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Motorola Moto G#6257

Released: 2013

Motorola Moto G

Overall Score

54.5

Category Breakdown

Overall(#6257)54.5
Performance(#9954)54.3
Camera(#7467)42.0
Display(#5344)70.5
Battery(#9663)43.5
Build(#7924)70.8

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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
Peak BrightnessN/A
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
Main Camera Details5 MP, f/2.4, AF
Front Camera1.3 MP
Front Camera Details1.3 MP
Video Recording720p@30fps, stereo sound rec., HDR
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗

Battery

Capacity2070 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2070 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗

Build & Design

Dimensions129.9 x 65.9 x 11.6 mm (5.11 x 2.59 x 0.46 in)
Weight143 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack (front panel), 7 color options (back panel)
Foldable✗

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

Software

Operating SystemAndroid 4.3 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 5.1.1 (Lollipop)
OS VersionAndroid 4.3 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 5.1.1 (Lollipop)

Security

Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass

Audio

Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes