Overall Score
53.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#7410)53.5
Performance(#12225)51.3
Camera(#7489)42.0
Display(#6160)70.0
Battery(#9804)43.5
Build(#8055)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Motorola Moto E
Short Review
- The Motorola Moto E features a compact design with dimensions of 124.8 x 64.8 x 12.3 mm and a weight of 142g, making it easy to handle.
- Its 4.3-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 540 x 960 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 256 ppi, suitable for basic tasks.
- Powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 200 chipset with a dual-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU and 4GB of RAM, the performance is adequate for everyday use but may struggle with demanding applications.
- The rear camera has a 5 MP sensor, capable of recording video at 480p, while the front lacks a selfie camera.
- The 1980 mAh battery provides moderate usage time but lacks fast or wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 4.4.2, it can be upgraded to 5.1, offering a simple user experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device features a microUSB 2.0 port and a standard headphone jack.
- Available in black and white, the Moto E does not offer water resistance or premium materials.
- Overall, it serves as a basic smartphone with essential features.
Specifications
General
Release Date2014
Announced2014
DescriptionAlso known as Motorola Moto E XT1021
Display
Size4.3"
TypeIPS LCD,
Resolution540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~256 ppi density)
PPI540
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm Snapdragon 200 (28 nm)
CPUDual-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUAdreno 302
Memory4GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera5 MP
Main Camera Details5 MP, f/2.4
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsN/A
Video Recording480p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity1980 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 1980 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions124.8 x 64.8 x 12.3 mm (4.91 x 2.55 x 0.48 in)
Weight142 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, White
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, LE, aptX
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 5.1 (Lollipop)
OS VersionAndroid 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 5.1 (Lollipop)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes