Comparison samsung galaxy a5 2017 vs moto g5

Regarding its competitor, we can say that the Moto G5 plays in the same league. Its design features a very good quality aluminum finish, diamond cut and pearl polished. Its edges are rounded, which gives it a better grip and ergonomics. There is presence of side frames. On the front, what stands out the most is the start button. In it, the fingerprint reader is hidden to increase security or make payments. Turning it around we look at the camera lens. It is within a circular frame, delimited by a metallic border. Thanks to this, the camera is not fully integrated into the housing. Just below is the company logo, which presides over the entire central part of the rear chassis.

As we said before, the Moto G5 is a little thicker than the Galaxy A5 2017. The good thing is that it weighs a little less. Its complete measurements are: 150.2 x 74 x 9.7 millimeters and its weight is 155 grams (four grams less than its rival). It can be obtained in two colors: Gold or Gray.

screen

We will find one of the first differences between the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 and the Moto G5 on the screen. The first has a 5.2-inch Super AMOLED. The resolution used is Full HD of 1,920 x 1,080 pixels, which gives it a density of 424 pixels per inch. This model has the "Always on Display" function. Thanks to it we can see notifications or the time without having to unlock the equipment at any time.

The Lenovo Moto G5 includes, in its case, a smaller panel, 5 inches. Yes, the Full HD resolution of 1,920 x 1,080 pixels is maintained. With a density of 441 dpi. In its favor, it should be noted that it uses the Corning Gorilla Glass 3 system. This will protect you from accidental bumps or falls.

Processor, memory and operating system

The Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 houses inside a processor of the house. It is an eight-core chip that operates at a maximum speed of 1.9 GHz per core. This SoC is accompanied by a 3 GB RAM memory, a figure more than enough to make use of heavy applications or several simultaneous processes. Its internal storage capacity is 32 GB, expandable through the use of microSD cards of up to 256 GB. It should be noted that this set achieved 3,967 points in the Geekbench test.

There are certain differences between the performance of the Galaxy A5 2017 and the Moto G5. The Lenovo terminal is powered by a somewhat less powerful processor. Specifically, it is a Qualcomm Snapdragon 430, an eight-core chip working at a maximum speed of 1.4 GHz. This strange movement is compensated by the option to buy the device with 3 GB of RAM. We say possibility, since the basic version offers 2 GB of RAM. For its part, the internal storage capacity is also less than that of its rival. It is 16 GB. In any case, it can be expanded by using microSD cards of up to 128 GB.

If we talk about the operating system we will also find differences. The Moto G5 comes standard governed by Android 7. The Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 is governed by the previous version: Android 6.0 Marshmallow. This means that in this section the Lenovo device scores points with respect to its rival. Nougat introduced numerous new features to the platform. Among them we can mention the multi-window function, which allows us to use two applications at the same time from the same screen.

Comparative sheet

	Moto G5	Samsung Galaxy A5 2017
screen	5-inch, Full HD 1,920 x 1,080 pixels (441 dpi)	5.2, Full HD 1,920 x 1,080 pixels (424 dpi)
Main chamber	13 MP, f / 2.0, Full HD video, phase detection autofocus	16 megapixels, f / 1.9, Full HD video
Camera for selfies	5 MP, f / 2.2, wide angle lens	16 megapixels, f / 1.9, Full HD video
Internal memory	16 GB	32 GB
Extension	microSD up to 128GB	microSD up to 256GB
Processor and RAM	Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 1.4 GHz Octa-Core, 2/3 GB RAM	Octa-core 1.9GHz processor per core, 3GB RAM
Drums	2,800 mAh, fast charge	3,000 mAh
Operating system	Android 7.0 Nougat	Android 6.0 Marshmallow
Connections	BT 4.2, GPS, microUSB, WiFi 802.11n	BT 4.2, GPS, USB-C, NFC, WiFi 802.11 b / g / n / ac
SIM	nanoSIM	nanoSIM
Design	Aluminum and glass, waterproof nano coating, colors: Moon Gray or Fine Gold	Metal frames and glass back. Colors: Black / Gold / Blue / Pink
Dimensions	144.3 x 73 x 9.5 mm (144.5 grams)	146.1 x 71.4 x 7.9 millimeters (159 grams)
Featured Features	Fingerprint reader	Fingerprint reader, IP68 protection, Always On Display
Release date	Available	Available
Price	210 euros	409 euros

Photographic section

We will find another of the big differences between the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 and the Moto G5 in this section. Undoubtedly, the model of the South Korean stands out above her rival. Not only in the main chamber, but also in the secondary one. In fact, the Galaxy A5 2017 is the terminal with one of the best front cameras on the market. It has a resolution of 16 megapixelswith aperture f / 1.9, the same type of sensor that is located at the rear. When we did our thorough test we realized that it was performing at a fairly good level. Of course, the presence of LED flash is missing for moments in the dark. Despite this, it is, as we say, one of the most powerful secondary cameras of the moment. It should be noted that the main camera does have an LED flash and is also capable of recording video in Full HD resolution.

The Moto G5 comes out a little worse standing in the photographic section, but we also have no complaints about it. This model includes a 13 megapixel main sensor, with phase detection autofocus (PDAF), f / 2.0 aperture and LED flash. This camera integrates 8x digital zoom for photos and 4x for videos. Plus manual focus and exposure and a quick capture mode. As if this were not enough, it offers the possibility of recording video in 1080p HD quality at 30fps.

The front camera of the device itself is weaker than that of its rival. It has a resolution of 5 megapixels. However, it integrates a wide-angle lens and an f / 2.2 aperture. To achieve more light in dark environments we will enjoy a flash on the screen that will illuminate our self-portraits, either alone or with others. This is complemented by a beauty and a professional mode.

Autonomy and connectivity

The autonomy of the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 is one of the best within today's mid-range phones. It is, in fact, slightly higher than the one included in its predecessor. This is due to a 3,000 milliamp battery in addition to its software, which is fully optimized. The battery achieved a score of 10,765 points in the AnTuTu test. This is a figure very close to that of equipment with 4,000 milliamps, as is the case with the Huawei Mate 8.

As for the Moto G5, it includes a lower capacity battery than its rival. It is 2,800 mAh, but it has a fast charging system. What does this mean? According to the company, we can enjoy the mobile at half charge with only 10 minutes of charge. This is always an advantage for when we are rushing somewhere where there is no wall socket nearby.

Regarding connectivity we can say that the two terminals offer compatibility with 4G networks. They also have WiFI, Bluetooth, NFC or GPS. The only difference is found in the USB type C port. And it is that only the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 includes it among its connectivity options. This will provide you with greater speed and speed at the time when data or files have to be transferred.

Conclusions and price

If you are looking for a mid-range, any of these phones can be a good option. It will already depend a lot on whether you are looking for more exclusive and specific details. In this case, we recommend the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017. Unlike the Lenovo model, it offers a larger battery, a more powerful processor and more storage capacity. It also has water resistance (IP68 certified) and a 16 megapixel resolution selfie camera. Of course, the Moto G5 has a much cheaper price. It can be found on the market for only 210 euros. The Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 is priced at 409 euros, although with carriers it can be much cheaper.