
Overall Score
24.8Category Breakdown
Overall(#6203)24.8
Performance(#6148)43.7
Camera(#8591)18.7
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#6151)19.7
Build(#4216)14.4
Connectivity(#5823)38.2
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring Motorola Moto G
Short Review
- The Motorola Moto G features a compact design with dimensions of 129.9 x 65.9 x 11.6 mm and a weight of 143g, making it comfortable to hold.
- It has a 4.5-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 326 ppi.
- Performance is driven by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 chipset, a quad-core 1.2 GHz CPU, and 1GB of RAM, which supports basic multitasking and everyday tasks.
- The rear camera is 5 MP with autofocus, capable of recording 720p video at 30fps, while the front-facing camera is 1.3 MP.
- The battery capacity is 2070 mAh, offering moderate usage without fast or wireless charging options.
- The device runs on Android 4.3 Jelly Bean, upgradable to 5.1.1 Lollipop, providing a user-friendly experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, and microUSB 2.0, but it lacks 5G and NFC support.
- The Moto G comes in black with seven interchangeable back panel colors, allowing for some personalization.
- It does not feature stereo speakers, but it includes a headphone jack for audio output.
- Overall, the Moto G is a solid entry-level smartphone with essential features for everyday use.
Specifications
General
Release Date2013
Announced2013
DescriptionAlso known as Motorola Moto G X1032Available as Moto G Forte with Moto G Grip Shell back panel
Display
Size4.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~326 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8226 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUAdreno 305
Memory8GB 1GB RAM, 16GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera5 MP, f/2.4, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera1.3 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording720p@30fps, stereo sound rec., HDR
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity2070 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2070 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions129.9 x 65.9 x 11.6 mm (5.11 x 2.59 x 0.46 in)
Weight143 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack (front panel), 7 color options (back panel)
Foldable✗
SAR1.17 W/kg (head) 1.06 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO
Network SpeedHSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, LE, aptX
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 4.3 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 5.1.1 (Lollipop)
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass