Overall Score
40.3Category Breakdown
Overall(#3527)40.3
Performance(#4994)53.5
Camera(#5752)27.9
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#1527)33.7
Build(#415)87.5
Connectivity(#3610)53.8
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring Motorola Moto E5 Plus
Short Review
- The Motorola Moto E5 Plus features a sturdy design with a glass front and plastic back, measuring 160.9 x 75.3 x 9.4 mm and weighing 196.6g.
- Its 6.0-inch IPS LCD display has a resolution of 720 x 1440 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 268 ppi.
- Performance is driven by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 chipset with a quad-core CPU, supported by options of 2GB or 3GB RAM and 16GB or 32GB storage.
- The rear camera is a 12 MP shooter capable of 1080p video recording, while the 5 MP front camera serves basic selfie needs.
- A significant highlight is the 5000 mAh battery, which offers extended usage with 10W charging support.
- The device runs on Android 8.0 (Oreo), providing a straightforward user experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.2, but it lacks 5G and NFC support.
- The phone is available in several colors, including Black and Mineral Blue.
- While it does not feature water resistance or wireless charging, it retains a headphone jack for audio needs.
- Overall, the Moto E5 Plus delivers solid specifications for everyday tasks.
Specifications
General
Release Date2018
Announced2018
DescriptionAlso known as Motorola Moto E Plus (5th Gen.)
Display
Size6"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1440 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~268 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass (unspecified version)
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 308
Memory16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera12 MP, f/2.0, 1/2.8", 1.25µm, PDAF
Main Camera FeaturesLaser AF, LED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera5 MP, f/2.0
Front Camera FeaturesLED flash
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 5000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details10W / 15W wired (market dependent)
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions160.9 x 75.3 x 9.4 mm (6.33 x 2.96 x 0.37 in)
Weight196.6 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass), plastic back, plastic frame
ColorsBlack, Flash gray, Mineral blue, Fine Gold
Foldable✗
SAR0.99 W/kg (head) 1.13 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps or LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps - USA only
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi DirectWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct - USA
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 8.0 (Oreo)
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity