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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you value a superior camera system, including better still and video quality, the Sony Xperia 1 III is a stronger option; however, this comes with a higher price tag. On the other hand, if you're looking for a more budget-friendly option and can compromise on camera capabilities, the Motorola One 5G Ace is more affordable but won't match Sony's camera performance. Additionally, while both offer Android operating systems, the Sony Xperia has a higher-resolution OLED screen with a higher refresh rate for smoother visuals, at the expense of shorter battery life compared to the longer-lasting battery on the Motorola One 5G Ace. The Motorola device has a larger screen and a plastic back, which may affect durability compared to Sony's glass back. Sony Xperia 1 III also has features like wireless charging and an IP rating for water and dust resistance, which are not available on the Motorola One 5G Ace. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Motorola One 5G Ace
- Very good battery life
Advantages of the Sony Xperia 1 III
- Best in class display quality
- Good performance
Key differences
Overall Camera Quality
4.3
6.0
The Sony Xperia 1 III has only fair overall camera quality, while the Motorola One 5G Ace has poor overall camera quality.
The Motorola One 5G Ace has poor cameras due to low performance across photo software experience, dynamic range, and low light capability, coupled with a significantly lower selfie quality. By contrast, the Sony Xperia 1 III, while still rated fair in selfie quality, offers better camera versatility and overall fair camera performance, giving it the edge over Motorola's model.
Photo Quality
4.3
5.9
The Sony Xperia 1 III and Motorola One 5G Ace both have poor photos, though the Sony Xperia 1 III takes somewhat better photos.
The Motorola One 5G Ace takes poor selfies due to its lower selfie quality, which affects overall photo enjoyment, while the Sony Xperia 1 III manages fair photos, possibly due to better software and camera versatility, despite also having weaknesses in resolution and low-light performance.
Video Quality
4.3
6.0
The Sony Xperia 1 III takes only fair videos, while the Motorola One 5G Ace takes poor videos.
The Motorola One 5G Ace delivers a lower quality video experience due to its weaknesses in resolution/framerate, software, stabilization, dynamic range, low light performance, and microphone quality. Conversely, the Sony Xperia 1 III offers a fairer video experience as it outperforms in the same categories, indicating better overall video capturing capabilities.
Battery
9.6 Hours
5.6 Hours
The Motorola One 5G Ace has 9.6 hours of battery life. The Sony Xperia 1 III has 5.6 hours of battery life.
Cost
$99
$899
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Motorola One 5G Ace has a price of $99 and the Sony Xperia 1 III costs $899.
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Key similarities
Screen Size
The Motorola One 5G Ace has a screen size of 6.7 inches and the Sony Xperia 1 III is 6.5 inches.
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How the Motorola One 5G Ace and the Sony Xperia 1 III compare to other phones
Spec Comparison
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| Motorola One 5G Ace | Sony Xperia 1 III |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$99 | $899 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Motorola | Sony | |
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Android | Android | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 14, 2021 | August 25, 2021 | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 6.7" | 6.5" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2400 x 1080 | 3840 x 1644 | |
Variable refresh rate | |||
Variable refresh rate | No | No | |
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 393 | 643 | |
Display Type | |||
Display Type | LCD | OLED | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | SD750 | SD888 | |
Internal Storage | |||
Internal Storage | 64 GB | 256 GB | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 6 GB | 12 GB | |
CAMERA | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Overall Camera Quality Score | |||
Overall Camera Quality Score | 4.4/10 | 6/10 | |
Photos Score | |||
Photos Score | 4.4/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Videos Score | |||
Videos Score | 4.4/10 | 6/10 | |
Rear Cameras | |||
Rear Cameras | Main, Ultrawide, Macro | Main, Ultrawide, Telephoto | |
Main Camera | |||
Main Camera | 48 megapixels | 12 megapixels + OIS | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9.6 Hours | 5.6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 5000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
Wireless Charging | |||
Wireless Charging | No | Yes | |
Wireless charging Speed | |||
Wireless charging Speed | 0 W | 15 W | |
Reverse wireless charging | |||
Reverse wireless charging | No | No | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Size | |||
Size | 6.54" x 3" | 6.5" x 2.8" | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 7.51 oz | 5.93 oz | |
Back Material | |||
Back Material | Plastic | Glass | |
Stereo Speakers | |||
Stereo Speakers | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dual SIM | |||
Dual SIM | No | Yes | |
Bluetooth Version | |||
Bluetooth Version | 5.1 | 5.2 | |
A2DP | |||
A2DP | Yes | Yes | |
WiFi Version | |||
WiFi Version | 5 | 6 | |
NFC | |||
NFC | Yes | Yes | |
US 5G Bands | |||
US 5G Bands | (SA/NSA/Sub6)2, 5, 25, 41, 66, 71 | (SA/NSA/Sub6)1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 71, 77, 78 | |
OTHER FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Biometric unlock | |||
Biometric unlock | Face unlock, Fingerprint sensor: Rear | Fingerprint sensor: Side | |
Unlockable Bootloader | |||
Unlockable Bootloader | No | No | |
Color | |||
Color | Volcanic Gray, Frosted Silver | Black | |
Stock Android | |||
Stock Android | Yes | Yes | |
SD Card | |||
SD Card | Yes | Yes | |
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Motorola One 5G Ace
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Mark Knapp | February 2021
"The Motorola One 5G Ace is on the affordable side, but you don’t get a phone that will expire quickly. It proves plenty speedy for most uses, and has 5G support to get you onto the latest cellular technology. With a 6.7-inch display, the Motorola One 5G Ace is about as big as they come. The display is plenty bright, as sharp as it needs to be, and even offers HDR to round out the package."
Sony Xperia 1 III
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James Peckham | August 2021
"For those who enjoy Sony’s Android phones, or who want a top-tier smartphone with a versatile camera, a beautiful screen and strong battery life, this is a great choice. If your budget can stretch to it, and you're a fan of its looks, it could be a great option."
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About Motorola
Motorola, a well-known name in the smartphone world, has a long-standing legacy in the industry, with a history dating back to the early days of mobile phones. The brand is mostly known for striking a balance between affordability and functionality, as well as providing a clean and straightforward interface with their software skin on top of Android. While they have traditionally been prominent in the budget and midrange categories, Motorola has also occasionally ventured into the high-end category for smartphones.
About Sony
Sony has had a long history in the mobile market, entering the scene all the way back in 1993 with its first commercially available phone, the CM-H333. Nowadays, their Xperia line of phones provide well-rounded and sometimes expensive devices with a focus on camera software that includes extensive support for manual tweaking of settings. Sony's dedication to audio quality is also evident in its smartphones, which often feature high-resolution audio support while also being one of the few remaining manufacturers that consistently provide headphone jacks in their phones. The company's version of Android is also considered to be close to stock, enabling a bloatware-free experience for its users.
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