???

[@IDrawToothpicks]

It's only worth it to get the stylus if you use all the features that the g power doesn't have. She doesn't use the stylus so thinkibg about getting the power for her. I've heard random people having problems with the moto g stylus and others seem just fine. Wish it was all positive reviews.... makes me nervous about buying a stylus right now. You'll have to decide which you want to take a chance on. Keep checking all the reviews on KZbin and then decide for yourself though :) I don't think you can move apps to SD on stylus but can on the moto g power as well is another thought.

[@bobbilheimersky7689]

Sir you did a great review with a fresh enjoyable technique for comparing these affordable devices! I've owned a ton of phones over my many years and I'm liking the sound of the offered features and especially the battery on the power! I'm returning the Umidigi power 3 which I loved until I heard it's almost complete lack of audio ability! Yes I installed the update and it actually got worse! Sincerely, BM

[@stefanhoffman7052]

Thanks for helping me decide.

[@Joker-yu5kp]

google pixel 3a is $300 now and the xl price will drop too so...

[@davidlaine2]

You were talking about the power but showed you using the stylis

[@HablaConOwens]

Best phone ive ever had. Im coming from the samsung s7. The moto g power battery isn't that good tho. I get about 7 hours. Not 3 days.

[@halllwd94]

See I was hanging on to my Pixel 2 waiting for the Pixel 5 to come out... The only Pixel out is the $899 Pixel 4 which I'm not going to buy a few months out of the 5 coming out. So I ordered the Moto G Power until it comes.

[@moises1228]

Me: I might buy this phone. Hears him say it's not as good as the a50 Me: I'll just stick with my a50

[@ajgreen868]

Moises Lorenzo he was talking about benchmark scores. If you used them day to day you’d see the Moto phones perform better with less stuttering and lag due to them running almost vanilla android.