At a mere $50 more, I was pleasantly surprised at how well the Moto G Stylus 5G competed with the Pixel 5a 5G. It definitely doesn’t have the software and performance chops of a Google phone and the camera is obviously lagging compared to the mid-tier Pixel, but the Moto G Stylus 5G has a good battery life, sturdy design, better refresh rate, and some stellar stylus features. Plus, the fingerprint reader on the power button feels more natural than on the back, which is a nightmare for anyone that uses their phone while it’s face-up on your desk. For the price, it’s hard not to recommend the Moto G Stylus 5G, especially if you’re in the market for a mid-tier stylus-equipped smartphone.