Overall Score
54.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#6177)54.5
Performance(#10009)54.3
Camera(#6058)42.1
Display(#5370)70.5
Battery(#9758)43.5
Build(#8012)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Motorola Moto E4 (USA)
Short Review
- The Motorola Moto E4 features a compact design with dimensions of 144.5 x 72 x 9.3 mm and a weight of 150g, making it easy to handle.
- Its 5.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 294 ppi, suitable for everyday use but lacking HDR support.
- Performance is driven by either a Snapdragon 425 or 427 chipset, paired with a quad-core 1.4 GHz CPU and Adreno 308 GPU, providing adequate speed for basic tasks.
- The rear camera is an 8 MP unit capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the 5 MP front camera serves well for selfies.
- The 2800 mAh battery supports 10W charging, ensuring decent longevity for daily activities.
- Running on Android 7.1 Nougat, the software experience is straightforward, though not the latest.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.1, but it lacks 5G and NFC capabilities.
- The device includes a headphone jack, catering to users who prefer wired audio.
- Available in Licorice Black and Fine Gold, the Moto E4 presents a simple yet functional design.
- Overall, it is a practical choice for users seeking essential smartphone features without advanced specifications.
Specifications
General
Release Date2017
Announced2017
DescriptionAlso known as Motorola Moto E (4th Gen.)
Display
Size5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3, oleophobic coating
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425 (28 nm) (28 nm) or Qualcomm MSM8920 Snapdragon 427 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 308
Memory16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera8 MP
Main Camera Details8 MP, f/2.2, 1.12µm, AF
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP, f/2.2, 1/4.0", 1.4µm
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity2800 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2800 mAh, removable
Charging Details10W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions144.5 x 72 x 9.3 mm (5.69 x 2.83 x 0.37 in)
Weight150 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsLicorice Black, Fine Gold
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP, LE, aptX
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 7.1 (Nougat)
OS VersionAndroid 7.1 (Nougat)
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted, region dependent), accelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes